Compliance Analyst

We're looking for a detail-oriented and proactive professional to become a key part of our APAC General Counsel's Office (GCO). Based in our Melbourne office, this full-time Compliance Analyst role offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative environment, working Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.30 pm.

The role

As a Compliance Analyst, you will provide high-quality compliance and risk management support across the firm, including our international offices.

Working closely with partners, lawyers, secretaries, and other business support teams across APAC and the UK, you will assist in the onboarding of new clients and matters, ensuring all regulatory obligations are met and potential risks are identified and addressed.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Conducting conflict checks and clear basic conflicts of interest
• Perform anti-money laundering (AML) checks in accordance with legislation and firm policy
• Undertake business intelligence research using databases such as World-Check and client websites
• Verify client and matter information provided by partners/lawyers and support staff
• Implement information barriers where required
• Respond to enquiries from internal stakeholders regarding compliance processes
• Liaise with Risk team to analyse and resolve potential conflicts
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and special projects.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have a passion about compliance and thrive in a fast-paced environment. You will also have:

• 1-4 years' experience in a compliance or administrative role within a law firm or professional services environment
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to extract and compile information from various resources
• Prior experience in using intake software/databases (e.g. IntApp, World-Check) desirable
• Chinese language skills (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) (written and verbal) desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Professional, calm, and resilient approach to work
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building capabilities
• A proactive mindset with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

About Pinsent Masons

Pinsent Masons is one of the world's leading law firms, with a rapidly growing presence in Australia built on a reputation for outstanding work for clients and genuine care for its people. We focus on five key sectors: Advanced Manufacturing & Technology, Energy, Financial Services, Infrastructure and Real Estate. Our practice teams – Finance & Projects, Property, Risk Advisory Services and Transactional Services – work collaboratively across these sectors.

In Australia, we are rapidly growing with offices in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. We are well connected into our global network, which results in rewarding work and unique career opportunities.

Most importantly, we are a purpose and people led law firm. Our purpose is to make business work better for people.

That means constantly questioning how the world works and then being bold with our responses. We want people who bring their own unique experience to the firm, are constantly curious, and who meaningfully connect with their colleagues and clients. In return, we provide an environment where you can drive development, work flexibly and continually learn.

What makes Pinsent Masons a great place to work?

• We have a global reach and a local feel. With 28 offices and 2000 lawyers operating across Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa and the Middle East, you'll be exposed to domestic, international and multi-jurisdictional high-profile work, yet be in an office where everyone knows your name.
• We do things a bit differently. Legal services are at the core of our business; however, we have diversified into other areas providing complimentary services to clients through offerings like Vario flexible services.
• We like to be flexible. Our firm is professional and allows you to bring our whole self to work. Dress for your day and in your own style and participate in practices that support your wellbeing, mental wellness and work/life balance so that everyone can thrive at work and at home.
• We're lots of fun and very inclusive. You'll also have plenty of opportunities to participate in, and even run, social activities, diversity and inclusion networks, and charitable initiatives.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Kara Powell, Talent Acquisition Advisor,