Anti-Money Laundering Analyst

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking an AML Analyst to join its London Risk and Compliance function on a permanent basis.The FirmOur client is a prestigious international law firm that advises leading organisations and institutions on complex, high-value matters and is recognised for the quality of its work and international capabilities.The OpportunityThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced AML professional to join a high-performing AML team within a leading international law firm. The successful candidate will support the firm's AML processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory and legal obligations across multiple jurisdictions.Key responsibilities include:Reviewing and assessing AML and wider financial crime risks associated with new client and matter requestsConducting client due diligence and documenting client and matter risk assessmentsPerforming adverse media, sanctions, PEP and watchlist screening, analysing findings and escalating concerns where requiredAssisting with Enhanced Due Diligence on high-risk clients and matters, including conducting further research and identifying potential financial crime concernsSupporting ongoing client and matter monitoring activitiesLiaising with key internal stakeholders, including Partners, Associates, Conflicts and Accounts teamsMaintaining internal compliance registers, checklists, records and protocolsAssisting with internal and external audit preparationMonitoring regulatory developments across the jurisdictions in which the firm operates, including FATF black and grey list updatesSupporting procedural changes following regulatory or policy updatesAssisting with research and updates to AML training materialsSupporting ad hoc AML, CTF and wider compliance projectsRequirementsPrevious AML experience within a law firm is essentialStrong understanding of AML, CTF and CPF requirements and wider financial crime risks within the legal sectorVacancy HighlightsExposure to complex, cross-border AML and financial crime mattersHybrid working (4 days in office and Friday from home)Competitive salary and benefits packageTo be considered for this AML Analyst opportunity, please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.