Robert Walters
Compliance officer
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Compliance Officer Opportunity
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Compliance Officer to join a highly respected international law firm in London, renowned for its sector-focused expertise across energy, infrastructure, and transport. This role offers you the chance to be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your input and supports your professional journey.
Role Responsibilities
- Review new client and matter requests meticulously to ensure all necessary information is provided in line with regulatory requirements, liaising thoughtfully with fee earners to obtain outstanding details.
- Analyse conflict check requests thoroughly to identify potential legal or commercial conflicts, collaborating closely with partners to resolve any issues identified.
- Conduct PEP (Politically Exposed Persons), sanctions, and background checks as required, offering clear guidance to fee earners on how to interpret and navigate results.
- Provide insightful advice on escrow agreements from a compliance perspective, ensuring all relevant standards are met before proceeding.
- Maintain various registers including those related to process agency matters, gifts and hospitality, data protection, PEPs, and enhanced risk matters with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Respond promptly to ad hoc queries from colleagues across the business, delivering practical solutions in a timely manner.
- Deliver engaging training sessions to raise awareness of compliance obligations throughout the firm.
- Support the wider team by contributing actively to ongoing and ad hoc compliance projects such as insurance renewals, practising certificate renewals, IT upgrades, or tasks associated with opening new offices.
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Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in anti-money laundering policies and procedures as well as regulatory compliance within a professional services or legal environment.
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and guidance issued by law societies or bar associations.
- Proven track record of performing customer due diligence (CDD) checks on both entities and individuals—ideally gained within a law firm setting.
- Exceptional organisational skills paired with meticulous attention to detail when handling sensitive information or managing competing deadlines.
- Ability to work dependably both independently and collaboratively within a supportive team structure.
- Excellent communication skills that enable you to articulate complex compliance concepts clearly when advising colleagues at all levels.
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