At a Glance
- Tasks: Support onboarding of new clients and conduct risk assessments in a dynamic compliance environment.
- Company: Join BCLP, a forward-thinking firm committed to diversity and innovation.
- Benefits: Inclusive culture, professional development opportunities, and exposure to international business.
- Other info: Great career growth potential in a supportive and diverse workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in compliance while collaborating with teams across the globe.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and a desire to learn in a compliance-focused role.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
At BCLP, we’ve built our firm on the foundations of thinking differently. Curious, inquisitive and unbound by tradition, we’re building change within our sector and beyond. It starts with our people, which is why we’re looking for an Analyst, Compliance to join our Business Acceptance Team, supporting the onboarding of new clients and matters into the firm.
This role sits within a risk and compliance environment, giving you exposure to international business acceptance activities across a range of practice areas. You’ll focus on client due diligence, conflicts analysis, and risk assessment, with opportunities to contribute to wider team initiatives such as sanctions checks, process improvement, and information barrier management. You’ll work closely with colleagues across London, Manchester, and the US, as well as the Risk team, wider business services, and legal practitioners.
Responsibilities
- Conducting conflicts analysis and client due diligence on clients and matters
- Identifying, assessing and escalating higher risk and reputational issues including sanctions and AML risk
- Assisting with the establishment and maintenance of information barriers
- Liaising with partners and other legal practitioners in relation to conflicts, AML risks, and matter opening
- Assisting with the management of the Business Acceptance inbox and responding to queries received
- Ensuring matters are opened in a timely manner using Intapp Open
- Supporting various Business Acceptance‑related team projects and processes
Skills and experience required
- Strong organisational skills and ability to remain calm under pressure
- Ability to communicate clearly and confidently with stakeholders at all levels
- Adaptable, with the ability to manage competing deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and an analytical mindset
- Desire and capacity to learn and develop within a risk or compliance‑focused environment
- Enthusiastic, professional and approachable
Desirable (but not essential)
- Minimum of 1 year experience in law firm risk and compliance, including exposure to AML, KYC/CDD, and conflicts
- Experience working with Intapp Open
- A degree (or equivalent experience) in Law, Business, Finance, Criminology, Economics or a related analytical/regulated field
- Background in legal, financial services, professional services or similar sectors
At Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we believe people perform at their best when they can truly be themselves at work. We aim to create an inclusive environment where all our employees are valued, motivated and able to be themselves. In order to provide the best possible service to our diverse client base, we are committed to recruiting, retaining, rewarding and developing our people with regard to their abilities and contributions and without reference to their background, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, socio‑economic status, political belief, disability or any other protected characteristic.
Analyst, Compliance employer: BCLP
BCLP is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture in the heart of London. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring our team members thrive in their careers while tackling meaningful challenges in global risk and compliance. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking firm that values innovation and continuous improvement.
