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