Client On-boarding Support

Client Onboarding Executive

• Location: Wimbledon
• Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Join a well-established and highly regarded legal practice in Wimbledon, Merton as a Client Onboarding Executive. This role is perfect for a compliance-focused professional with experience in Client Due Diligence (CDD) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) processes, offering a supportive and professional environment to develop your career.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Conduct detailed CDD and AML checks for new and existing clients.
• Assess client risk profiles and identify potential compliance concerns.
• Verify client documentation and ensure records remain accurate and up to date.
• Investigate client backgrounds, ownership structures, and business activities.
• Escalate high-risk or suspicious matters to the appropriate compliance team.
• Support the implementation and enhancement of AML policies, procedures, and controls in line with UK regulations.
• Assist in developing clearer and more robust onboarding processes.
• Monitor and report unusual activity that may indicate potential money laundering or fraud.
• Keep up to date with changes in AML legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients throughout the onboarding process.
• Guide clients through AML and CDD requirements and respond to related queries.
• Maintain accurate compliance records for reporting and audit purposes.
• Prepare compliance reports for senior stakeholders and compliance teams as required.
• Work closely with compliance and risk teams to promote best practice across the business.
• Promote effective file management and administrative standards.
• Undertake additional duties as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in client onboarding, CDD, and AML.
• Strong understanding of AML regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding client service and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Professional and courteous communication style.
• Positive and proactive approach to work.
• Commitment to maintaining compliance and regulatory standards at all times.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with annual salary review and bonus scheme.
• Employer pension contribution and Death in Service benefit.
• Interest-free season ticket loan and paid professional memberships.
• Private medical cover, life assurance, and company sick pay.
• Cycle to Work scheme and Employee Assistance Programme.
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Enhanced family-friendly benefits, sabbatical opportunities, and study leave.
• Annual performance reviews with personal development and career progression plans.
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities.

Apply Now

If you have experience in client onboarding, AML and compliance and are looking to join a respected and growing legal organisation, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please submit your CV for consideration.