Risk and Compliance Officer

A leading international law firm is seeking a Risk & Compliance Officer to join its London-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Risk & Compliance Officer looking to build their career in a highly regarded global firm with a strong reputation across sectors including shipping, energy, insurance and construction.

The successful Risk & Compliance Officer will play a key role in supporting the firm's risk and compliance function, with a focus on client onboarding, regulatory compliance and conflict management. This position offers exposure to complex, high-quality work and the chance to collaborate with colleagues across multiple international offices.

The role

As a Risk & Compliance Officer, your responsibilities will include:

• assisting with the onboarding of new clients and matters, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and firm policies
• conducting client due diligence, including KYC checks, AML reviews and sanctions screening
• supporting conflict checks and the setup of information barriers
• maintaining accurate and up-to-date matter information
• monitoring client risk profiles and escalating any concerns appropriately
• assisting with compliance reporting and audit preparation
• supporting the wider business with regulatory queries and best practice guidance

About you

To be considered for this Risk & Compliance Officer role, you will ideally have:

• at least two years' experience in a compliance role within a regulated environment, ideally a law firm
• strong AML and regulatory compliance knowledge
• excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders across the business
• strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving

What's on offer

• opportunity to join a globally recognised law firm
• exposure to high-quality, complex compliance work
• supportive team environment with clear development opportunities
• hybrid working model with a London base

If you are a motivated Risk & Compliance Officer looking for your next step in a dynamic and international environment, this could be the ideal move. The firm is keen to appoint a Risk & Compliance Officer who is detail-driven, collaborative and eager to contribute to a high-performing team.