What You Will Gain <ul><li>You can look forward to a varied range of tasks and flat hierarchies</li><li>You’ll work independently in an innovative and open-minded environment</li><li>You’ll become part of a team where mutual support and a friendly atmosphere are the norm Personal development through feedback sessions, workshops and a personal development budget</li><li>As well as an attractive salary package and the Deutschlandticket, you can look forward to further benefits in our modern office environment</li><li>Flexible working hours and the option of fixed days working from home are standard practice for us</li><li>After your probationary period, we’ll provide you with a budget to set up an ergonomic workspace at home</li><li>To help you relax, we offer 30 days’ holiday for full-time employees</li><li>You’ll also benefit from our corporate benefits programme, giving you access to numerous discounts and vouchers</li><li>Regular get-togethers with colleagues, e.g. after-work drinks and the summer and Christmas parties</li></ul> Your Role We are currently seeking a Client Onboarding Officer (m/f/d) in Berlin or Hamburg to join our team Risk & Compliance on a full-time, on a fixed-term contract, effective immediately. We are looking for a candidate who is already competent in both Conflicts of Interest and AML/CDD. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to analyse complex corporate structures, identify regulatory risks, and apply judgment to maintain an excellent onboarding function. Key Responsibilities Conflicts Clearance <ul><li>Analyse complex conflict check results generated by the firm’s systems (Intapp), differentiating between administrative "false positives" and genuine legal or commercial conflicts.</li><li>Investigate corporate relationships to determine if a conflict exists, utilizing internal databases and external corporate intelligence tools.</li><li>Identify potential conflicts and escalate where necessary, liaising directly with stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently.</li><li>Maintain clear and auditable records of all conflict clearance activity.</li></ul>Client Due Diligence (CDD) <ul><li>Experience of detailed Due Diligence on high-risk clients, including unravelling complex ownership structures (Trusts, SPVs, Funds) to identify Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs).</li><li>Advise on CDD requirements across multiple jurisdictions, tailoring guidance to local regulatory expectations.</li><li>Perform risk assessments at client inception and during updates, identifying high-risk clients through screening and analysis.</li><li>Investigate and assess adverse media, politically exposed persons (PEPs), and source of wealth/funds, preparing clear and concise reports for senior review.</li><li>Collate all research and approvals in a structured and comprehensible manner for internal use.</li></ul>Ad Hoc Support <ul><li>Respond to onboarding, billing, and file-opening queries from fee-earners, PAs, and business services teams.</li><li>Assist the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) with research for suspicious activity reports.</li></ul> About You <ul><li>Experience in both conflicts checking and anti-money laundering (AML) processes.</li><li>Familiarity with a multi-jurisdictional legal environment</li><li>Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate findings clearly.</li><li>Manage a high-volume workload independently, prioritizing urgent matter openings without compromising on regulatory accuracy.</li><li>Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Self-motivated and collaborative, with a willingness to take on both complex and routine tasks as needed.</li><li>Experience using Intapp and screening platforms.</li></ul>Not a perfect match? No problem. We value initiative, curiosity and people who bring energy and new perspectives to our mission. You may still be the ideal fit for this role – or another one.

Client Onboarding Officer (m/f/d) in Hamburg or Berlin @ fieldfisher

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