AML and Sanctions Manager

Full Job Description

***AML and Sanctions Manager ***

Robert Half is working with a Global Leading Law Firm based in London, Hong Kong and Singapore to find the their next AML and Sanctions Manager in their London office.

***NB ONLY apply if you have worked in a LAW FIRM, LAW DEGREE.

Role:

▪ Work with and support the Head of Business Acceptance and MLRO/Deputy MLRO.

▪ Work with MLRO/Deputy MLRO to assess internal suspicious activity reports or other referrals to ensure they are quickly assessed and reported as appropriate.

▪ Build knowledge within the global Business Acceptance team regarding AML and sanctions compliance, and develop the team's understanding of relevant laws and regulations.

▪ Maintain, review and update the firm's AML and sanctions policies, controls and procedures, with input from others as needed. This is to be done on an ongoing basis, including in response to (or, where possible, in anticipation of) changes to AML and sanctions laws and regulations.

▪ Provide advice, guidance and training to fee earners and business services staff on global AML/CTF and sanctions policies, controls and procedures.

▪ Prepare internal reports, as needed, including auditing of compliance with the firm's AML and sanctions policies.

▪ Review and update (as needed) business acceptance processes, including screening for PEPs, sanctions, adverse media, etc.

▪ Provide AML/CTF and sanctions training across the firm's global network.

▪ Act as a point of contact, alongside the Head of Business Acceptance, on complex queries relating to client due diligence, sanctions and business acceptance.

▪ Jointly with the Head of Business Acceptance oversee the Business Acceptance training programme provided to all international offices, as well as the internal team induction and onboarding of new joiners.

▪ Maintain records relating to client due diligence data held in accordance with applicable legislation.

▪ Assist with project management of resources linked to the Business Acceptance team, such as Intapp Open.

Requirements:

▪ Strong demonstrated knowledge of and practical experience applying AML and sanctions laws, both those applicable in the UK and other jurisdictions in which the firm operates.

▪ Minimum of 5 years' experience working at a senior level in an AML /CTF and sanctions compliance environment within the UK.

▪ Good knowledge of all relevant legal and regulatory obligations (including Money Laundering Regulations, POCA, SAMLA, and the SRA Handbook).

▪ Law degree or qualification in financial crime / related discipline preferred. Recognised AML/Compliance qualification required.

▪ Strong analytical skills and familiarity with systems and resources such as Intapp, Bureau van Dijk/Orbis, Companies House and Accuity.

Salary & Benefits:

£80k - £100k (DOE)

Array of benefits

Flexible working

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