Head of AML

Job Description Head of AML n n London n n Hybrid Workingn n nWe’re working with a brilliant global law firm currently looking to invest in their senior compliance leadership team, bolstering a strong support team around the GC. Now looking to bring on board a Head of AML n n nThis is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to shape the firm’s AML strategy, manage a high-performing team and act as a trusted adviser to partners and senior stakeholders on complex financial crime, sanctions and regulatory mattersn n nYou’ll play a key role in ensuring the firm continues to meet the highest standards of compliance while supporting a fast-paced, commercially focused legal practicen n The Role? n n n Lead and develop the firm’s AML function and oversee its anti-money laundering strategy. n Manage, mentor and develop a team of Financial Crime Risk Managers and AML professionals. n Act as the senior escalation point for complex AML, sanctions and financial crime matters. n Provide practical, commercial advice to partners, lawyers and senior stakeholders across the business. n Support the ongoing development and optimisation of the firm’s Intapp Matter Opening system. n Deliver AML and Counter Terrorist Financing training across the firm. n Work closely with the MLRO, MLCO, COLP and General Counsel teams on regulatory matters. n Support sanctions compliance and broader financial crime initiatives. n Drive continuous improvements to AML policies, procedures and controls. n About You? n n n Significant experience in an AML-focused legal compliance role within a law firm. n Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales n Strong technical knowledge of the Money Laundering Regulations (MLRs), LSAG Guidance, POCA and UK sanctions. n Experience managing complex AML and financial crime escalations. n Previous people management experience, with a passion for developing high-performing teams. n The confidence to influence partners and senior stakeholders. n Experience using Intapp or similar matter opening/client onboarding systems (desirable but not essential). n What’s in it for you? n n n Senior leadership position within a highly regarded international law firm. n Exposure to complex, high-profile and cross-border matters. n Fabulous firm wide benefits n Genuine opportunity to influence strategy and drive continuous improvement. n Truly collabortive and supportive culture working with a fabulous GC n n nIf you’re a Head of AML, Senior AML Manager, Financial Crime Lawyer or Legal Compliance Solicitor looking for your next leadership opportunity, I#d love to chat with youn n nReach outn n nLet’s have a confidetial conversation….