Senior Compliance Analyst

QED Legal LLP; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A top 100 law firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior Compliance Analyst to support client onboarding and financial crime prevention. This role offers the opportunity to mentor junior analysts and engage in various compliance initiatives. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in Compliance within a law firm and strong knowledge of Money Laundering Regulations 2017. The firm offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary + annual review

25 days holiday (increasing with service)

Flexible benefits package including private medical

Hybrid working

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support client onboarding and financial crime prevention.
• Conduct CDD/KYC checks and risk assessments.
• Act as a mentor for junior analysts.
• Provide guidance and escalate complex issues.

Skills

Compliance experience

Knowledge of Money Laundering Regulations 2017

Excellent communication skills

Organizational 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 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?

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