Overview
Description
Location: Belfast
Workplace: Hybrid
Baker McKenzie is a global law firm with offices around the world. Our Belfast Center is home to over 400 colleagues in both legal and professional services. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
Role
The AML Compliance Specialist will be the subject matter expert for the London AML team, providing Anti-Money Laundering (AML) services to London-based personnel, including Partners and office staff. The role holder will identify and analyze requests with technical expertise, provide high-quality output, and lead training and knowledge-sharing initiatives within the team, as well as collaborate with the New Business Intake Global AML team. They will conduct quality reviews, identify training needs, and support the team\'s performance through training, learning, and professional development. They will deal with escalated matters which are complex.
Main Responsibilities
* Act as a Subject Matter Expert and provide technical guidance to the team and management in responding to more complex technical scenarios beyond standard processes
* Collaborate with the AML Deputy Manager, Manager, and Global NBI Team Leads and Specialists to expand and improve service offerings; often consulted by Global NBI teams for their expertise
* Liaise with and support AML Managers, internal stakeholders, and Global NBI team members
* Develop and maintain training and upskilling documentation to reflect standard team processes
* Deliver training and provide technical coaching to team members
* Lead process improvement initiatives and pilot testing teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to technical upgrades and new policies or procedures
* Perform quality reviews, identify opportunities, and provide coaching and feedback to team members
* Review new client and new matter information submitted via the Firm’s intake system, analyzing information and applying subject matter expertise
* Perform due diligence and conduct online investigations of prospective clients using business intelligence databases and public sources to identify high-risk and negative findings requiring escalation
* Make sound decisions regarding issues or areas of interest, ensuring escalations are reviewed and reported appropriately
* Coordinate with Head of Risk and Compliance and other relevant departments
* Work with London General Counsel, Global NBI and Risk Management, the Director of PRPC, and other firm stakeholders as required to meet business needs
Skills And Experience
* A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related discipline
* Experience in a legal or professional services environment
* Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills
* Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet deadlines
* Self-motivated and proactive; able to coach and train others
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with stakeholders
* Comfortable working in a large, matrixed environment
* Strategic thinker who can also execute in detail
* Commitment to excellence and client/stakeholder service
Working At Baker McKenzie Belfast Center
Baker McKenzie is the world’s leading law firm with offices worldwide. The Belfast Center hosts over 400 colleagues in legal and professional services. We offer comprehensive benefits including private health cover, income protection, life assurance, and an employee assistance plan. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion and ensuring an accessible experience for all candidates.
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