Compliance Analyst
7 days ago
Liverpool
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Compliance Analyst to join a busy and supportive Risk and Compliance team in Liverpool. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop a career in risk management, compliance, or client due diligence within a professional services environment.\n\nYou will support the Business Acceptance Manager and Senior Analysts across all aspects of new client and matter intake, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nManage day-to-day tasks relating to all aspects of client and matter inception.\nConduct client due diligence checks and determine appropriate levels of due diligence in line with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations.\nCarry out conflict searches and identify, resolve, or escalate potential conflict issues.\nUse internal and external databases to conduct research as part of the due diligence process.\nAssess risk profiles for new and existing clients and escalate concerns as required.\nProvide advice to colleagues on AML, inception, and conflict-related queries.\nEnsure information barriers are correctly created and maintained.\nAssist the wider Risk Team with ad hoc compliance queries.\nParticipate in team and firmwide projects, supporting UK and international operations.Knowledge, Skills & Experience\n\nPrevious experience in client due diligence or conflict analysis is beneficial but not essential.\nExperience in a professional services or legal environment is advantageous.\nUnderstanding of SRA or equivalent professional conduct rules relating to conflicts and confidentiality is an advantage.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nExcellent attention to detail and ability to research and summarise findings clearly.\nAnalytical thinker able to draw reasoned conclusions from data.\nConfident dealing with stakeholders at all levels.\nOrganised, proactive, and adaptable with the ability to manage multiple priorities.\nTeam player with a collaborative approach and willingness to support others.\nComfortable adapting to new systems, processes, and technologies.Attributes\n\nProfessional, client-focused, and solutions-oriented approach.\nEnthusiastic about risk management and compliance.\nReliable, hard-working, and committed to continuous learning.\nConfident and articulate communicator.\nAble to use initiative and adapt communication style to suit different audiences.\nUnderstands the importance of aligning personal and team goals with business objectives.Education & Background\n\nA university degree is preferred.\nExperience in a professional, legal, or financial environment is advantageous.\nFamiliarity with compliance databases and IT systems is desirable.\nOpen to graduate applicants seeking to build a career in risk and compliance.Working Arrangements\n\nHours: Monday to Friday, 9:30am - 5:30pm (with occasional early or late shifts: 8:00-16:00 or 11:00-19:00).\nHybrid Working: Minimum of 3 days per week in the Liverpool office