Risk & Compliance Analyst (Legal) | UK-Based International Law Firm | Fully Remote (South Africa)

Introduction

A prestigious UK-based International Law Firm is seeking a Risk & Compliance Analyst (Legal) to join its global compliance team. This is a full-time fully remote opportunity open to South African-qualified lawyers or law graduates who are detail-oriented analytical and eager to develop their expertise in legal risk anti-money laundering (AML) sanctions and client due diligence within an international legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and respond to conflicts of interest AML sanctions and risk assessment queries in the client and matter management system.
• Review and verify new client and matter intake forms ensuring accuracy completeness and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Conduct client due diligence (CDD) including verification of identity beneficial ownership and source of funds / wealth.
• Perform PEP sanctions and adverse media screening analysing results and escalating high-risk matters to the MLRO or Senior Risk & Compliance Manager.
• Draft and maintain risk assessments applying appropriate risk ratings.
• Analyse conflict check reports and liaise with partners fee earners and business support teams to resolve compliance queries.
• Ensure timely completion of client onboarding and compliance checks maintaining accurate records in the firm’s case management system.
• Conduct spot checks audits and monitoring of client files to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Support the Senior Risk & Compliance Manager with projects process improvements and implementation of new regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance and support to lawyers and business teams on client care risk management and compliance obligations.

Requirements

Remuneration

Competitive Market Related Salary

Interested

Why Join

If you are a legally qualified professional with a strong academic background and a passion for compliance client due diligence and risk management — this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career with a leading international law firm.

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Employment Type : Remote

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1