AML Analyst

Company Description

Who we are

We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm’s global standards with in-depth local expertise.

Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating - full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That’s why we’re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.

You’ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they’ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that’s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you’ll find across all of our teams.

Whichever area of the business you join, you’ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.

Job Description

The role

The AML Analyst will be a member of the Client Acceptance Team within the Clearance Centre and will be responsible for the day to-day assessment of new and existing clients of the firm.

The AML analyst will be responsible for ensuring that Client Due Diligence is conducted on all new clients in accordance with the firm's policy and any applicable legislation, this includes completion of an AML risk assessment.

Key Responsibilities

The role includes the following responsibilities:

• Assessing the risk profile of new and existing clients;

• Determining the nature and level of client due diligence required for anti-money laundering compliance purposes;

• Assessing the overall suitability of a client for the firm, having regard to regulatory, reputational and commercial considerations;

• Monitoring existing clients and updating relevant details;

• Liaising with partners and lawyers throughout the Firm where appropriate;

• Working closely with other teams within the Firm to ensure that the Clearance Centre is responsive to the needs of partners/lawyers and the firm's clients.

Qualifications

Your experience

• Experienced in compliance, ideally gained in a leading international law practice.

• Proven ability to solve problems in a methodical, practical way and provide solutions to client issues.

• Knowledge of applicable anti-money laundering regulations.

• Educated to degree level.

• Attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to exercise initiative.

• Ability to communicate effectively with all members of the Firm.

• Responsive to the demands of lawyers and the ability to work under pressure.

• Knowledge of computer systems including Windows-based pc software and database experience.

• Ability to adapt to new processes and technology.

Additional Information

Equal opportunities statement

At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society. 

We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.

We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.

Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm. 

Find out more about our inclusive culture here.