Senior Client Take-On Administrator – Legal

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Senior Client Take-On Administrator – Legal

Published
08/01/2026
Location
Jersey, Jersey
Category
Job Type
Type Of Lawyer
  • Compliance Manager
Work Hours
Full-time
Reference No:
BH-49415-2
Area of Law
  • Regulatory & Compliance
Contact Email
lauren.eager@qedlegal.com
Contact
Lauren Eager
Contact Phone
07854 723109
Region
International

Description

Client Take-On Administrator / Senior Administrator
Jersey
Salary up to £55k

We’re working with a brilliant well respected international law firm to bring on board an experienced Client Take-On Senior Administrator to join their growing onboarding and compliance function.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys owning the CDD process from start to finish , supporting fee earners, and acting as a technical point of contact for junior team members.

The role?
You’ll play a key role in ensuring new clients and matters are onboarded smoothly, compliantly, and efficientl
Managing end-to-end client and matter onboarding
Opening matters using onboarding systems ideally InTapp
Conducting conflict checks, sanctions screening, and media searches
Handling complex CDD, including high-risk and PEP cases
Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders to obtain documentation
Tracking progress and chasing outstanding CDD
Supporting and mentoring junior administrators
Escalating risks and issues appropriately
Working closely with Compliance for guidance and approvals
Staying up to date with AML and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions

About you?

  • Experience in Legal or Financial Services compliance 2+ years
  • ICA qualification completed or in progress 
  • Proven experience in Client Take-On / CDD (essential)
  • Background in legal or financial services strongly preferred
  • Understanding of company, trust, and fund structures
  • Solid AML knowledge with appetite to keep learning

What's in it for you?

  • Exposure to high-quality international work
  • A supportive, collaborative compliance culture
  • Ongoing professional development and CPD
  • Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home post-probation)
  • Long-term progression within a growing team

This is a great opportunity for a Compliance professional to take the next step into a senior role.

Interested?

Know someone who could be great?

Reach out, let's have a confidential conversation

Lauren.Eager@QEDLegal.com

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