Anti-Money Laundering Associate Director | London, UK

RSM; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an experienced Anti-Money Laundering Associate Director to join their London office. This pivotal role involves enhancing client acceptance procedures and ensuring compliance with AML regulations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in interpreting legislation and developing policies, alongside excellent communication skills. With flexible working arrangements and a focus on professional development, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you're detail-oriented and enjoy building relationships, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

27 days of holiday

Comprehensive wellbeing benefits

Access to professional development courses

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in AML and CDD within regulated environments.
• Strong ability to interpret legislation and develop practical policies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor operational metrics and enhance AML-related processes.
• Review high-risk matters and advise client teams on AML issues.

Skills

Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

Customer Due Diligence (CDD)

Legislation Interpretation

Communication Skills

Job description

Anti-Money Laundering Associate Director

We are seeking an experienced Anti-Money Laundering Associate Director to join our team.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

Working within our central specialist Anti-Money Laundering ("AML") team, part of our risk, compliance, and assurance divisions, you will perform critical operational tasks supporting service line teams in client evaluation and due diligence processes.

As RSM evolves into a Digital First business, this role offers a unique opportunity to transform our client acceptance procedures, a vital and regulated aspect of our operations.

This position is crucial as it involves initial client interactions with RSM's systems and processes, emphasizing efficiency, effectiveness, and a premium client experience.

If you possess a keen eye for detail, excel in customer service, and enjoy building relationships within a large organization, this role could be ideal for you.

The role is based in our London office, with occasional travel to other UK locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitoring operational metrics and enhancing AML-related processes and policies.
• Reviewing escalated high-risk matters, advising client teams on sanctions and other AML issues.
• Facilitating firmwide AML risk assessments in collaboration with Money Laundering Compliance Principals.
• Leading quality control activities, including sample reviews and feedback provision.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Extensive experience interpreting legislation and guidance to develop practical policies, especially in CDD and AML within regulated environments.
• Excellent communication skills—clear, concise, and precise.
• Curious, detail-oriented, and a team player.

What We Offer:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• 27 days of holiday, with options to purchase additional days.
• Comprehensive wellbeing benefits, including financial tools, electric car schemes, and virtual GP access.
• Access to over 300 on-demand courses for professional development.

This role is a permanent position based in London. Join us and boost your career with RSM UK.