Compliance & AML Assistant
London
Full-Time (Hybrid)
Permanent


An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Compliance & AML Assistant to join the Risk & Information Security team of a highly regarded, established London law firm.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in legal compliance, AML or client onboarding, who is looking to develop their career within a collaborative and professional environment.
The Role:
Reporting to the Senior AML & Compliance Manager and Risk & Compliance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the firm’s regulatory, risk and anti-money laundering framework.
You will work closely with fee earners and Business Services teams to ensure compliance with regulatory obligations, including SRA requirements and the Money Laundering Regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
*Monitoring new client and matter openings, ensuring AML documentation and risk assessments are complete.
*Reviewing initial risk assessments, PEP status and conducting follow-up enquiries.
*Identifying high-risk clients and potential PEPs using due diligence systems.
*Monitoring sanctions exposure and reputational risk concerns.
*Supporting fee earners and practice assistants with client due diligence requirements.
*Managing AML-related inbox queries and reporting on outstanding onboarding requirements.
*Liaising with Accounts regarding AML-related financial queries.
*Attending and minuting quarterly MLRO group meetings.
*Maintaining risk registers including PEP, high-risk client and information security registers.
*Assisting with data security incident reporting.
*Supporting quality accreditations.
*Contributing to internal compliance reviews and wider risk projects.
About You:
*Experience in a legal compliance, AML or risk-based role (law firm experience preferred).
*Strong understanding of the Money Laundering Regulations 2017.
*Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
*Confident communicator with the ability to work with stakeholders at all levels.
*Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and client onboarding systems.
*Proactive, team-oriented and eager to learn.


What’s on Offer
*Permanent role within a respected and professional legal environment.
*Flexible working pattern.
*Exposure to high-quality, complex work.
*Supportive and collaborative team culture.
*Excellent long-term development prospects.
Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.