Overview
Head of AML Jobs in London, UK at QED Legal
Head of AML London Hybrid Working We’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 This 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 matters You’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 practice
The Role ? Lead and develop the firm’s AML function and oversee its anti-money laundering strategy. Manage, mentor and develop a team of Financial Crime Risk Managers and AML professionals. Act as the senior escalation point for complex AML, sanctions and financial crime matters. Provide practical, commercial advice to partners, lawyers and senior stakeholders across the business. Support the ongoing development and optimisation of the firm’s Intapp Matter Opening system.
Deliver AML and Counter Terrorist Financing training across the firm. Work closely with the MLRO, MLCO, COLP and General Counsel teams on regulatory matters. Support sanctions compliance and broader financial crime initiatives. Drive continuous improvements to AML policies, procedures and controls. About You? Significant experience in an AML-focused legal compliance role within a law firm. Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales Strong technical knowledge of the Money Laundering Regulations (MLRs), LSAG Guidance, POCA and UK sanctions.
Experience managing complex AML and financial crime escalations. Previous people management experience, with a passion for developing high-performing teams. The confidence to influence partners and senior stakeholders. Experience using Intapp or similar matter opening/client onboarding systems (desirable but not essential). What’s in it for you? Senior leadership position within a highly regarded international law firm. Exposure to complex, high-profile and cross-border matters.
Fabulous firm wide benefits Genuine opportunity to influence strategy and drive continuous improvement. Truly coll abortive and supportive culture working with a fabulous GC If you’re a Head of AML, Senior AML Manager, Financial Crime Lawyer or Legal Compliance Solicitor looking for your next leadership opportunity, to chat with you Reach out Let’s have a confidetial conversation.
Title: Head of AML
Company: QED Legal
Location: London, UK
Category:
