AML & Compliance Assistant

2 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom UNCOVER Full time

A US law firm is looking for an AML & Compliance Assistant to join their Risk & Compliance Team in their London office.

The ideal candidate for this role would have a strong academic background with law firm experience.

Key Responsibilities for the AML & Compliance Assistant role:

  • Conduct client due diligence (CDD) checks on clients, counterparties, and third-party payors, liaising with lawyers, secretaries, and finance teams as required.
  • Identify and escalate higher-risk issues or red flags in accordance with firm policy.
  • Carry out Politically Exposed Person (PEP), sanctions, and adverse media screening using a range of research tools and databases.
  • Summarise research findings and prepare client and matter risk assessments, considering AML, counter-terrorist financing (CTF), sanctions, and reputational risks.
  • Assist with ongoing monitoring, periodic reviews, and maintenance of AML files.
  • Provide general administrative and compliance support to the wider AML and OGC team as required.

Experience and Skills Required:

  • Experience in an AML or compliance role within a law firm
  • Understanding of UK AML regulations and related guidance.
  • Experience conducting CDD and screening on both corporate and individual clients (preferably in a legal environment).

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and collaborative compliance team within a leading US law firm, offering exposure to complex, cross-border client work and the chance to develop your understanding of regulatory risk in a global legal environment.

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