Risk & Compliance Officer – Permanent Role in London (Hybrid)

www.law-choice.com - Jobboard; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm in London is seeking a Risk & Compliance Officer to join its dynamic team. This role involves supporting offices on risk, regulatory compliance, and conflicts, with key responsibilities including client onboarding, conducting AML checks, and advising on engagement terms. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of compliance experience, a law degree or GDL qualification, and strong analytical skills. This permanent position offers a hybrid working arrangement, providing flexibility within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience in a compliance role within a regulated organisation.
• Experience preferably in a law firm.
• Some legal work experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with client and matter onboarding in line with regulatory standards.
• Conduct AML and sanctions checks, reviewing KYC documentation.
• Advise on engagement terms and maintain accurate matter information.
• Support confidentiality measures and set up information barriers.
• Deliver internal training and contribute to compliance projects.

Skills

Strong AML knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in MS Outlook

Proficiency in MS Word

Proficiency in MS Excel

Education

Law degree or GDL qualification

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your compliance career? A leading global law firm is seeking a Risk & Compliance Officer to join its dynamic Risk & Compliance team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where quality and precision are paramount.

As a Risk & Compliance Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the firm’s offices on all aspects of risk, regulatory compliance, and conflicts. From matter inception and anti-money laundering checks to ongoing monitoring and training, your work will help ensure the highest standards of compliance across the organisation.

What you’ll be doing:

• Assisting with client and matter onboarding in line with regulatory standards.
• Conducting AML and sanctions checks, reviewing KYC documentation.
• Advising on engagement terms and maintaining accurate matter information.
• Supporting confidentiality measures and setting up information barriers.
• Delivering internal training and contributing to compliance projects.

What we’re looking for:

• At least two years’ experience in a compliance role within a regulated organisation, ideally a law firm.
• A law degree or GDL qualification, with some legal work experience.
• Strong AML knowledge and the ability to identify conflicts and risks.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.

This permanent position offers a hybrid working arrangement based in London, giving you flexibility while being part of a collaborative global team. If you’re a detail-oriented professional with resilience and a passion for compliance, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and become a Risk & Compliance Officer at a firm that values innovation, diversity, and excellence.