I’m exclusively partnering with a US firm that is looking to engage with Senior AML professionals for a role based in London.
This role will serve as a senior figure within the firm’s London compliance function, providing significant exposure to more complex queries.
Key Responsibilities:
* Serve as the senior escalation point for complex AML, risk, and compliance queries arising within the London office.
* Act as the UK subject‑matter expert on compliance obligations and represent the function with senior stakeholders and partners
* Manage and respond to AML audits, reviews, and investigations from the SRA or other regulatory bodies, ensuring accurate, timely submissions and robust remedial action where required.
* Lead regulatory horizon scanning and ensure the firm remains fully compliant with the SRA Standards & Regulations and other relevant legislation
* Develop, refine, and implement the UK compliance framework, including policies, procedures, risk assessments, and guidance materials.
1. Candidate Expectations:
* 4+ years AML experience within a leading law firm
* Deep understanding of the UK regulatory landscape, including SRA Codes of Conduct, Money Laundering Regulations and relevant guidance
* Proficiency with Intapp Open, including conflict checking and AML functionality.
* Experience using screening tools such as World Check, S&P Global, Dun & Bradstreet, Orbis, etc.