AML Compliance Manager

A top international law firm is looking to hire an AML Compliance Manager supporting and reporting directly to the Director of AML Compliance and Chief Compliance Officer.

The successful applicant will supervise and manage a compliance team responsible for AML (Anti-Money Laundering) activities, ensuring efficient operations, adherence to legal standards and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Team Management:
   • Lead and oversee day-to-day operations of the team
   • Support recruitment, performance reviews and manage performance-related issues
   • Ensure the team’s skills remain current through training and development initiatives
2. AML Compliance Expertise:
   • Analyse financial crime risks, including AML and sanctions, during client and matter acceptance processes.
   • Guide the team on due diligence checks and risk assessments following regulations and policies
   • Address escalations, ensuring informed decisions on approvals or rejections
   • Update and adjust internal policies based on regulatory changes
3. Regulatory and Audit Support:
   • Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with systems and procedures
   • Assist with regulatory submissions, internal audits and external audit processes
   • Provide support in drafting suspicious activity reports
4. Projects and Strategy:
   • Contribute to strategic initiatives and continuous software development for AML compliance
   • Foster collaboration and communication across teams and departments
   • Promote a culture of change management and innovation

Qualifications & Experience:

• Educated to degree level, Law degree preferable and LPC desirable
• Good working knowledge of all relevant legal and regulatory obligations (including Money Laundering Regulations, POCA, SAMLA, SRA Handbook, EU Money Laundering Directives, DFSA and ADGM rulebooks).
• Experience in a law firm
• Management experience required