AML Team Leader

AJ FOX COMPLIANCE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AJ FOX COMPLIANCE is seeking an AML Team Leader in London to oversee CDD and EDD processes. The ideal candidate will possess at least 5 years of AML experience and have strong leadership skills. This role involves managing due diligence, providing guidance on high-risk cases, and ensuring compliance standards are met, making it a key position in a well-established firm.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in AML, CDD, and KYC.
• Minimum of 2 years in a Quality Assurance or sign-off capacity.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the quality and accuracy of CDD and EDD work.
• Reviewing and approving CDD work in line with regulatory standards.
• Guiding the wider team on complex and high-risk cases.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Communication

Job description

This range is provided by AJ FOX COMPLIANCE. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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We specialize in helping law firms build top-tier Risk and Compliance teams. We provide expert guidance and connect professionals in the Risk and…

We are working with a global real estate firm to hire an AML Team Leader based in London. In this role, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the quality and accuracy of CDD and EDD work, providing sign-off on AML/KYC activity, and guiding the wider team on complex and high-risk cases.

The firm is looking for someone with at least 5 years of experience in AML, CDD, and KYC, and a minimum of 2 years in a Quality Assurance or sign-off capacity. Prior leadership experience is essential, as is a strong grasp of compliance standards and regulations within a professional services environment.

The responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and approving CDD work in line with regulatory standards
• Conducting CDD checks where required, using internal systems and databases
• Gathering and analysing information on individuals and corporate entities from third-party sources
• Providing guidance on high-risk or complex cases
• Engaging with stakeholders to clarify and gather required documentation
• Ensuring timely completion of due diligence checks in accordance with internal policy
• Managing sanctions alerts and contributing to their investigation and resolution
• Supporting the wider compliance function with related ad-hoc tasks
• Occasionally travelling between offices when necessary

They are seeking candidates with strong communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities with confidence. A collaborative mindset and the ability to build trust across teams is key to success in this role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a visible and influential position in a well-established firm.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your AML career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more.

Not quite right for you? Check out the rest of our risk and compliance roles or give one of our friendly team a call on 0207 117 2542.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services and Law Practice

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