Compliance Analyst - Global Law Firm

Title: Compliance Analyst
Location: London
Salary: Competitive

Hybrid: 3 days in office/2 from home

Ryder Reid Legal is seeking a Compliance Analyst to join the dynamic Risk & Compliance team of one of our global law firm clients at their London office. As a Compliance Analyst, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the firm meets its compliance obligations under UK anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) regulations, as well as other economic crime legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain an understanding of the Firm\’s AML/CTF compliance policies, controls, and procedures.
• Conduct client due diligence (CDD) investigations for new and existing clients.
• Assist in performing risk assessments and compliance reviews for the Firm\’s clients, matters, and third-party relationships.
• Monitor active matters and update CDD records as required.
• Advise and support lawyers and their assistants in complying with the Firm\’s AML policies.
• Maintain and update compliance documentation.
• Assist with the transition to a new AML records platform.
• Contribute to internal audits, investigations, and reporting related to compliance risks.
• Provide general day-to-day support to the Compliance Team.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years\’ experience in a compliance/risk management role in a law firm supervised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).
• Certification in Compliance (e.g., CAMS, ICA Diploma) or a related field is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of AML, sanctions, anti-bribery, and anti-corruption laws.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Enthusiastic team player with a positive and proactive approach.

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