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Client Onboarding Assistant – Elite US Law Firm – Holborn / Chancery Lane

  • Job Type :

    Permanent

    Full-Time

  • Salary : To £44,000

Client Onboarding Assistant

Our elite US law firm client is seeking a Client Onboarding Assistant who is committed to staying informed about industry AML regulations and firm policies that impact client onboarding – the successful candidate will work closely with Partners and their PAs, requiring a high level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.

  • Salary to £44,000
  • 09:00-17:00 (Monday-Friday)
  • Hybrid working – 3 days in the office / 2 days WFH
  • Fantastic employee benefits & office perks
  • Holborn / Chancery Lane

Key Responsibilities of the Client Onboarding Assistant:

  • Carry out client due diligence (CDD) checks for new clients in line with AML and firm requirements.
  • Request and review KYC (Know Your Client) documents from clients as part of the onboarding process.
  • Complete onboarding forms accurately and comprehensively.
  • Submit new matter requests to the intake team once CDD checks are completed.
  • Follow up with the Partners and Legal PAs to ensure onboarding is completed smoothly and on time.
  • Liaise with fee earners and support staff to resolve any queries or issues during the onboarding process.
  • Communicate professionally with clients to request additional information or documentation as needed.

Skills & Requirements of the Client Onboarding Assistant:

  • Previous experience in a compliance, risk, or administrative role within a law firm is essential.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Experience with client onboarding systems and case management platforms.
  • Familiarity with sanctions screening tools and databases (World-Check, Dow Jones, or similar).
  • Ability to navigate online research platforms for due diligence purposes.

Damian Larbey

Director

dlarbey@larbeyevans.com020 7073 7812View My Profile

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