Supporting Your KYC Team
Practical, Discreet & Flexible AML Support for Small Law Firms
In a competitive market, your firm’s reputation depends on the strength of its compliance.
When resources are stretched, backlogs grow, or complex clients arrive, it’s easy for KYC and CDD to feel overwhelming.
At Alexander Christian, we step in with discreet, proportionate support — giving you the assurance that your compliance is under control, supporting your MLRO, and your fee-earners are free to focus on client service.
Why Choose Us
Why Choose Alexander Christian
Why Discerning Clients Choose Us
Discreet Expertise
Specialist AML and KYC support tailored for boutique and mid-sized London firms — delivered quietly within your systems, under your direction.
Flexible Strength
Switch support on and off as needed. Scale your compliance capacity without the burden of permanent overheads.
Regulatory Confidence
Whether facing audits, surges, or scrutiny, we help you protect your leadership and maintain seamless client service.
Why Seek KYC Support
Why Firms Choose Our KYC Support
KYC & CDD: The Bedrock of Compliance and Client Confidence
With Alexander Christian, you gain:
Peace of Mind for MLROs
We help reduce gaps and lighten the regulatory burden, offering confidence to partners and MLROs who must balance competing responsibilities.Regulatory Readiness
We clear backlogs, strengthen files, and ensure you are prepared for audits, data returns, or regulator visits.Operational Continuity
Staff shortages, onboarding surges, or complex clients no longer derail progress — your compliance moves forward seamlessly.Time Back for Fee-Earners
Freeing lawyers from routine checks, so they can focus on serving clients.Scalable Expertise Without Fixed Overheads
High-calibre support you can switch on and off, without the cost of permanent staff.
Working within your Framework
Short-Term, Flexible Analyst Support — Within Your Framework
Our KYC analyst support can help your firm:
Clear onboarding backlogs without cutting corners.
Strengthen files before internal or external audits.
Manage risk in complex or high-value client matters.
Bridge capacity gaps during recruitment, training, or leave.
What we offer you
What We Offer
Hands-on support tailored to your firm, which could include:
Reviewing client onboarding files and due diligence documentation.
Performing KYC / CDD checks aligned with your standards.
Conducting risk assessments and flagging high-risk clients.
File review and remediation.
Preparing documentation for audits or regulator visits.
Supporting ongoing due diligence logs and record keeping.
All work is carried out with the strictest confidentiality, aligned with your firm’s AML and data governance frameworks.
Working with you
Key Boundaries & Safeguards
While we integrate into your team, these safeguards remain in place:
Your firm retains overall responsibility for work undertaken
You provide system access, case allocation, and training
You provide access to your KYC / AML tools and training
We do not submit reports to the NCA, government bodies or regulators on your behalf
We do not offer regulated Audit Services within this support role
Your MLRO, COLP, COFA and senior management remain responsible for governance, oversight, and reporting
This support is designed to supplement your internal team—not replace your regulatory controls or legal advice.
When to use us
When to Use This Service
Preparing for an SRA AML Data Return, internal review, AML audit or regulatory audit.
Facing onboarding surges or short-term resourcing gaps.
Responding to heightened regulatory scrutiny.
Expanding compliance capacity without long-term cost.
Beyond KYC Analyst Support
Beyond Analyst Support: Independent AML Audits
If you require structured assurance rather than day-to-day support, we also offer:
Mock AML Audits – readiness checks to reduce risk.
Regulation 21 Audits – required for firms (depending on size/nature).
File Reviews – testing the quality and completeness of CMRAs.
Staff Interviews – evaluating AML awareness and culture.
Post-Audit Remediation – strengthening historic files where gaps exist.
Your Next Step
KYC Support vs KYC Remediation – What’s the Difference?
KYC Support and KYC Remediation are distinct but complimentary services:
| KYC Support | KYC Remediation |
|---|---|
| Day-to-day onboarding, risk-rating, and verifying live client files. | Review of existing or historic files to identify and correct gaps. |
| Used during onboarding surges, audits, or staff shortages. | Used post-audit or as part of regulator responses. |
| Helps you meet current obligations and maintain momentum. | Helps fill the gaps in your historic records. |
| Operates within your framework as a compliance resource. | Ethical clean-up of your AML file estate or reporting findings. |
Together, these services provide confidence across both present and past records.
Flexible Engagement Options
Flexible Engagement Options
We offer discreet support through:
Flexible day rates – for short-term or peak-period support.
Project-based fees – tailored to your firm’s size and structure.
Your Next Step
Your Next Step
At Alexander Christian, our role is simple:
➡️ Protect your leadership from unnecessary risk.
➡️ Maintain seamless client service, even under pressure.
➡️ Face regulators with quiet confidence.
📩 Arrange a confidential consultation today.
Let us help you transform compliance pressure into peace of mind.
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