We are working with a leading international law firm to recruit an AML Specialist to join their London-based Risk and Compliance function. In this role, you’ll act as a trusted subject matter expert across AML and wider financial crime, supporting the business with complex queries, supervising junior analysts, and helping to continuously raise standards across the firm.
You’ll work closely with senior risk stakeholders and internal teams in a fast-paced environment, providing clear, risk-based advice throughout the client and matter lifecycle. The role combines hands-on technical AML work with leadership, mentoring, and involvement in firmwide projects that have real strategic impact.
The firm is looking for someone with extensive experience in a senior AML or equivalent role within a legal environment, with deep technical knowledge of UK money laundering regulations, regulatory guidance, and best practice. Experience supervising others and confidence operating as an escalation point are essential.
The responsibilities will include:
• Acting as a senior advisor on complex AML and financial crime matters across the firm
• Supervising, mentoring, and developing junior AML analysts
• Providing expert guidance during and after matter opening, identifying and mitigating risk issues
• Reviewing and assessing customer due diligence for new and existing clients
• Interpreting regulatory developments and embedding changes into policies and processes
• Driving enhancements to AML frameworks, systems, and controls
• Managing workloads across the AML team to ensure timely, high-quality delivery
• Designing and delivering targeted AML training
• Supporting and leading compliance projects as required
• Providing regular updates to senior stakeholders on AML, sanctions, and regulatory developments
This is an excellent opportunity to step into a high-impact role within a well-resourced and collaborative Risk and Compliance team, offering exposure to complex, cross-border work and genuine scope for long-term development.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your AML career and want to operate at a senior advisory level, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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