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Compliance Analyst - Top 100 Law firm

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Posted 19 hours ago, valid for 2 days
Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A Compliance Analyst position is available at a top 100 full-service law firm in Manchester, requiring 1-2 years of experience in a similar role, though previous experience is not essential.
  • The role involves supporting the Risk & Compliance function, conducting file reviews, handling compliance queries, and assisting with client onboarding and regulatory records.
  • Candidates should have knowledge of AML, KYC, and Client Due Diligence, along with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • The salary for this position is competitive and comes with excellent benefits including 25 days of annual leave, private medical insurance, and a robust pension scheme.
  • This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in legal compliance within a supportive and progressive environment.
Compliance Analyst Manchester (4 days in office)We're working with a long standing client, a brilliant top 100 full-service law firm looking to add a Compliance Analyst to their growing compliance function. Joining a well established close-knit compliance team, where you will support with client onboarding.Great opportunity for someone with exposure into the legal world, some understanding of AML, KYC, Client Due Diligence. You will have a great opportunity to kick start a long term career in compliance, learning from key leaders in the compliance world.About the RoleYou will support the day-to-day operations of the Risk & Compliance function, assisting with file reviews, regulatory reporting, staff training, client due diligence, and data protection. Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct procedural file reviews across all departments of the firm.
  • Monitor and act upon alerts from compliance tools such as SmartSearch.
  • Handle compliance queries from staff via email and phone.
  • Maintain regulatory records through mySRA and support practising certificate renewals.
  • Coordinate new starter onboarding from a regulatory perspective, including checks and training.
  • Update internal registers (e.g. staff lists, breach logs).
  • Deliver internal training sessions to team members and staff on compliance topics.
  • Support the Data Protection Lead in responding to data breach incidents.
  • Assist in preparation for external accreditations such as Lexcel and CQS.
  • Carry out legal and regulatory research as required.
  • Review referral agreements in collaboration with the Client Services Team.
  • Provide ad hoc support to the wider Risk & Compliance function.
About you?
  • Knowledge of CDD, Source of Wealth/Funds, and AML (Within a Law Firm)
  • Strong interest in compliance, regulatory matters, and legal risk management.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organisational abilities.
  • Able to manage tasks independently and handle multiple responsibilities.
  • Previous experience in a similar role is an advantage but not essential.
What's in it for you?This role offers excellent opportunity to progress in a well-established, forward-thinking law firm. With full training, professional development, and structured career progression, this is an ideal entry-level opportunity for someone serious about building a long-term career in legal compliance.Joining a fast-paced, busy compliance team you will have the opportunity to work in a generalist role and progress really quickly.
  • A minimum of 25 days’ annual leave (plus extra over Christmas)
  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Private medical insurance and income protection (with options to extend to family)
  • Life insurance (3x salary)
  • Travel insurance and interest-free travel/parking loans
  • Charitable leave and a range of internal sports, social and wellness initiatives
  • Mental health and wellbeing support through EAP and trained in-house First Aiders
Interested?Looking for an opportunity to kick start your career in compliance?Reach out for a confidential converation.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.