Risk & Compliance Assistant

Risk & Compliance Assistant

Larbey Evans is partnering with a US powerhouse litigation law firm to recruit a Risk & Compliance Assistant on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract.

• Salary to £55,000
• 12-month fixed-term contract
• 09:30-17:30 working hours and hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)
• Competitive employee benefits on offer to include 25 days’ annual leave, gym / fitness membership contributions and wellbeing packages etc.!

The successful candidate will report to the London Office Manager, COLP, COFA, and MLRO, supporting various regulatory and legal compliance matters, including AML and SRA's OFR regime.

Risk & Compliance Assistant Key Responsibilities:

• Provide admin support to COLP, COFA, MLRO, arrange meetings, manage follow-ups and quarterly / monthly checks, and aid in external audits and file reviews
• Conduct and compile full KYC checks for new clients, including engagement letters, New Business Memos, and background screening
• Advise internal teams on AML and complex onboarding issues involving sanctions, PEPs, and adverse media
• Ensure proper matter opening and maintenance in coordination with the finance team
• Maintain the Risk Register, conducts risk assessments, design AML controls, and support updates to compliance procedures in line with regulatory changes
• Manage Companies House records and risk documentation and provide compliance guidance to the US for UK specific regulations

Risk & Compliance Assistant Skills & Requirements:

• 2+ years of related Risk and Compliance experience in a Law Firm
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to organise and prioritise under multiple assignments
• Excellent personal computer skills and knowledge of Windows-based software, Microsoft Word, and email
• Working knowledge of spreadsheet database and presentation software essential