Risk & Compliance Officer Resume in Buckinghamshire

This is a diligent and experienced compliance professional with a strong track record in risk and regulatory support roles within major international and global law firms. With a focused career in legal risk and compliance, this candidate brings substantial experience in anti-money laundering, sanctions screening, client onboarding, and broader regulatory frameworks.

Currently operating at officer level, this individual is a trusted point of contact for fee earners and business services teams on a wide range of risk and compliance matters. Known for being proactive, detail-focused and collaborative, this candidate is confident supporting high-value, cross-border work and thrives in fast-paced legal environments.

In their current role at an international law firm, this candidate supports the firm’s shipping-focused teams across two jurisdictions. Daily responsibilities include reviewing KYC documentation, performing sanctions and AML checks, assessing client risk, maintaining internal systems and barriers, and delivering training across the firm. They also contribute to internal policy development, compliance reporting and data integrity efforts.

Key competencies include:

End-to-end client due diligence and onboarding
Risk assessments and escalation of AML/sanctions concerns
Maintenance and review of internal compliance systems and records
Drafting and updating compliance policies and processes
Coordinating regulatory reporting and internal audits
Delivery of internal compliance training
Familiarity with legal compliance tech platforms including Intapp Open and Walls, iManage, and Elite

Legal Experience

Education & Qualifications

Certificate in Managing Sanctions Risk | The International Compliance Association
Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) | University
Master of Arts (Honours) Classics/Comparative Literature | University

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