Risk and Compliance Analyst

Flair for Recruitment; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Southampton is seeking a Risk and Compliance Analyst to provide key support on AML, Financial Crime, and compliance matters. Candidates should have experience in a law firm, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career development and a strong emphasis on social responsibility.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

High-quality training

Values-led culture

Qualifications

• Experience working in a risk, compliance, or client onboarding team within a law firm.
• Strong understanding of Money Laundering Regulations.
• Organisational skills to handle long-term projects and daily queries.

Responsibilities

• Respond to queries about risk management policies.
• Provide guidance on AML and compliance.
• Review matter files for potential conflicts of interest.

Skills

Experience in risk and compliance

Understanding of SRA Code of Conduct

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Research and reporting capabilities

Tools

CreditSafe

Peppermint conflict checker

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your risk and compliance career within a fast-paced, ambitious law firm?

Our client, a Top 100 law firm, are looking for a Risk and Compliance Analyst to join their team. Providing first-line support on a range of risk and compliance matters. Your primary focus will be on Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Financial Crime, Sanctions, and Conflicts of Interest.

About the Role

• Responding to queries from legal teams regarding the firm’s risk management policies and procedures
• Providing guidance on AML/Financial Crime and Sanctions compliance
• Reviewing matter files and applying the SRA Code of Conduct to assess potential conflicts of interest
• Escalating complex matters to senior colleagues as appropriate
• Supporting legal teams with onboarding systems and helping them interpret search results effectively
• Gathering and reviewing information for internal and external audits and supporting projects such as Lexcel accreditation and systems implementations
• Assisting with the creation and updating of internal compliance policies and communications
• Contributing to an innovative, collaborative, and solutions-focused team environment

About You

• Experience working in a risk, compliance, or client onboarding team within a law firm
• Strong understanding of the SRA Code of Conduct and Money Laundering Regulations
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
• A collaborative, proactive attitude with the flexibility to support both routine tasks and new challenges
• Strong organisational skills to juggle long-term projects and day-to-day queries
• Research and reporting capabilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel in particular), and a willingness to learn new systems
• Familiarity with CreditSafe or Peppermint conflict checker is an advantage

Why Join?

• A clear growth strategy offering long-term career development opportunities
• A dynamic and varied client base
• A values-led culture that emphasises inclusion, collaboration, and being refreshingly human
• Strong social responsibility and sustainability initiatives
• High-quality training and development tailored to your goals

If you're ready to join a business that values innovation, ambition, and people-focused success, we’d love to hear from you.