Job Description
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A leading international law firm is looking to hire an AML Assistant to join their team in London.
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This is an excellent opportunity for someone with early‑career AML/compliance experience who wants exposure to firm‑wide and global AML processes within a top‑tier environment.
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The Role
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As AML & Compliance Assistant, you will support the firm’s anti‑money laundering and compliance obligations across London and other offices, ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory, and internal requirements.
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You’ll work closely with senior AML leadership and gain hands‑on experience across a broad range of compliance activities.
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Key Responsibilities
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Conduct client, counterparty, and third‑party due diligence (CDD)Perform PEP, sanctions, and adverse media checksMaintain and update AML systems and databasesPrepare client and matter risk assessmentsMonitor ongoing AML files and follow up on outstanding documentation
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nCandidate Profile n nMinimum 1 year’s AML or compliance experience Understanding of AML regulations and frameworksExperience conducting due diligence on individuals and entitiesStrong communication and stakeholder engagement skillsExcellent research, analytical, and organisational abilities
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Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.
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