LAW CHOICE RECRUITMENT
A leading international law firm is seeking a Risk & Compliance Officer to join its London-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Risk & Compliance Officer looking to build their career in a highly regarded global firm with a strong reputation across sectors including shipping, energy, insurance and construction.
The successful Risk & Compliance Officer will play a key role in supporting the firm’s risk and compliance function, with a focus on client onboarding, regulatory compliance and conflict management. This position offers exposure to complex, high-quality work and the chance to collaborate with colleagues across multiple international offices.
The role
As a Risk & Compliance Officer, your responsibilities will include:
- assisting with the onboarding of new clients and matters, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and firm policies
- conducting client due diligence, including KYC checks, AML reviews and sanctions screening
- supporting conflict checks and the setup of information barriers
- maintaining accurate and up-to-date matter information
- monitoring client risk profiles and escalating any concerns appropriately
- assisting with compliance reporting and audit preparation
- supporting the wider business with regulatory queries and best practice guidance
About you
To be considered for this Risk & Compliance Officer role, you will ideally have:
- at least two years’ experience in a compliance role within a regulated environment, ideally a law firm
- strong AML and regulatory compliance knowledge
- excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders across the business
- strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving
What’s on offer
- opportunity to join a globally recognised law firm
- exposure to high-quality, complex compliance work
- supportive team environment with clear development opportunities
- hybrid working model with a London base
If you are a motivated Risk & Compliance Officer looking for your next step in a dynamic and international environment, this could be the ideal move. The firm is keen to appoint a Risk & Compliance Officer who is detail-driven, collaborative and eager to contribute to a high-performing team.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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