Compliance Officer (London Area)

Compliance Officer

Location: London (Hybrid)

Salary: Up to £60,000k base + Competitive Benefits

The Opportunity

An international law firm headquartered in London is looking to appoint a Compliance Officer to its growing Business Acceptance team. The firm operates globally, with offices in major financial hubs such as Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Paris. With turnover recently exceeding £300 million and further ambitious growth plans underway, this is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional to join a high-performing, forward-looking legal environment.

This role is ideal for someone looking to take ownership of complex, high-risk matters within a fast-paced team responsible for end-to-end compliance and business acceptance processes — all handled in-house. The client base includes leading financial services, insurance, and private wealth institutions with cross-jurisdictional reach.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end compliance checks, including AML, KYC, and conflicts of interest
• Analyse conflict search results and support resolution using Intapp Open software
• Coordinate new client/matter intake, ensuring all documentation and regulatory requirements are met
• Assist in implementing information barriers and conducting sanctions screening
• Liaise with fee earners, senior compliance stakeholders, and support teams to ensure seamless onboarding and risk management
• Contribute to testing new software upgrades and participate in process improvement initiatives

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 2 years\’ experience in a compliance role within a law firm (international or City firm background preferred)
• In order to be considered for this role, you must be working at a Law firm
• Strong knowledge of UK AML regulations and SRA conflicts rules
• Proven ability to handle high-risk, complex clients across multiple jurisdictions
• Confident communicator with the ability to present to senior stakeholders
• Proficient with compliance tools and data platforms (e.g. Bureau van Dijk, Companies House, Accuity)
• Detail-oriented, organised, and thrives under pressure
• Undergraduate degree required

Why Apply?

• Join a high-performing, collaborative team in a firm with a strong compliance culture
• Exposure to global clients and sophisticated legal matters
• Hybrid working model (London-based)
• Competitive salary up to £60,000 with comprehensive benefits including:
• Private health and dental care
• Life assurance and pension
• Electric car, tech, and cycle-to-work schemes
• Volunteering leave and robust wellbeing support
• Supportive environment with clear opportunities for career development

If you\’re a compliance professional looking for a new challenge in a prestigious international firm with strong growth momentum, please apply!