Job Description

What You Will Gain

• You can look forward to a varied range of tasks and flat hierarchies
• You’ll work independently in an innovative and open-minded environment
• 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
• As well as an attractive salary package and the Deutschlandticket, you can look forward to further benefits in our modern office environment
• Flexible working hours and the option of fixed days working from home are standard practice for us
• After your probationary period, we’ll provide you with a budget to set up an ergonomic workspace at home
• To help you relax, we offer 30 days’ holiday for full-time employees
• You’ll also benefit from our corporate benefits programme, giving you access to numerous discounts and vouchers
• Regular get-togethers with colleagues, e.g. after-work drinks and the summer and Christmas parties

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

• Analyse complex conflict check results generated by the firm’s systems (Intapp), differentiating between administrative "false positives" and genuine legal or commercial conflicts.
• Investigate corporate relationships to determine if a conflict exists, utilizing internal databases and external corporate intelligence tools.
• Identify potential conflicts and escalate where necessary, liaising directly with stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently.
• Maintain clear and auditable records of all conflict clearance activity.

Client Due Diligence (CDD)

• Experience of detailed Due Diligence on high-risk clients, including unravelling complex ownership structures (Trusts, SPVs, Funds) to identify Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs).
• Advise on CDD requirements across multiple jurisdictions, tailoring guidance to local regulatory expectations.
• Perform risk assessments at client inception and during updates, identifying high-risk clients through screening and analysis.
• Investigate and assess adverse media, politically exposed persons (PEPs), and source of wealth/funds, preparing clear and concise reports for senior review.
• Collate all research and approvals in a structured and comprehensible manner for internal use.

Ad Hoc Support

• Respond to onboarding, billing, and file-opening queries from fee-earners, PAs, and business services teams.
• Assist the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) with research for suspicious activity reports.

About You

• Experience in both conflicts checking and anti-money laundering (AML) processes.
• Familiarity with a multi-jurisdictional legal environment
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate findings clearly.
• Manage a high-volume workload independently, prioritizing urgent matter openings without compromising on regulatory accuracy.
• Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Self-motivated and collaborative, with a willingness to take on both complex and routine tasks as needed.
• Experience using Intapp and screening platforms.

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.