Compliance Assistant

Sector:AML, Financial Crime & Sanctions, AML & Conflicts, Conflicts of Interest
Salary/Rate:up to £30,000
Job type:Permanent
Location:Manchester
Region:Greater Manchester
Reference:1353
Post Date:23. 09. 2025
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About the Role

We are partnering with a leading international law firm to recruit a Compliance Assistant for their Manchester office. In this position, you’ll play a key role in the ongoing support of legal compliance while contributing to the smooth running of critical business processes.

This role would be suited to a recent law graduate with a keen interest in compliance or an individual with existing law firm compliance experience, ideally bringing a drive to succeed alongside a client-focused organisational approach.

The responsibilities will include:

  • Reviewing and verifying AML documentation and information
  • Conducting client and matter research to ensure compliance
  • Assessing and validating information provided by fee earners and support staff, and advising on required documentation
  • Responding to compliance-related queries and providing guidance
  • Carrying out conflict of interest checks using the Intapp Open database
  • Building knowledge of the SRA Code of Conduct, particularly in relation to conflicts of interest and confidentiality
  • Assisting with the resolution of conflicts of interest and related matters

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative, well-respected firm that invests in its people and offers genuine career development. If this sounds like the right move for you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your compliance career.

Not quite right for you? Check out the rest of our risk and compliance roles or give one of our friendly team a call on 0207 117 2542.

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