Senior Anti-Money Laundering Analyst

Job description

Senior Anti Money Laundering Analyst (Client Risk & Onboarding)

Leeds | Manchester | Glasgow (Hybrid)

Be the person that protects the business while enabling it to grow.

An international law firm is looking for a Senior Anti Money Laundering Analyst to join its client risk and onboarding function, a team that sits at the centre of every new client relationship.

This isn’t just compliance, It’s about making smart, risk-based decisions in real time, supporting lawyers on complex matters, and helping the firm move forward with confidence.

Why this role is interesting

You’ll work on complex, high-risk client scenarios across multiple jurisdictions

You’ll partner directly with lawyers and senior stakeholders across the firm

You’ll play a key role in protecting the firm’s reputation and regulatory position

You’ll gain exposure to international AML and sanctions frameworks

You’ll mentor others and help shape best practice across the team

What you’ll be doing

Leading AML/CDD reviews across a wide range of client types and risk profiles

Investigating complex ownership structures, PEP exposure and high-risk jurisdictions

Advising lawyers on AML requirements, onboarding strategy and risk considerations

Supporting high-risk and sensitive matters, including potential escalation scenarios

Coaching junior analysts and contributing to overall team capability

Managing workflow to ensure deadlines and service levels are met

Supporting process improvements, guidance updates and regulatory alignment

Analysing sanctions alerts and identifying potential reputational risks

What we’re looking for

Experience in financial crime, AML or client onboarding within legal or professional services

Strong understanding of AML regulations and a risk-based approach

Confidence analysing complex information and making informed decisions

Ability to build credibility with stakeholders across all levels

Someone who enjoys problem-solving and working in a fast-paced environment

A team player who is equally comfortable mentoring others

This is an opportunity to join a well-established, high-performing risk team within an international law firm, where your work directly influences how and where the business operates.

If you enjoy the balance of technical expertise, commercial awareness and real-world impact, this role offers all three.

Locations: Leeds, Manchester or Glasgow (hybrid working)

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater Leeds Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English