AML Compliance Manager

MERJE; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Flexible remote work

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Manchester is seeking an AML Compliance Lead to manage firm-wide AML policies and ensure compliance with UK legislation. The ideal candidate should have a degree and at least 4 years of AML experience in a law firm. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and requires a proactive approach to financial crime prevention. Join a dynamic environment to enhance compliance standards and support continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' AML/Compliance experience in a law firm.
• Experience beyond KYC and onboarding processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update firm-wide AML risk assessments.
• Enhance AML policies, processes, and systems.
• Provide expert guidance on complex financial crime issues.
• Deliver AML training and support to fee earners.
• Conduct periodic reviews of existing clients for ongoing compliance.

Skills

Strong knowledge of UK AML regulations

Financial crime prevention

Proactive approach in AML

Education

Degree-level education

Job description

AML Compliance Lead

MERJE is seeking an experienced AML Compliance Lead for a prestigious law firm in Manchester. The role manages firm‑wide AML policies and procedures, ensuring full compliance with UK legislation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial crime prevention within the legal sector.

Location: Manchester (Hybrid – 1 day remote per week) with occasional travel to Liverpool and London

The Company

This leading law firm specialises in the Legal sector, providing top‑tier services to a diverse client base. With a strong reputation for excellence, the company offers a dynamic and challenging environment for compliance professionals to thrive and develop their careers.

The Role

As the AML Compliance Lead, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the firm's compliance standards. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and the opportunity to work in a hybrid setting, balancing office presence with remote work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update firm‑wide AML risk assessments
• Enhance AML policies, processes, and systems
• Provide expert guidance on complex financial crime issues
• Deliver AML training and support to fee earners
• Conduct periodic reviews of existing clients for ongoing compliance

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Degree‑level education
• Minimum 4 years' AML/Compliance experience in a law firm
• Strong knowledge of UK AML regulations and sanctions legislation
• Experience beyond KYC and onboarding processes
• Proactive approach and commitment to developing expertise in AML

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Finance
• Industries: Legal Services and Law Practice

If you're an experienced AML Compliance Lead looking for a challenging role in a prestigious law firm, apply now to take your career to the next level!

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