AML Analyst
Meet Our Recruiter
Emma Edwards
About the Role
We are working with a leading law firm to hire an AML Analyst in Sheffield. In this role, you will be a key member of a dedicated team responsible for the oversight of the firm’s extensive client database, ensuring that all held due diligence remains accurate, current, and fully compliant with international regulatory standards.
The firm is looking for a graduate or a qualified compliance professional with previous experience in a law firm environment. They are looking for candidates with a solution-driven approach and the ability to apply practical, common-sense judgement to complex problems. You should be a self-motivated team player with excellent communication skills and a meticulous eye for detail.
The responsibilities will include:
- Evaluating the risk profiles of existing clients and identifying any significant changes in their status or structure.
- Conducting comprehensive company and adverse media searches to support ongoing risk assessments.
- Liaising directly with Partners and senior stakeholders to resolve client due diligence issues and information gaps.
- Providing administrative and technical support to the Deputy Money Laundering Officer on general AML and CTF matters.
- Assisting the wider AML function with targeted research projects and day-to-day regulatory enquiries as they arise.
- Ensuring all client files meet the requirements of the Money Laundering Regulations 2017 and relevant international directives.
- Prioritising a diverse workload of monitoring tasks to ensure the firm meets its periodic review deadlines.
- Contributing to the development of robust internal records and ensuring a high level of accuracy across all compliance systems.
If you are an organised professional with a strong grasp of the UK regulatory landscape and a desire to take ownership of high-quality compliance work, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today to be considered for this position.
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