Conflicts & New Business Team Leader

Conflicts and New Business Team Leader Elite US law firm is seeking a Conflicts and New Business Team Leader to supervise the London team of Conflicts and AML Analysts and a Conflicts New Business Team Administrator to ensure day to day delivery of new business intake, conflicts clearance and AML processes across the UK and EU offices. Salary to £85,000 Market leading benefits including 33 days annual leave Hybrid working Stunning City offices 09:30-17:30 working hours Conflicts and New Business Team Leader Key Responsibilities: Set clear daily and weekly objectives to ensure timely completion of conflicts checks, AML reviews, and matter openings Allocate and prioritise workloads, including urgent and time-sensitive requests, to meet deadlines Provide day-to-day guidance on conflicts and AML policies, ensuring consistent, compliant application Conduct regular one-to-ones to support performance, development, and operational effectiveness Contribute to hiring, onboarding, performance, promotion, and reward decisions Oversee and conduct conflicts searches, exercising judgement in reviewing results and escalating where appropriate Oversee and conduct client due diligence and AML risk assessments in line with policy and regulation Review AML documentation for accuracy and consistency, escalating higher-risk cases without delay Oversee preparation and submission of New Business Forms, ensuring accuracy and compliance Conflicts and New Business Team Leader Skills & Requirements: Previous experience in a similar role within a law firm Broad operational knowledge of conflicts, AML and new business intake processes Understanding of core management practices including scheduling, prioritising, coaching, and monitoring quality of work Sound judgement in identifying issues requiring escalation41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15…