MLRO & Head of AML Compliance – Hybrid/Remote

Walker & Dunlop, Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supplemental health insurance

Pension plan

Mental health services

Job summary

Walker & Dunlop seeks an experienced Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to lead the financial crime compliance program for its EMEA Capital Markets activities across Europe.

The role requires UK AML expertise, 8+ years in financial crime, and collaboration with FCA, HMRC, and regulators to expand risk-managed growth across jurisdictions. Hybrid working with regional leadership support is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Law or related field.
• CAMS, ICA Diploma or equivalent certification.
• 8+ years of experience in financial crime compliance or AML.
• Experience investigating SARs through NCA portal.
• Experience engaging with FCA, HMRC, law enforcement and regulators across EU.
• Experience as designated AML/CTF officer or equivalent in EU jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as UK MLRO, Nominated Officer, and AML Compliance Officer as applicable.
• Lead and maintain EMEA AML/CTF program, including sanctions and financial crime controls.
• Investigate SARs and determine disclosures to NCA and authorities.
• Develop and maintain financial crime policies, risk assessments, and governance frameworks.
• Establish and oversee CDD/EDD, beneficial ownership verification, screening and monitoring processes.
• Provide risk assessments and regulatory guidance to senior leadership.

Skills

AML/CTF compliance

Regulatory reporting

Internal investigations

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree

CAMS or ICA Diploma

Job description

Walker & Dunlop seeks an experienced Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to lead the financial crime compliance program for its EMEA Capital Markets activities across Europe.

The role requires UK AML expertise, 8+ years in financial crime, and collaboration with FCA, HMRC, and regulators to expand risk-managed growth across jurisdictions. Hybrid working with regional leadership support is offered.