Risk & Compliance Analyst (Legal) | UK-Based International Law Firm | Fully Remote (South Africa)

Introduction

A prestigious UK-based International Law Firm is seeking a Risk & Compliance Analyst (Legal) to join its global compliance team. This is a full-time fully remote opportunity open to South African-qualified lawyers or law graduates who are detail-oriented analytical and eager to develop their expertise in legal risk anti-money laundering (AML) sanctions and client due diligence within an international legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and respond to conflicts of interest AML sanctions and risk assessment queries in the client and matter management system.
• Review and verify new client and matter intake forms ensuring accuracy completeness and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Conduct client due diligence (CDD) including verification of identity beneficial ownership and source of funds / wealth.
• Perform PEP sanctions and adverse media screening analysing results and escalating high-risk matters to the MLRO or Senior Risk & Compliance Manager.
• Draft and maintain risk assessments applying appropriate risk ratings.
• Analyse conflict check reports and liaise with partners fee earners and business support teams to resolve compliance queries.
• Ensure timely completion of client onboarding and compliance checks maintaining accurate records in the firm’s case management system.
• Conduct spot checks audits and monitoring of client files to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Support the Senior Risk & Compliance Manager with projects process improvements and implementation of new regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance and support to lawyers and business teams on client care risk management and compliance obligations.

Requirements

• LLB degree (minimum 70% average) – essential.
• Admitted attorney advantageous
• Minimum 1–2 years’ experience within a law firm environment – essential.
• Previous experience in a Risk Compliance or AML function within a professional services or legal setting – highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of client onboarding AML/KYC sanctions screening and conflict checking processes.
• Excellent analytical drafting and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail accuracy and ability to handle multiple high-volume tasks under pressure.
• Confident communicator with the ability to liaise effectively at all levels across international offices.
• Proactive organised and self-motivated able to work independently within a remote high-performing team.
• Proficiency in case management systems data analysis tools and Microsoft Office Suite.

Remuneration

Competitive Market Related Salary

Interested

Why Join

• Join a renowned international law firm known for its excellence integrity and innovation.
• Work remotely from South Africa with global exposure to complex cross-border compliance matters.
• Be part of a supportive professional and collaborative global Risk & Compliance team.
• Contribute to the firm’s mission to uphold the highest standards of legal ethics regulatory compliance and client service.

If you are a legally qualified professional with a strong academic background and a passion for compliance client due diligence and risk management — this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career with a leading international law firm.

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