Senior Conflicts/AML Analyst

About the Firm

I'm currently working closely with a US law firm who are seeking a Senior AML/Conflicts Analyst to join them in their London office.

Responsibilities

Conflicts of Interest:

Reviewing conflicts search requests, collaborating with secretaries and submitters to gather precise information.

Conducting thorough conflicts checks using their internal database, paying special attention to sensitivities.

Compiling and dispatching comprehensive conflicts search reports, incorporating both internal and external research.

Maintaining accurate records of conflicts research and resolution in our new business acceptance system.

Anti-Money Laundering (AML):

Conducting thorough research and verification of new clients using external corporate research tools.

Providing expert guidance to partners, attorneys, and secretaries on AML processes within the UK/EU.

Analysing AML risks for a diverse client base, from low to high risk, taking into account complex structures.

Preparing AML Packs and maintaining CDD records.

Escalating high-risk or special cases to the CCM and Money Laundering Reporting Officer for further review and approval.

Handling billing and processing third-party payer requests.

Providing AML and compliance training to colleagues.

Maintaining internal firm policies, assisting with ad hoc queries, and staying up to date with any legislative changes.

What do you need?

Minimum 2+ years of relevant compliance experience in both AML and conflict of interest.

Experience handling legal conflict of interest issues, with knowledge of U.S. conflict of interest rules being desirable.

Experience working with Intapp Open or other legal case management systems.

A law degree is desirable.