A highly respected Accountancy firm is seeking a Senior AML Manager to join their firm on a 12 month fixed term contract. This is a key role reporting into the Head of Onboarding & Deputy MLRO, with responsibility for ensuring compliance, developing policies and procedures, and embedding best practice across the firm. The role You will play a central part in developing and running the newly established onboarding team, ensuring robust compliance with AML regulations and supporting the wider business with client due diligence. This is both a leadership and hands-on role, requiring strong technical knowledge and the ability to guide colleagues through complex compliance requirements. Key responsibilities include: • Oversight of the onboarding process for all new clients. • Managing, coaching, and developing AML managers and compliance staff. • Reviewing and performing client take-on procedures, ensuring accurate documentation and record-keeping. • Analysing information to identify money laundering risks and making practical, risk-based recommendations. • Conducting electronic ID checks and investigating referrals. • Supporting partners and staff with client take-on and AML queries. • Overseeing ongoing monitoring, including PEPs and sanctions updates. • Performing internal audits of onboarding and monitoring procedures. • Delivering and administering AML training across the firm. • Keeping policies and procedures up to date with legislative changes. About you • Extensive experience in an AML role within a professional services (legal or accountancy) environment. • Proven experience managing and developing teams. • Deep knowledge of UK AML regulations and best practice. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to balance compliance and commerciality. • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills. • Strong IT proficiency, particularly in MS Office. • Educated to degree level or equivalent. What’s on offer • Competitive salary with regular salary reviews. • 25 days’ holiday additional Christmas closure option to buy/sell leave. • Hybrid working model. • Comprehensive benefits including life cover, critical illness cover, income protection, pension scheme, wellbeing support, and professional subscriptions. • Flexible benefits package, including cycle-to-work, health assessments, gym memberships, and lifestyle perks. • Generous family-friendly policies, volunteer days, and community support initiatives. • A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior AML professional looking to make a real impact in a forward-thinking firm, with scope to lead, influence, and develop a growing team. Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful