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Analyst, Anti-Money Laundering
Law
Description & Requirements
Role Purpose
To undertake Anti-Money Laundering (AML) processes, such as Client Due Diligence (CDD), Risk Assessments, Monitoring, and Reporting. The role requires risk-based analysis, decision-making, and proactive collection and validation of information needed to support timely client onboarding and matter processing in line with regulatory requirements. The role-holder will be responsible for client onboarding and matter processing, conducting periodic reviews, and assisting Management with other AML/Compliance activities as required.
Main Responsibilities
- Review and assess the AML and reputational risk associated with a new client and matter requests
- Interact with Partners and Fee Earners to collect mandatory documentation required to complete CDD successfully, review and verify documentation received
- Perform client due diligence and screening for PEPs, Sanctions, Adverse Media, etc., utilizing several trusted industry sources
- Disposition screening alerts, determining true or false matches, and escalating if required
- Thoroughly document research and analysis completed on clients and/or matters in a manner suitable for review by internal and external stakeholders, e.g., Regulators, Audit, and AML Compliance managers
- Perform and review client and matter risk assessments and make risk-based decisions based on the analysis undertaken
- Complete appropriate research to obtain a good understanding of a client’s business and related parties to monitor the client’s activities for unusual transactions
- Provide AML advice and support to internal stakeholders: Partners, Fee Earners, and PAs
- Perform investigations where there are ML/CTF suspicions regarding clients and/or matters and escalate findings clearly and concisely for internal review by the AML Compliance Manager, Money Laundering Compliance Officer (MLCO), and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)
- Manage relationships with key internal stakeholders: Partners, Fee Earners, PAs, Matter Management, New Business Intake, AML Compliance Manager, MLCO, and MLRO
- Act as a point of contact for the Firm's central New Business Intake team and other internal teams to resolve challenges with matter opening, timely and efficient
- Periodically evaluate existing clients working with Partners and Fee Earners to keep CDD and risk assessments on client files up-to-date
- Assist with any other AML Compliance-related matters or projects as identified and assigned by the AML Compliance Manager
Technical skills, qualifications and experience
- A bachelor's degree is required (2:1 or above preferred)
- Law degree / Legal Practice Course (LPC) preferred
- Strong understanding of AML/ Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) requirements and financial crime risks associated with the range of services in the legal industry
- Relevant AML experience, preferably in an international law firm
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Experience with AML/KYC/Due Diligence processes and systems
- Experience with AML monitoring and screening
- Able to manage processes efficiently, with accuracy and attention to detail
- A recognized AML/Compliance qualification is desirable, but not essential
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
- Strong decision-making capabilities
- Team player adaptable to a fast-paced and changing environment
- Good planning, time management, and prioritization skills
- Able to work independently and also to liaise with other departments
- Must have good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and other Productivity Tools (Intapp knowledge is an advantage)
Personal qualities
These personal qualities represent the shared characteristics of high performers across Baker McKenzie, regardless of job level and location.
Know-how
- Demonstrates the ability to identify the real issue, and to anticipate requirements and potential consequences; distills a range of possibilities by thinking in a considered, prudent manner
- Has the capacity to take on new ideas and develop knowledge, and think holistically about business and address media, analyst, employee, and client audiences
- Able to move through a variety of tasks requiring different approaches, knowledge, and expertise, with the agility of mind and capacity for analysis and synthesis
Dedication
- Driven by a strong personal sense of integrity and upholds exemplary quality standards
- Prepares thoroughly, takes responsibility, uses initiative, and is self-reliant to ensure work progresses to the fullest extent possible
- Hardworking and diligent with a keen understanding of client demands
- Demonstrates composure when dealing with difficult situations
Personal impact
- Uses complex, coordinated influencing/negotiation strategies, adapted to people, organizations, and/or the situation, e.g. networks
- Leverages direct reports to facilitate increased collaboration across the organization
- Builds partnerships based on a common agreement that acknowledges individual differences but creates a new commonality beyond root belief, large-scale
- Creates a positive impression at all times; develops relationships through collaboration and reciprocity
- Negotiates to achieve mutually satisfactory outcomes; shows good judgment on when to stand strong and when to compromise
- Invests in, nurtures, and builds a network of productive relationships
Humanity
- Respectful to others, regardless of their position, and earns the respect of others by being transparent
- Has care and concern for others and a genuine interest in others as people
- Treats delicate or confidential issues with discretion
About us
Baker McKenzie empowers clients to compete in the global economy. We provide comprehensive and practical legal advice that cuts through complexity with clear, actionable guidance. Our people represent diverse cultures and jurisdictions, combining local know-how with international expertise to ensure your business thrives across borders.
Additional Information
Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We encourage the best people - regardless of race, religion or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age - to fulfill their professional aspirations with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates.
To Apply: At Baker McKenzie, we welcome direct applications.
Please click on the Apply icon to start the online application process for this role. We will then be in touch with you once we have reviewed your application. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the Recruitment Team on either 020 7919 1000 or Recruitment.London@bakermckenzie.com.
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For more information about this position or to discuss any adjustments you may require during the process, please contact in confidence, Hannah Ritchie, EMEA Recruitment Manager, Business Professionals, at Hannah.Ritchie@bakermckenzie.com
Requisition ID: 3291
Posting Date: 03-Aug-2026
Location Type: Office/Onsite
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time