Senior Anti-Money Laundering Analyst

About the role

Join a leading London law firm as a Senior Anti‑Money Laundering Analyst within its Risk and Compliance department. You will lead AML enquiries, mentor junior analysts and support the firm’s commitment to robust financial crime prevention.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee AML enquiries during matter opening, ensuring full regulatory compliance.
• Provide expert guidance, training and supervision to junior analysts.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver accurate AML advice throughout client onboarding.
• Conduct thorough due‑diligence and enhanced due‑diligence checks using databases, registries and risk‑screening tools.
• Identify, mitigate and appropriately escalate AML risks to senior management or the MLRO team.
• Maintain detailed records of research activities in line with firm policies.
• Support the MLRO team on special projects and broader risk‑management initiatives.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of senior AML or financial‑crime experience within a law firm.
• Degree‑level education; GDL or LPC qualifications are preferred.
• Strong interest in progressing within risk management or compliance.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of UK Money Laundering Regulations.

Required skills

• Proficiency with AML databases such as Intapp and World Check.
• Experience using company registries and risk‑screening software.

What we offer

• A collaborative environment that values knowledge sharing and professional growth.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career development within a prestigious firm.