Compliance Analyst

A leading international law firm is seeking a Compliance Analyst to join their London office, supporting the Director of Compliance & Privacy – Europe.

This role offers you the opportunity to play a pivotal part in ensuring the organisation remains compliant with anti-money laundering (AML) and financial sanctions requirements, while also contributing to data privacy initiatives. You will be joining a highly supportive team environment where your attention to detail, organisational skills, and commitment to continuous learning will be valued and nurtured.

What you'll do:

As a Compliance Analyst, you will be entrusted with responsibilities that are central to the firm’s commitment to regulatory excellence. Your day-to-day activities will involve conducting comprehensive customer due diligence checks on new clients, performing anti-money laundering risk assessments, and advising legal professionals on best practices for documentation. You will play a key role in identifying high-risk clients, escalating concerns promptly, and assisting with enhanced monitoring procedures. In addition to these core duties, you will review existing records for accuracy, conduct financial sanctions searches, and provide practical support across departments. Your involvement with the Data Privacy Team will see you participating in impactful projects such as privacy impact assessments and maintaining essential records. Success in this role requires a proactive approach, strong organisational skills, and a willingness to collaborate closely with colleagues at all levels. You will thrive by embracing opportunities for learning, responding swiftly to challenges, and contributing positively to both compliance operations and broader privacy initiatives.

• Independently carry out customer due diligence checks and anti-money laundering risk assessments on new clients, providing guidance to legal teams regarding appropriate documentation in line with firm policies.
• Identify and escalate high-risk clients to senior compliance officers, assisting with enhanced due diligence procedures and ongoing monitoring as required by regulations.
• Review existing customer due diligence records regularly to ensure accuracy and currency of information, maintaining meticulous documentation standards.
• Offer practical advice and prompt assistance to lawyers and other professional staff concerning applicable anti-money laundering requirements, fostering collaborative relationships across departments.
• Conduct thorough financial sanctions and adverse media searches, ensuring any relevant findings are appropriately escalated for further investigation.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the firm’s risk management policies and procedures, actively participating in internal training sessions and policy reviews.
• Provide ongoing support to the Data Privacy Team on various projects, including reviewing privacy impact assessments and maintaining records of processing activities.
• Assist the Director of Compliance & Privacy – Europe with ad hoc tasks and special projects, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness in meeting organisational needs.
• Contribute to the maintenance of data mapping records, ensuring compliance with evolving privacy regulations and best practice standards.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across multiple teams, sharing insights and supporting communal goals related to compliance and privacy.

What you bring:

• A degree in law or a related subject is desirable for this position as it provides foundational knowledge relevant to compliance work.
• At least one year’s experience working within anti-money laundering processes at a law firm is essential for understanding industry-specific requirements.
• Proven experience with AML monitoring and screening solutions demonstrates your ability to navigate complex regulatory environments effectively.
• working knowledge of data protection and data privacy is required for this hire.
• Excellent written communication skills enable you to produce clear reports and advise stakeholders accurately on compliance matters.
• Strong verbal communication abilities allow you to build trust-based relationships with legal teams and other professional staff.
• Ability to build relationships with key stakeholders ensures effective collaboration across departments when addressing compliance issues.
• High level of productivity achieved through careful planning, focus, and attention to detail supports successful outcomes in daily tasks.
• Demonstrates a growth mindset by actively seeking opportunities for learning and improvement within the compliance function.
• Self-motivated attitude combined with reliability makes you a dependable contributor who responds promptly to requests from colleagues.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills help you balance multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining quality standards.

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