OGC Lead – Compliance AML

Latham & Watkins LLP; Bishopsgate; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm seeks a Compliance AML & Sanctions Lead to manage regulatory compliance and risk management programs. The role involves collaboration with various teams to enhance compliance processes and maintain accurate records. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving and communication skills along with relevant compliance experience. The firm offers a competitive compensation package and promotes diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Income Protection

Life Assurance

Pension Plan

Wellness Programs

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Relevant AML and sanctions compliance experience within a law firm, bank, or audit firm.

Responsibilities

• Understanding compliance needs and translating these into actionable requirements.
• Maintaining accurate records and updating systems for compliance.
• Assisting with sanctions screening of clients and vendors.

Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Job description

About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms worldwide. Our success is driven by our commitment to hiring and developing the best talent, creating a team that delivers the highest quality of work and service. Our core values are respect, innovation, and collaboration.

About the Role

The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) Lead – Compliance AML & Sanctions is a key member of Latham’s legal team. This role serves as a global leader for the firm’s regulatory compliance and risk management programs, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Sanctions. The role involves collaborating with teams to utilize Intapp for managing and enhancing Conflicts and Compliance processes, including updating firm systems and databases. The position is based in London or Manchester and may offer flexible, hybrid working arrangements.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Key responsibilities include:

• Understanding compliance needs and translating these into actionable requirements for Data Management and Conflicts teams
• Maintaining accurate records and updating systems to ensure compliance information is current and accessible
• Reviewing potential matters and monitoring changes in the Intapp system to identify issues
• Assisting with sanctions screening of clients, vendors, and non-clients, including generating reports, summarizing results, and liaising with lawyers
• Managing the maintenance of refreshed Know Your Client (KYC) packets

We’re looking for candidates who:

• Have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop strategic solutions
• Possess professional interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with lawyers, management, support staff, and external contacts
• Demonstrate excellent communication abilities

And hold:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Relevant AML and sanctions compliance experience within a law firm, bank, audit firm, or similar organization

Benefits & Additional Information

Successful candidates will enjoy a competitive compensation package, including bonuses based on individual and firm performance. Our benefits include:

• Health insurance, income protection, and life assurance
• A pension plan
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts
• And more!

We also promote diversity through programs like Global Affinity Groups, fostering a supportive environment for sharing experiences and advice. Latham & Watkins is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, sustainability, and pro bono work. Our global team reflects a rich diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives, which strengthens our firm’s identity and success.

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