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We are currently recruiting for a brand-new Legal & Compliance Assistant vacancy, to work in the London office of our client, a highly regarded US law firm.All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity to work as part of their close-knit London team. The role offers excellent exposure, providing support to the firms compliance function, General Counsel and wider legal practice groups.The successful applicant will take ownership of all administrative compliance tasks and effectively communicate with various teams across the business. This is a crucial role and will ensure the firm upholds its ability to develop, coordinate and implement consistent best practice and standards.Typical responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Performing Customer Due Diligence (CDD) checks using internal software systemsPerforming anti-money laundering (AML) and sanctions screening checks using screening toolsAssisting with and organising CDD documents with the document management systemMaintaining various regulatory schedulesAssisting with ensuring full compliance with accredited trade associations, regulations and codes of practiceLiaising with and assisting the PA group on compliance queries/issuesWorking closely with the Tax team on regulationsWorking closely with the Legal Support function to ensure best practice in policy & procedure reviewsAssisting with auditor requestsAssisting with the administration of Pro Bono activitiesAssisting with the administration of the Firms trade membershipsWorking with finance colleagues to ensure compliance with client moniesWorking closely with new joining fee-earners regarding compliance induction trainingAssisting with ad-hoc project-based tasksThis is an excellent opportunity for a driven candidate to enjoy great exposure in a collaborative environment. Suitable applicants will be degree educated and have gained some prior compliance and administrative experience in a legal or professional services environment. A keen interest in a legal and compliance career is essential, as well as strong communication skills, attention to detail skills and a can-do attitude. A highly competitive salary of up to 35-40,000 is on offer, plus benefits, and 3:2 hybrid working arrangements are in place.Please do not delay in applying; applications are being welcomed now, in order for the interview process to commence ASAP.