Compliance Assistant

Compliance Assistant Location: Birmingham (Office Based) Our client, a well-established and respected legal firm based in Birmingham, is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Compliance Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with experience in AML (Anti-Money Laundering), KYC (Know Your Customer), client onboarding, or compliance administration to play a key role in ensuring an efficient and compliant client onboarding process. The successful candidate will take ownership of new client and matter onboarding, ensuring all regulatory, risk, and compliance requirements are met while delivering a professional and efficient service to both clients and internal stakeholders. Key ResponsibilitiesSupport fee earners and internal teams with client onboarding and new matter creation.Conduct comprehensive conflict checks in line with firm policies and regulatory requirements.Complete AML, KYC, ID verification, and due diligence checks for individuals, companies, trusts, and other entities.Carry out national and international searches as part of the client onboarding process.Accurately create and maintain client and entity records within the firm''s Case Management System.Ensure all compliance documentation is obtained, reviewed, and recorded appropriately.Monitor onboarding workflows, proactively chasing outstanding information and actions to ensure deadlines are met.Respond to internal and external queries relating to onboarding and ..... full job details .....