Risk & Compliance Paralegal (Private Wealth)

Risk & Compliance Paralegal (Private Wealth)Larbey Evans is working with top US law firm to recruit a Risk & Compliance Paralegal in its high-profile Private Wealth practice. Salary to £50,000 (depending on experience)09:30-17:30 working hoursHybrid working (4 days office / 1 day remote)Excellent employee benefits and perks to include free breakfast and lunch daily! This newly created role will work closely with the Associate Director of Risk & Compliance and senior lawyers in both London and New York assisting with AML and regulatory matters.Risk & Compliance Paralegal Key Responsibilities: Oversee and keep track of all open and pending AML reviews on clients and matters opened by the Private Wealth teamConduct client due diligence reviews and risk assessments for Private Wealth team clients and their structures (e.g. trusts, foundations, corporate entities)Assist with ongoing monitoring of Private Wealth team clients and matters in coordination with the firm’s Risk & Compliance teamAssist communications with the Private Wealth team (in London and New York), as well as clients and intermediaries (e.g. family offices) Risk & Compliance Paralegal Skills & Requirements: 2+ years’ experience as a paralegal in a top-tier Private Wealth or Private Client team, ideally within an international or City law firmPrior experience in using automated business intake and/or workflow system (e.g. Intapp, Elite) and AML-related information collection and screening sources (e.g. World Check, Orbis) preferredSolid grasp of the UK AML and sanctions framework and a strong understanding of private wealth structures and strategiesStrong research and analytical skills