This role as Head of AML and Financial Crime in the legal industry requires a diligent, detail-oriented individual to oversee and manage all aspects of anti-money laundering and financial crime prevention measures within a risk and compliance department.
Client Details
A leading law firm with an excellent reputation in the market, offering services with a global reach.
Description
- Oversee and manage all anti-money laundering (AML) and financial crime prevention measures.
- Develop and maintain robust AML and financial crime policies and procedures.
- Train and mentor team members on AML and financial crime risks and prevention.
- Work closely with internal departments and external bodies to ensure compliance.
- Conduct thorough investigations into any suspected financial crimes.
- Provide regular reports on AML and financial crime prevention activities.
- Stay abreast of changes in AML and financial crime legislation and regulation.
- Lead the response to any regulatory inquiries or inspections.
Profile
A successful Head of AML and Financial Crime should have:
- Proficiency in AML and financial crime prevention measures within the legal industry.
- Ideally a qualified lawyer in England & Wales, or previous experience in a senior AML position within a law firm.
- Experience in developing and implementing AML and financial crime policies and procedures.
- Ability to train and mentor team members.
- Strong investigative skills and experience in handling financial crime cases.
- Experience in dealing with regulatory bodies and inspections.
- Familiarity with current AML and financial crime legislation and regulation.
- Outstanding communication and leadership skills.
Job Offer
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunity to work in a leading law firm.
- Generous holiday entitlement.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
We encourage qualified applicants passionate about AML and financial crime prevention to apply.