AML Assistant

Desired work region:West Yorkshire
Sector:AML, Financial Crime & Sanctions
Ref:41305
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About Profile

This candidate is a highly diligent and detail-oriented risk and compliance professional with a strong background in anti-money laundering, client due diligence, and matter risk assessment. With extensive experience in both legal and regulated environments, this individual brings a comprehensive understanding of AML regulations and best practice implementation across law firm operations. A confident communicator and trusted team member, this candidate has demonstrated the ability to handle complex risk issues and contribute to the effective management of compliance frameworks.

Currently working in a compliance support role at a global law firm, the candidate is responsible for managing AML processes for both new and existing client matters across the UK and Ireland. This includes conducting detailed client due diligence, researching high-risk factors, and escalating where necessary. The role also involves responding to internal AML policy queries and contributing to ongoing risk monitoring and compliance improvement projects.

Key Competencies:
  • Conducting AML and CDD checks across a range of jurisdictions and practice areas
  • Identifying and escalating high-risk client factors, including PEPs, sanctions and state ownership
  • Drafting clear and concise referrals and obtaining senior-level approval
  • Performing matter risk assessments and maintaining risk-related databases
  • Advising internal stakeholders on AML processes and policy interpretation
  • Experience with third-party data providers and legal compliance systems
  • Delivering AML training and creating structured KYC documentation
  • Comfortable working across cross-functional teams in both legal and commercial environments
Legal Experience:

AML Assistant | Global Law Firm | 0.5 years
Compliance and Contracts Officer | Commercial Innovation Hub | 2.5 years

Education & Qualifications:

ECDL | Training Body
NVQ Level 3 Business, Administrative & Secretarial Studies | Training Provider
NVQ Level 2 Business, Administrative & Secretarial Studies | Training Provider
RSA 1 and RSA 2 (Inc. Audio) | Training Body
IT Stage 1 | Training Body
IBT Part 2 | Training Body

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