Risk & Compliance Officer

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious global law firm in London is seeking a Risk & Compliance team member. In this role, you will support global offices and assist with client onboarding and regulatory standards compliance. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of compliance experience in a law firm and will earn up to £45,000 with excellent benefits. The position offers a hybrid working model, with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

Benefits

GymFlex

Private medical insurance

GP services

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in compliance within a law firm, including AML.
• Ability to identify conflicts and risks within a law firm, with training if necessary.
• Experience working within a regulatory compliance framework.

Responsibilities

• Support global offices on risk, regulatory compliance, and conflicts.
• Assist in onboarding new clients and matters.
• Conduct client due diligence and perform AML and sanctions searches.

Skills

Experience in compliance within a law firm

Ability to identify conflicts and risks

Experience with regulatory compliance

Job description

Join a highly successful Risk & Compliance team at a prestigious global law firm, where your commitment to quality and detail will be key to thriving in your new role!

• Salary to £45,000 + excellent employee benefits, including GymFlex, private medical insurance, GP services, and more!
• Working hours: 9:30am – 5:30pm (Monday-Friday)
• Hybrid Working: 3 days in the office / 2 days remote
• Location: Fantastic offices in a prime location

You will be a key team member, supporting global offices on risk, regulatory compliance, and conflicts.

• Assist in onboarding new clients and matters, ensuring details comply with regulatory standards and firm policies
• Conduct client due diligence, review KYC documentation, and perform AML and sanctions searches, escalating issues to the MLRO as needed
• Help maintain consistent application of engagement terms, reviewing and advising on client-imposed terms
• Assess changes to clients that may impact risk, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Prepare compliance reports and monitor client and matter inception statuses using spreadsheets
• Participate in research and projects to improve processes and policies
• Assist Risk Lawyers with annual internal file audits

Skills & Requirements:

• At least 2 years’ experience in compliance within a law firm, including AML
• Ability to identify conflicts and risks within a law firm, with training if necessary
• Experience working within a regulatory compliance framework