Compliance Officer, Law​/Legal

Risk & Compliance Advisor

Glasgow (Hybrid)

Full-time - 9am–5pm

We’re working with a leading Scottish law firm looking for someone to join their close knit growing compliance function.

This is a hands‑on role that sits at the heart of the firm’s business acceptance and risk management function. You’ll be advising partners and fee‑earners on AML, sanctions, conflicts, and broader financial crime risks, helping the firm take on work confidently while meeting top tier regulatory standards.

• Conduct customer due diligence (CDD) and AML reviews for new and existing clients and matters
• Assess AML, bribery, sanctions, reputational, sectoral, and jurisdictional risks
• Review and verify identity documentation in line with AML legislation and firm policy
• Prepare detailed written risk assessments, including analysis aligned to FATF typologies
• Draft escalations to the MLRO and Compliance leadership, including legal and regulatory analysis
• Support ongoing monitoring and periodic file reviews
• Manage online client verification processes (e.g. Amiqus) and progress new business instructions
• Advise matter teams on risk mitigation, clearance conditions, and ongoing compliance obligations
• Respond to AML and conflicts queries, liaising directly with partners on complex issues
• Identify and resolve conflicts of interest and confidentiality issues
• Support AML investigations and assist with SAR preparation
• Deliver AML and compliance training across the firm
• Contribute to compliance projects, system improvements, and policy development

• 3+ years experience AML and conflicts within law firm
• Solid understanding of UK AML regulations, sanctions regimes, and financial crime risks
• Experience dealing with high-risk jurisdictions, PEPs, and complex ownership structures
• Confident handling low to medium complexity matters independently, with exposure to more complex cases
• Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and providing clear, practical advice

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working (3 days in office!)
• Supportive environment
• Opportunity for internal progression
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Private healthcare
• Great company wide benefits

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