Senior Compliance Analyst

Larbey Evans Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Senior Compliance Analyst for their London office. This role covers compliance obligations under UK regulations, client due diligence, and risk assessments. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in compliance, and a relevant certification is desirable. Attractive salary up to £80,000 with hybrid working options and fantastic perks.

Benefits

Free breakfast and lunch daily

Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day remote)

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a compliance/risk management role in a law firm.
• Strong understanding of AML, sanctions, anti-bribery, and anti-corruption laws.
• Experience in conducting KYC/AML due diligence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an understanding of the Firm’s AML/CTF compliance policies.
• Conduct client due diligence investigations.
• Assist in performing risk assessments and compliance reviews.
• Monitor active matters and update CDD records.
• Contribute to internal audits and investigations.

Skills

Compliance management

Risk assessments

Client due diligence (CDD)

Regulatory reporting

Education

Certification in Compliance (e.g., CAMS, ICA Diploma)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Elite

Orbis

World-Check

Job description

Senior Compliance Analyst

Top-tier US law firm is recruiting a Senior Compliance Analyst to join their London office.

• Salary to £80,000 (depending on experience) + fantastic perks including free breakfast and lunch daily!
• 09:30-17:30 working hours
• Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day remote)

In this role you will work closely with the London Risk & Compliance team and assist the firm with meeting its compliance obligations under the UK AML and CTF Regulations and other economic crime legislation.

Senior Compliance Analyst Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain an understanding of the Firm’s AML/CTF compliance policies, controls, and procedures (PC&Ps)
• Conducting client due diligence (CDD) investigations for new and existing clients in accordance with the Firm’s AML PC&Ps
• Assist in performing risk assessments and compliance reviews for the firm’s clients, matters, and third-party relationships
• Assist with the on-going monitoring of active matters and, where required, updating of CDD records
• Assist with transition to new AML records platform
• Contribute to internal audits, investigations, and reporting related to compliance risks

Senior Compliance Analyst Skills & Requirements:

• 4+ years’ experience in a compliance/risk management role in a law firm supervised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
• Certification in Compliance (e.g., CAMS, ICA Diploma) or a related field is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of AML, sanctions, anti-bribery, and anti-corruption laws
• Experience in conducting KYC/AML due diligence and regulatory reporting
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Elite, Orbis and World-Check