AML Officer

Search Consultancy LTD; Cupar; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Search Consultancy are delighted to be working with a well-established law firm in Cupar to recruit an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance Officer on a permanent, part-time basis (3 days per week).

The successful candidate will oversee the firm's AML compliance framework, ensuring compliance with Law Society of Scotland AML Rules and Guidance, and provide support and training to staff across the business on AML matters.

Qualifications

• Experience in AML, compliance, risk or regulatory duties within a legal environment.
• Knowledge of Law Society of Scotland AML Rules and Guidance.
• Strong understanding of UK AML legislation and requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to assess compliance risks.
• Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the firm's AML compliance function.
• Ensure adherence to relevant AML rules and guidance.
• Conduct client and matter risk assessments.
• Review and monitor CDD and EDD procedures.
• Maintain and update AML policies and controls.
• Carry out file reviews and internal audits.
• Act as the main AML queries contact across the firm.
• Provide AML training and guidance to staff.
• Identify and escalate compliance risks.
• Produce compliance reports and maintain AML records.

Skills

AML compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Law/Compliance qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance Officer

Cupar, Fife based Part-Time role (3 days per week)

Permanent Flexible working pattern

35,000 - 45,000 pro rata + benefits (depending on experience)

Search Consultancy are delighted to be working exclusively with a well-established and highly respected Law firm based in Cupar to recruit an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance Officer on a permanent, part-time basis.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the firm's AML compliance framework, ensuring full compliance with the Law Society of Scotland AML Rules and Guidance, and providing support and advice to staff across the business on all AML-related matters.

This role would ideally suit an experienced AML or Compliance professional with previous experience within the legal sector who is looking to join a reputable firm in a flexible, autonomous position.

Duties involved in this role will include:

• Managing and overseeing the firm's AML compliance function
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant Law Society of Scotland AML Rules, Guidance and regulatory requirements
• Conducting client and matter risk assessments
• Reviewing and monitoring Client Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) procedures
• Maintaining and updating AML policies, procedures and controls
• Carrying out file reviews and internal compliance audits
• Acting as a key point of contact for AML-related queries across the firm
• Delivering guidance and training to staff on AML obligations and regulatory developments
• Identifying and escalating areas of compliance risk where appropriate
• Producing compliance reports and maintaining accurate AML records

In order to be considered for this role your skills and experience should include:

• Previous experience within an AML, Compliance, Risk or Regulatory role within a legal environment - this experience is ESSENTIAL
• Thorough knowledge of the Law Society of Scotland AML Rules and Guidance
• Strong understanding of UK anti-money laundering legislation and regulatory requirements
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify and assess compliance risks
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive and confident approach to problem-solving and decision-making
• Strong IT skills including experience using Microsoft Office applications

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.