Title:Client Due Diligence & Conflicts Analyst (12 Month FTC) |
Hours:9:30am - 5:30pm and as required |
Working week:Monday - Friday |
Department:Business Acceptance |
Purpose of job:To act as a technical specialist within the Business Acceptance department, responsible for conducting client due diligence and conflict checks, supporting risk management, and contributing to process improvement. The Analyst operates with autonomy and accountability, demonstrating sound judgement, proactive problem-solving, and effective stakeholder engagement. The role bridges operational delivery and strategic contribution. |
Specific duties to include:
Technical Delivery & Risk Management
- Conduct thorough client due diligence (CDD) and conflict checks, including AML, sanctions, and PEP screening, ensuring compliance with firm policies and regulatory requirements.
- Assess risk in client/matter onboarding, proactively identify and where required escalate high-risk scenarios, and recommend pragmatic solutions.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations (SRA, AML, KYC) and apply them to daily operations.
- Demonstrate sound judgement, accountability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Operate with autonomy, demonstrating ownership for outcomes and the promotion of continuous improvement.
- Support with administrative tasks to cover team absence as required.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with fee earners, internal clients, and other business services teams to ensure smooth onboarding and conflict resolution.
- Communicate requirements and outcomes clearly, supporting the firm in understanding compliance obligations.
Training & Knowledge Sharing
- Support the delivery of training if required to Administrators and Paralegals, sharing technical expertise and promoting best practice.
- Provide guidance on routine and moderately complex matters to Administrators and Paralegals.
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