Business Acceptance Analyst, Casual (2-3 days) – Expressions of Interest
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Expressions of interest are open for a casual Business Acceptance Analyst to join our team in Sydney.
This role is 2-3 days per week & has a Jan / Feb start date.
In this role, you'll be responsible for screening new clients, suppliers, lateral hires, and business partners, conducting searches across external databases and internal firm systems.
You'll review, interpret, and summarise findings to proactively identify and mitigate potential legal, commercial, and reputational risks.
As part of our evolving client screening program, you'll also perform due diligence research and conduct central checks against sanctions and politically exposed persons (PEP) lists.
This role involves daily collaboration with internal stakeholders at all levels, including the Risk team, senior management, and legal practitioners.
Responsibilities
Clarify fee earner requests and seek additional information if needed.
Conduct corporate research using external sources and internal databases.
Analyse data to identify potential conflicts under professional conduct rules and risk protocols.
Review documents submitted for new client and matter intake.
Assess conflicts and AML risks, escalating findings as required.
Consult with fee earners to obtain missing documentation.
Prepare and deliver accurate reports to partners and legal staff.
Perform ongoing reviews of medium- and high-risk clients.
Log and file conflict waivers.
Perform preliminary ad hoc searches in line with set service standards.
Assist with updating black book entries and managing information barriers.
Support firmwide data maintenance, conflicts projects, and Risk team initiatives.
Skills & Experience
Preferably studying or have completed a Law Degree.
Experience working in a law firm / corporate environment.
Conflicts and anti-money laundering screening experience, preferably acquired in a law firm (desired but not essential).
Experience with intake and screening software, including CMS / Aderant, inTapp, Orbis and Moody's GRID.
Understanding of confidentiality, the Australian Solicitors' Conduct Rules, and the anti-money laundering regulations.
Sound judgement on when to elevate potential issues.
Culture & Benefits
Hybrid work :work flexibly between home and the office with the freedom to choose the location that is best for you, your clients, and your team.
Additional leave :take a moment to stop, reflect and re-energise each year with up to five weeks of paid annual leave plus an annual wellness day.
Home office, fitness & wellness allowance :enjoy the flexibility to fit out your home office or support your health and wellbeing with an annual $250 allowance.
Tech discounts :access corporate discounts on DELL computer products to have the latest personal gadgets at your disposal.
How to apply
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Lander & Rogers is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and inclusion.
We conduct background checks including criminal record checks on all successful candidates as a condition of employment.
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