Senior Financial Crime & Sanctions Analyst

Addleshaw Goddard; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a proactive Senior Analyst for its Financial Crime & Sanctions Team. The role involves ensuring compliance with AML regulations, conducting client due diligence across various sectors, and mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience in a similar role, and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. This position offers a dynamic environment that promotes growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role, ideally within a legal environment.
• Ability to interpret and apply AML regulations globally.
• Excellent analytical skills to identify key risks.

Responsibilities

• Support firm's global operations through AML regulations.
• Conduct CDD and AML checks across various sectors.
• Advise on AML/CDD requirements and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Knowledge of AML regulations

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Job description

We’re looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual to join our Financial Crime & Sanctions (FCS) Team as a Senior Analyst.

Based within our Onboarding team, part of the Office of the General Counsel, you’ll play a key role in ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations, managing risk, and supporting junior team members. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Apply your knowledge of AML regulations to support the firm’s global operations.
• Conduct client due diligence (CDD) and anti-money laundering (AML) checks across a range of sectors and jurisdictions.
• Research and analyse high-risk factors, including PEPs, sanctions, and complex structures.
• Advise partners and associates on AML/CDD requirements and best practices.
• Mentor and support junior team members, driving knowledge-sharing and team development.
• Manage workflow to meet service level agreements and ensure compliance standards.
• Assist with audits, sanctions investigations, and compliance projects.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Experience in a similar role, ideally within a legal environment.
• Strong knowledge of AML regulations and the ability to interpret and apply these globally.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex information and identify key risks.
• A collaborative team player who can build trust with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive and organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

Why Choose Us?

Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are not just valued but encouraged to reach your full potential. Our culture promotes improvement, growth, and collaboration, making us the natural choice for top-tier clients. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.

Interested? If this role sounds like your next career step, we’d love to hear from you. Click the Apply button to view the full role profile on our website and start your application!