Risk and Compliance Analyst

  • Southampton
  • from £30,000 to £40,000
  • Permanent

Are you ready to take the next step in your risk and compliance career within a fast-paced, ambitious law firm?

Our client, a Top 100 law firm, are looking for a Risk and Compliance Analyst to join their team. Providing first-line support on a range of risk and compliance matters. Your primary focus will be on Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Financial Crime, Sanctions, and Conflicts of Interest.

About the Role

  • Responding to queries from legal teams regarding the firm’s risk management policies and procedures
  • Providing guidance on AML/Financial Crime and Sanctions compliance
  • Reviewing matter files and applying the SRA Code of Conduct to assess potential conflicts of interest
  • Escalating complex matters to senior colleagues as appropriate
  • Supporting legal teams with onboarding systems and helping them interpret search results effectively
  • Gathering and reviewing information for internal and external audits and supporting projects such as Lexcel accreditation and systems implementations
  • Assisting with the creation and updating of internal compliance policies and communications
  • Contributing to an innovative, collaborative, and solutions-focused team environment

About You

  • Experience working in a risk, compliance, or client onboarding team within a law firm
  • Strong understanding of the SRA Code of Conduct and Money Laundering Regulations
  • Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
  • A collaborative, proactive attitude with the flexibility to support both routine tasks and new challenges
  • Strong organisational skills to juggle long-term projects and day-to-day queries
  • Research and reporting capabilities
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel in particular), and a willingness to learn new systems
  • Familiarity with CreditSafe or Peppermint conflict checker is an advantage

Why Join?

  • A clear growth strategy offering long-term career development opportunities
  • A dynamic and varied client base – from startups to major household names
  • A values-led culture that emphasises inclusion, collaboration, and being refreshingly human
  • Strong social responsibility and sustainability initiatives
  • High-quality training and development tailored to your goals

If you’re ready to join a business that values innovation, ambition, and people-focused success, we’d love to hear from you.

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