Senior Compliance Analyst

QED Legal; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A top law firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior Compliance Analyst to enhance their Compliance team. In this hybrid role, you will support client onboarding, conduct various compliance checks, and advise fee earners. With over 3 years of experience in compliance within a law firm and strong knowledge of Money Laundering Regulations, you will also mentor junior team members. The firm offers competitive compensation, a flexible work-life balance, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary + annual review

25 days holiday (rising with service)

Flexible benefits package including private medical

Hybrid, flexible working

Inclusive team culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Compliance experience in CDD/AML within a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of Money Laundering Regulations 2017.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support client onboarding and ongoing monitoring.
• Conduct CDD/KYC checks and matter risk assessments.
• Interpret AML regulations to make risk-based decisions.
• Mentor junior analysts and provide guidance.

Skills

Compliance experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Senior Compliance Analyst

📍 Manchester

✅ Hybrid working

We're currently working with a fabulous top 100 law firm in Manchester looking to expand their Compliance team. After a focus on growth, they're currently looking for a Senior Compliance Analyst, focusing on business acceptance. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step into a senior role, with the opportunity to mentor and support the junior analysts.

The Role

As a Senior Compliance Analyst, you’ll support the business with all aspects of client onboarding, ongoing monitoring and financial crime prevention. You’ll act as a trusted advisor to fee earners, help guide junior analysts, and get involved in wider compliance projects and training initiatives.

• CDD/KYC checks, client onboarding and matter risk assessments
• Enhanced Due Diligence
• Screening alert investigations (sanctions, PEPs, adverse media, ESG/reputational concerns)
• Source of funds/wealth checks and third-party payment queries
• Interpreting AML regulations and internal policies to make risk-based decisions
• Providing clear guidance to fee earners and stakeholders
• Escalating complex issues with well-considered recommendations
• Acting as a mentor for junior analysts

About you

• ⭐ 3+ years Compliance experience, in CDD/AML (this must be in a law firm)
• ⭐ Strong knowledge of Money Laundering Regulations 2017
• ⭐ Excellent communication skills
• ⭐ Highly organised

What's in it for you

• Competitive salary + annual review
• 25 days holiday (rising with service)
• Flexible benefits package inc. private medical
• Hybrid, flexible working built around work/life balance
• Inclusive, supportive team culture

Interested? Know someone who could be great? Reach out let's have a confidential conversation.