Jobs in London - TKYC Analyst • South East London

Company: Avantia Law

South East London

As a Transactional KYC Analyst, you will be responsible for conducting Know Your Customer (KYC) reviews and due diligence on new and existing clients, particularly focusing on complex asset management entities. You will support the firm's onboarding processes and ensure all client relationships and transactions comply with AML/CTF regulations, internal policies, and jurisdictional requirements.Work closely with private equity deal teams to understand transaction structuresIdentify transaction counterparties and carrying out risk analysis with a focus on money laundering, bribery and corruption, financial crime and reputational riskLiaising with deal team, legal and compliance and relevant counterparties to obtain key materialsReviewing ownership and control structure for counterparties, including fund structures, SPVs, partnerships, trusts, and other complex entities common in asset management.Collaborate with client's Legal and Compliance teams to ensure their deals are compliant with relevant regulatory requirements and internal policiesRequirementsEssential:Relevant experience, working as a legal sector role, internship or post graduate job.Knowledge of legal administration, document drafting, legal compliance and regulatory compliance.High level of attention to detail and analytical ability.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.Passionate about a career working in the legal sector as a lawyer.Preferred:Legal or compliance background within a law firm or legal services provider.Experience with KYC tools and screening platforms (e.g., WorldCheck, Refinitiv, RDC, or similar).Knowledge of fund structures and offshore jurisdictions (e.g., Cayman, Luxembourg).Paralegal experience QualificationsDegree in Law or a related subject area.Professional certifications such as ICA, ACAMS, or equivalent are a plus.Benefits25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays An additional day off for your birthdayComprehensive Private Healthcare and lots of lifestyle perks with Vitality (medical history disregarded)Early finish Fridays in the summer Life AssurancePension scheme, enhanced after 1 year serviceEnhanced family friendly policies after 1 year serviceOption to work from abroad for a max of 1 month per year (subject to policy & approval)