AML & Conflicts Team Leader

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Un cabinet d'avocats international recherche un Team Leader AML & Conflicts pour un contrat de 12 mois. Le poste implique la supervision des flux de travail pour l'acceptation des clients, la formation d'équipe, et un rôle actif dans la gestion des réglementations AML et des conflits dans divers pays. Pour les professionnels en conformité prêts à faire progresser leur carrière, ce rôle offre un environnement dynamique avec de réelles opportunités de développement.

Qualifications

• Expérience significative dans un rôle de conformité ou d'acceptation d'entreprise, idéalement dans un cabinet d'avocats.
• Compréhension solide des réglementations AML et des conflits à travers plusieurs juridictions.
• Capacité à travailler sous pression et à gérer des priorités.

Responsibilities

• Supervision de l'accueil des clients et de l'ouverture des affaires.
• Formation et gestion d'une petite équipe, assurant une approche cohérente des processus de conformité.
• Analyse et résolution de conflits, conseils sur les exigences CDD.

Skills

AML regulations

Conflicts management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Job description

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We’re on the hunt for an AML & Conflicts Team Leader to join an established team within a thriving International Law Firm for a 12-month fixed term contract.

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of business acceptance, ensuring smooth client onboarding, managing compliance workflows, and leading by example of how to deliver exceptional service.

We’re looking for a compliance professional with at considerable experience in a business acceptance or general compliance role (ideally within a law firm). If you have a sharp eye for detail, a problem-solving mindset, and a knack for guiding and mentoring a team, this is your chance to take the next step in your career.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing client onboarding and matter opening, troubleshooting issues, and keeping workflows running efficiently
• Acting as a go-to expert for conflicts, AML, CDD, billing, and third-party payor queries
• Allocating and managing workloads, ensuring deadlines are met with accuracy
• Leading a small team, providing training, and ensuring a consistent approach to compliance processes
• Resolving conflicts, conducting sanctions screenings, and advising fee-earners on CDD requirements
• Supporting policy drafting, delivering training, and assisting with system upgrades

Success in this role requires a solid understanding of AML and conflicts regulations across multiple jurisdictions, along with strong commercial awareness and problem-solving skills. The ability to thrive under pressure, manage priorities, and communicate confidently with senior stakeholders is essential. A proactive approach and the ability to balance independent work with collaboration is key.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your compliance career, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV for consideration. Thank you.

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