Compliance Analyst

We are seeking a Compliance Analyst to join our global Compliance team. This role supports new client onboarding, ongoing monitoring of existing clients, and risk-based reviews across a diverse global client base.

Responsibilities

• Review New Business Intake forms to ensure compliance with firm policies and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct client due diligence reviews for new and existing clients, including clients requiring enhanced due diligence.
• Research and analyze information from public sources, including company registries, stock exchanges, regulatory bodies, and external databases.
• Review client ownership structures, business activities, and other relevant information to assess risk and support compliance requirements.
• Conduct screening of clients, directors, and shareholders to identify politically exposed persons, sanctions concerns, criminal activity, and adverse press.
• Assess client risk and escalate concerns, findings, or potential issues as appropriate.
• Perform ongoing monitoring and periodic reviews of existing clients to ensure due diligence records remain accurate and current.
• Liaise with legal staff, support staff, research teams, and clients to obtain and verify required documentation and information.
• Document due diligence findings and risk assessments in a clear, concise, and well-supported manner.
• Review adverse press results and determine whether escalation or additional review is required.
• Maintain accurate client information within firm systems and databases.
• Provide guidance to partners, fee earners, and business services professionals regarding AML and client due diligence requirements.
• Review work completed by Compliance Assistants and Junior Compliance Analysts and provide coaching and support as needed.
• Participate in and lead departmental projects, process improvements, and team initiatives.
• Deliver presentations and knowledge-sharing sessions on compliance-related topics.
• Assist team members with complex client reviews, investigations, and compliance questions.
• Lead discussions regarding compliance requirements with senior stakeholders, including General Counsel representatives where appropriate.
• Handle sensitive and high-pressure situations with professionalism, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented approach.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience conducting AML, client due diligence, risk assessment, or compliance reviews.
• Experience within a law firm, professional services environment, financial institution, or other regulated industry preferred.
• Experience reviewing complex ownership structures, adverse press, sanctions screening results, and higher-risk clients preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred, particularly in a field emphasizing research, analysis, and critical thinking.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of AML regulations, client due diligence requirements, and risk-based review processes.
• Exceptional analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information.
• Strong organizational skills and commitment to delivering high-quality internal client service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Schedule

Core hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., including one hour for lunch.

Pay

In Denver, the expected base salary range for this role is $48,000 - $59,900 per year. This range reflects a good-faith estimate of pay at the time of posting; the actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as the candidate’s qualifications. This position is eligible for additional forms of compensation, which may include annual discretionary bonuses.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k)-retirement plan.
• Paid time off.