AML and Conflicts Analyst (12 Month FTC)

Trowers & Hamlins is a City-led, international and national law firm with over 180 partners and 1000 staff. With offices across the UK, Middle East and Far East. Our global footprint is further enhanced by our strategic partnership with Interlaw which works to facilitate our management of multi-jurisdictional matters. We have leading practices in Corporate, Litigation, Tax, Banking and Finance, Real Estate and Private Wealth. We've always been proud of our natural commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and value the variety of our partnership. We are different and we believe it is our people that make us unique. We expect and respect that you and your talents are too. Our strategic direction is shaped by a desire to grow our business in a way that is responsible and sustainable and has the principles of ESG at its core, guiding the way we operate firmwide.

Join Trowers as an AML and Conflicts Analyst. This 12-month fixed-term contract offers an exciting opportunity to work in either Birmingham or Manchester, contributing to a centralised business intake team.

The Role

The AML and Conflicts Analyst will:

• Collect and review CDD for new clients and undertake CDD.
• Conduct in-depth research using company registries, corporate databases, and risk screening software.
• Provide guidance to fee-earners on source of funds for transactional matters.
• Carry out client and matter risk assessments on Intapp.
• Handle enquiries from fee earners and support staff, building strong rapport.
• Conduct and analyse potential conflicts of interest using conflicts database searches.
• Assess and communicate conflict search results to fee earners.
• Manage the resolution of conflict issues, escalating to senior analysts when necessary.

The Candidate

The ideal AML and Conflicts Analyst will have:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in legal compliance at an international law firm.
• Experience in AML and legal conflicts management.
• Proficiency in using Intapp Open.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in MS Office, with a willingness to learn new systems.
• A degree in Law, Risk Management, Economics, Politics, Business or related discipline.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an AML and Conflicts Analyst to join and make a significant impact. If you are looking to advance your career in legal compliance and work within a dynamic and inclusive team, apply now.

Our benefits include, an annual bonus scheme, GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva. We also offer Private Medical Insurance, (currently with Vitality Health) upon joining the firm, which include discounted gym memberships, free cinema tickets, health assessments and much more.

As part of our firm recruitment policy our candidates are subject to employment screening background checks. These checks include personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications and credit and criminal checks as appropriate.

Trowers & Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role and will be treated equally irrespective of Ethnicity, Gender (including Trans and non-binary) Race, Disability, Religion and sexual orientation.

If you require any further information on any of our vacancies or would like to discuss any adjustments or additional support that you might need either during the recruitment process or after the offer stage, please feel free to contact our recruitment team on recruit@trowers.com