AML Team Manager

Solicitors Regulation Authority; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal regulatory body is seeking an AML Team Manager to lead a team of professionals in conducting AML investigations and engagement. You will ensure resources are effectively managed, that KPIs are met, and contribute to strategic decisions. Ideal candidates will have strong AML knowledge, team management experience, and the ability to communicate effectively at senior levels. The position offers a flexible working pattern with a competitive salary and benefits, including a generous pension scheme and additional 3% towards lifestyle benefits.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Employee discount vouchers

Life Assurance cover

Income Protection

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of AML law and related regulations.
• Experience in mentoring and coaching professionals.
• Proven track record in resolving complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team conducting proactive AML engagement.
• Schedule and resource AML activities while meeting KPIs.
• Contribute to team strategy and ensure supervisory role.

Skills

Team management

Knowledge of AML law

Conducting investigations

Effective communication

Operational management

Job description

AML Team Manager

Contract Type
Permanent

Working Pattern
Full time - flexible working may be considered

Working Hours
35 hours per week

Salary
£68,366.78 Per Annum

Location Options
Birmingham with part of the week working from home

Function Type
Investigations, Regulation

Are you an individual with knowledge of AML law, experience of managing a team and conducting investigations? The AML Proactive Supervision Team is looking for an AML Team Manager.

The role

The AML Team Manager will lead a team of AML Associates and Officers conducting proactive AML engagement on a desk basis and on-site. The role holder will also carry out some high risk inspections.

You will have responsibility for scheduling and resourcing AML resources within the team and ensuring team KPIs are met, whilst providing excellent leadership and development to team members. Working as part of the AML management team you will make meaningful and informed contributions to the strategy and performance of the teams; ensure we are carrying out our role as a supervisory authority and contribute to new and innovative ways of working

You will make sure that all AML engagement with firms is conducted fairly, proportionately and in a timely manner and that specific thematic projects involving high quality proactive engagement will be delivered in a supportive and collaborative manner providing added value to the business.

The successful applicant will have in depth knowledge of AML law and practice, experience of managing a team, and direct experience of conducting regulatory investigations.

This is a snapshot of what the role entails. Please review the Role Profile for full details on the outcomes expected and skills and experience required.

This is a full-time hybrid role based in Birmingham. Regular travel will be required in this role across England and Wales.

What we're looking for

• Experience of managing a team and mentoring and coaching other professionals
• Detailed knowledge of anti-money laundering law and practice: and other key legislation such as the Money Laundering Regulations and Proceeds of Crime Act
• Direct experience of conducting investigations
• Communicate effectively at senior levels
• Track record of leading and delivering solutions and taking accountability for the successful resolution of highly complex issues
• Strong experience of managing operational activities and ensuring KPI's are managed
• Pro‑active approach to cases and projects
• An additional 3% of annual basic salary to spend on benefits that suit your lifestyle
• A generous pension scheme - We will contribute 1½ - 2 times your contribution, up to 12.25%. So, if you contribute 7%, you will enjoy the maximum combined contribution of 19.25%
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and buy/sell/save holiday trading scheme.
• Access to employee discount vouchers for savings on High Street brands, travel and supermarkets.
• Life Assurance cover of 4 times basic salary.
• Income Protection

To Apply

Please submit a CV and Cover Letter, evidencing how your knowledge skills and experience meet the essential criteria listed under the 'what we're looking for' session. The closing date for applications is xxxxxx.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity before applying, please contact Head of AML Proactive Supervision Mandeep Sandhu.

The SRA is the independent regulator of solicitors and law firms in England and Wales, protecting consumers and supporting the rule of law and the administration of justice. We do this by overseeing all education and training requirements necessary to practise as a solicitor, licensing individuals and firms to practise, setting the standards of the profession and regulating and enforcing compliance against these standards.

We offer an inclusive, supportive and friendly working environment and the chance to develop your career within a professional organisation. We are committed to the health and wellbeing of staff, helping everyone to strike a good balance between personal and professional life.

Additionally, we provide a generous flexible benefits package, an excellent defined contribution pension scheme and an additional 3% of annual basic salary upon successful completion of probation.

Attached Role Profile

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Vacancy closing date: 28/01/2026, 23:55

The Solicitors Regulation Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Diversity and inclusion is central to everything we do. We are actively committed to promoting and participating in good practice in the way that we attract, recruit and retain staff.

Everyone is encouraged to bring their whole self to work because we appreciate the value that a truly diverse workforce brings to an organisation. We celebrate difference, recognising the benefits this brings to our inclusive culture, including age, disability, gender identity and expression, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation and socio economic background.