Remote Risk & Compliance Analyst - AML/KYC & Conflicts

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP; Washington; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is seeking a Risk and Compliance Analyst to support the Risk and Compliance Services Department. The role focuses on conflicts checks, client due diligence, KYC/AML clearances, and adherence to financial crime regulations.

Remote work is supported, with residency required in eligible states. The analyst will work with Ethics Attorneys, recruiting, HR and finance teams, handling onboarding, matter maintenance, and correspondence to ensure timely and compliant

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of conflicts, new business intake, financial crimes, anti-money laundering and/or compliance experience.
• Experience onboarding new clients and matters through a new business and conflicts application, such as Intapp Open, and using third-party research tools.
• Ability to take initiative, organize, prioritize deadlines, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong research and analytical skills and the ability to present data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct conflict checks and corporate research on prospective clients and related parties; summarize results for the requesting partner.
• Process various requests to identify potential conflicts of interest, sanctions, and risk factors in compliance with policies.
• Perform client due diligence, including KYC checks and AML clearances for all risk levels; monitor matters over time.
• Liaise with Ethics Attorneys and other departments to obtain approvals and ensure proper documentation.
• Respond to calls, emails and workflow requests from firm attorneys and staff.

Skills

Conflict checks

KYC checks

AML compliance

Research & analysis

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Tools

Intapp Open

Compliance Catalyst

S&P Global

BVD/Orbis

Job description

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is seeking a Risk and Compliance Analyst to support the Risk and Compliance Services Department. The role focuses on conflicts checks, client due diligence, KYC/AML clearances, and adherence to financial crime regulations.

Remote work is supported, with residency required in eligible states. The analyst will work with Ethics Attorneys, recruiting, HR and finance teams, handling onboarding, matter maintenance, and correspondence to ensure timely and compliant