Avantia Law
OUR FIRM
Avantia Law is leading the way in legal services innovation. Our team of talented lawyers, backed by AI, work with clients to deliver routine legal and compliance work fast and cost-efficiently.
We have experienced exceptional growth and success since our inception in 2019.
Our clients are sophisticated, high-calibre investment funds and asset managers. They expect a premium service – and we deliver. We have a proven track record in this, often winning new clients through referrals.
We are powered by AI, but committed to our people.
We have an office in London for those wishing to spend some portion of their working time with colleagues, but employees are equally welcome to work entirely remotely. We have a truly diverse workforce, with members of staff coming from all corners of the world!
THE ROLE
Avantia Law specialises in providing cutting-edge legal compliance solutions. We aim to empower our clients by identifying potential risks early on, thereby enabling informed deal decision-making and efficient due diligence processes.
We are seeking an Investment Compliance Analyst with a legal background (either a qualified lawyer or an experienced inhouse legal specialist) to join our dynamic team. This new role will be pivotal in enhancing our compliance & KYC service, ensuring rigorous compliance with regulatory standards and providing comprehensive deal risk assessments across various domains including sanctions, financial crime, ESG, and adverse media.
As our growth continues, there will be new and exciting opportunities to get involved and contribute to our continued evolution and success.
Joining our industry leading Investment Compliance practice, you will be responsible for:
Conducting comprehensive screening and performing in-depth checks on businesses and individuals against global databases. This includes (but not limited to) searching for sanctions hits & watchlists, PEP, adverse media and ESG.
Applying your legal expertise to interpret screening results, assess regulatory compliance, and identify potential risks and red flags.
Produce clear and concise risk summaries and scorecards, highlighting key findings and recommendations for further action.
Being the point of contact for client queries, managing their compliance processes end to end and to deadlines.
Working with other Avantia lawyers and analysts, reviewing the work of more junior team members and assisting with training when required.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
At Avantia, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace, and we firmly believe in equal opportunities for all. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences that each individual brings to our team. We embrace diversity in all its forms. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their best work. Our hiring process is merit-based, and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We encourage you to communicate any reasonable accommodations you may need during the recruitment process and future employment. Please let your Talent team contact know ahead of any interview, we will be happy to suggest or confidentially discuss reasonable adjustments.
Requirements
Legal background: either a qualified lawyer or inhouse legal compliance specialist
2+ years experience in a KYC/ AML/ Risk/ Compliance team/ practice. Lawyers from a broader corporate or transactional practice with an interest in deal compliance are also encouraged to apply
Experience representing asset management, investment banking or other FS clients highly desirable
Ability to analyse complex data and information to identify potential risks and provide actionable recommendations
Strong commercial awareness with a solutions-first approach and strong attention to detail
Happy working to strict turnaround times and deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and effectively
Benefits
25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays + 1 Day off for your birthday
Remote first (anywhere in the UK) or choose to work from our lovely London Bridge office.
Private healthcare or the option to use the budget to be reimbursed for other wellness activities of your choice
Annual subscription to your choice of Calm or Headspace
Early finish Fridays in the summer
Pension scheme (enhanced after 1 year service)
Enhanced family friendly policies after 1 year
Avantia Law
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