AML Compliance Manager | London, UK | Hybrid

AML Compliance Manager

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Posted 3 days ago | Hybrid Job | Permanent | GBP 94,000 - GBP 159,000 per annum

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.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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

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