Legal Compliance Administrator – Colchester
Full-Time | Permanent
Are you a detail-driven compliance professional with strong experience in legal processes, AML checks, and ID verification? We are seeking a skilled Legal Compliance Administrator to join a team in Colchester, supporting essential regulatory and compliance operations across the business.
About the Role
In this vital position, you will oversee a wide range of compliance activities, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks, Know Your Customer (KYC) processes, and Right to Work/ID verification. You will ensure the business remains compliant with legal, regulatory, and internal standards while providing clear administrative support to the Compliance Manager and wider legal teams.
Key Responsibilities
*Conduct and document AML, KYC, and due-diligence checks on clients, suppliers, or candidates.
*Perform ID verification, Right to Work checks, and maintain secure records.
*Maintain, update, and audit compliance registers, policies, and internal guidance.
*Support regulatory reporting and prepare compliance/audit documentation.
*Monitor changes in legislation and help implement updated compliance procedures.
*Manage and resolve compliance queries from internal stakeholders.
*Assist with risk assessments and escalate compliance concerns where appropriate.
*Work closely with legal teams, external regulators, and internal departments.
About You
We are looking for someone with exceptional organisational skills and a strong compliance background.
Essential:
*Demonstrated experience in legal compliance, AML/KYC processes, or regulatory administration.
*Strong understanding of AML regulations, identity verification standards, and due-diligence procedures.
*Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify irregularities or potential risks.
*High level of integrity and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
*Strong written and verbal communication skills.
*Confident using Microsoft Office and compliance software systems.


What’s on Offer
*Competitive salary depending on experience
*Ongoing compliance, legal, and AML training
*Supportive and professional working environment
If you have proven experience with AML, legal compliance, and ID verification — and you’re looking for the next step in your compliance career — we’d love to hear from you.
Please email alternatively call or apply online.