Hybrid AML Compliance Lead – Legal & Real Estate

QED Legal LLP; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Surrey seeks a Compliance Manager to lead AML compliance firm-wide. You'll update policies and provide guidance to fee-earners while supporting internal audits. The ideal candidate has a strong financial crime background and excellent communication skills. The position offers a salary up to £65k, hybrid working, and generous employee benefits including 25 days' holiday, health insurance, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Up to £65k salary

Hybrid working

25 days holiday + BHs + Christmas closure + Birthday off

Life assurance & healthcare

Pension scheme & travel loans

Qualifications

• Strong AML / financial-crime background, ideally in the legal sector.
• Deep knowledge of MLR 2017, Bribery Act 2010, Criminal Finances Act 2017, SRA Code.
• Organised, analytical, and a clear communicator.

Responsibilities

• Lead AML and financial-crime compliance firm-wide.
• Update policies & procedures to meet UK regulations.
• Provide AML and sanctions guidance to fee-earners.

Skills

AML compliance

Financial crime knowledge

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Job description

A regional law firm in Surrey seeks a Compliance Manager to lead AML compliance firm-wide. You'll update policies and provide guidance to fee-earners while supporting internal audits. The ideal candidate has a strong financial crime background and excellent communication skills. The position offers a salary up to £65k, hybrid working, and generous employee benefits including 25 days' holiday, health insurance, and a pension scheme.