AML Risk & Compliance Analyst

Skills & Experience:

Required:

• Knowledge of relevant AML legislation and guidance.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience of performing CDD checks on entities and individuals (preferably in a law firm)
• Educated to a degree level or equivalent (LLB preferred, England & Wales or equivalent jurisdiction).
• A high standard of oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Strong research skills, including via internet, databases and other sources.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust to changing priorities in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Willingness and ability to assume new tasks and responsibilities.
• Strong service orientation and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with attorneys, secretaries and peers.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• May be required to work outside of regular business hours.
• Commitment to the office and Firm, including adherence to required in‑office attendance expectations.

Competencies:

• Ability to think critically in analysing and solving problems.
• Good presence and ability to work well with all personnel.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Reliable and cooperative manner.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks while maintaining confidentiality.
• The ability to independently assess client needs and to develop appropriate responsive solutions.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively and to foster a culture of team work.
• A keen interest in and commitment to keeping up to date with relevant technology, products and services and developing professionally.
• Maintaining awareness of global current affairs and developments impacting AML and sanctions risk.
• The aptitude and confidence to challenge and change existing practices, adopt innovative approaches and drive these forward through to implementation.
• The ability to forge effective working relationships and to influence at a senior level.
• Ability to organise and prioritise work assignments, as well as delegate tasks to support departments when necessary.
• Possess excellent written, communication and proofreading skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to function in a professional and polite manner.
• Committed and punctual.
• Professional in approach and able to deal with staff at all levels.
• Service delivery focused with ability to recognise pressure points and to offer assistance where needed.
• Confident and demonstrates the ability to command respect.
• Organised and efficient - able to prioritise and manage own workload and work without supervision.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic to lead by example.
• Team player.
• Proactive.
• Ability to embrace organisational change.
• Ability to deal with confidential situations with tact, diplomacy and discretion.

Reporting to this position: No direct reports.

Cooley offers an excellent benefits package and competitive compensation including:

• Enhanced family leave

• Health and dental insurance

• Group income protection

• Life assurance

• Pension

• Fertility benefits

• Wellness programs

• Employee discounts including a fitness and nutrition allowance

• And more!

A comprehensive benefits brochure will be provided to all candidates during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We strive to create an inclusive and rewarding environment that allows our people to thrive both professionally and personally.  In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at the Firm will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. The Firm does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, promotion, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Cooley (UK) LLP is dedicated to making our recruitment practices and candidate interviews inclusive and accessible for everyone. If you have a medical condition, disability or are neurodivergent and require reasonable accommodations, adjustments or support during your interview process, please contact LNHR@cooley.com. We assure you all requests will be treated with sensitivity and strict confidentiality, and they will not affect your potential employment with Cooley (UK) LLP.