AML Manager

AJ FOX COMPLIANCE; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based business services firm is seeking an experienced AML Manager for a 6-month contract in London. This role involves managing AML processes, leading the client onboarding team, and ensuring compliance with robust due diligence procedures. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a similar AML role, preferably in a legal or accounting environment. There is flexibility for remote work with one day a week in the office.

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal or accounting environment.
• Strong track record of managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the client onboarding team.
• Oversee the AML onboarding process for all new clients.
• Review and conduct client due diligence checks and documentation.

Skills

Extensive experience in AML roles

Managing teams

Navigating complex onboarding scenarios

Job description

Job Description

We are working with a leading UK-based business services firm with accountancy and legal arms to hire an experienced AML Manager based in London on a 6-month fixed term contract. In this role, you’ll lead the development and day-to-day operations of a newly established client onboarding function, taking responsibility for the firm’s AML processes and policies. You will report directly to the MLRO and work closely with stakeholders across the business to ensure robust, compliant, and efficient client due diligence procedures. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic team and grow your career in a leading firm, all with the flexibility of one day a week in the office!

The firm is looking for a candidate with extensive experience in a similar AML role within a legal or accounting environment, ideally with a strong track record of managing teams and navigating complex onboarding scenarios.

The responsibilities will include :

• Leading and growing the client onboarding team
• Overseeing the AML onboarding process for all new clients
• Reviewing and conducting client due diligence checks and documentation
• Managing electronic ID checks and investigating system referrals
• Supporting internal stakeholders with onboarding queries and guidance
• Delivering and facilitating AML training across the firm