Senior Compliance Analyst
Posted 1 day 17 hours ago by QED Legal LLP
Manchester
Hybrid working
We're currently working with a fabulous top 100 law firm in Manchester looking to expand their Compliance team.
After a focus on growth, they're currently looking for a Senior Compliance Analyst, focusing on business acceptance. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step into a senior role, with the opportunity to mentor and support the junior analysts.
The Role?As a Senior Compliance Analyst, you'll support the business with all aspects of client onboarding, ongoing monitoring and financial crime prevention. You'll act as a trusted advisor to fee earners, help guide junior analysts, and get involved in wider compliance projects and training initiatives.
- CDD/KYC checks, client onboarding and matter risk assessments
- Enhanced Due Diligence
- Screening alert investigations (sanctions, PEPs, adverse media, ESG/reputational concerns)
- Source of funds/wealth checks and third-party payment queries
- Interpreting AML regulations and internal policies to make risk-based decisions
- Providing clear guidance to fee earners and stakeholders
- Escalating complex issues with well-considered recommendations
- Acting a mentor for junior analysts
- 3+ years Compliance experience, in CDD/AML (this must be in a law firm)
- Strong knowledge of Money Laundering Regulations 2017
- Excellent communication skills
- Highly organised
- Competitive salary + annual review
- 25 days holiday (rising with service)
- Flexible benefits package inc. private medical
- Hybrid, flexible working built around work/life balance
- Inclusive, supportive team culture
Interested?
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