Your new company

My client, an established firm, is seeking a skilled professional to oversee the client onboarding process and manage Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance. This role involves taking full responsibility for the end-to-end processes of client and matter opening, as well as contributing to enhancements of the client and matter inception process.

Your new role

• Manage the overall client onboarding process, including liaising with multiple stakeholders such as Finance, Business Support Services, and legal teams.
• Stay updated with regulatory changes and ensure that systems and processes remain compliant.
• Lead efforts in improving efficiencies, reducing administrative burdens, and maintaining high data quality standards.
• Oversee the central due diligence team responsible for AML client due diligence and ongoing monitoring.
• Update the firm's AML risk assessment and support the preparation of annual reports for the Board.
• Provide guidance and training on AML matters to fee earners and relevant teams.
• Work with internal auditors to assess and enhance AML compliance across the firm.

• In-depth knowledge of the UK Anti-Money Laundering and sanctions regime, with experience in handling complex client structures.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to engage with senior management effectively.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Leadership experience with a focus on supervision and team support.
• Detail-oriented with excellent record-keeping practices.
• Experience in client/matter onboarding functions within regulated environments, particularly in the legal sector, is highly desirable.

What you'll get in return

• A minimum of 25 days of holiday (plus the option to buy up to an additional 5 days)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Generous pension scheme
• Private medical insurance through Vitality
• Biennial private health assessment through Nuffield Health
• Life assurance
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme

What you need to do now

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