The role will focus on managing the risks associated with new clients and matters, including conflicts, customer due diligence, sanctions, reputational risk and the use of client account. You will work closely with partners, fee-earners and colleagues across the firm, providing practical and commercially focused advice.

Responsibilities will include conducting and analysing conflict searches, identifying potential conflicts and confidentiality issues, and advising on the steps required to resolve or escalate them.

You will undertake customer due diligence on new and existing clients, reviewing complex ownership structures, trusts and special purpose vehicles, and assessing source of wealth and source of funds. You will determine whether standard or enhanced due diligence is required, review supporting documentation and approve or escalate new matters as appropriate.