Senior AML & Financial Crime Lead - Flexible Location

Ampa Group; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal services firm seeks a Senior AML Compliance Officer to enhance their Risk & Compliance team in Birmingham. This role requires strong expertise in AML and financial crime compliance, along with a commitment to regulatory standards. The successful candidate will drive compliance processes, engage stakeholders, and contribute to a collaborative culture. This is a flexible position with occasional office attendance required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in AML or compliance roles within a law firm.
• Qualified solicitor or experience in an in-house Risk & Compliance team.
• Strong experience in AML, sanctions, and financial crime compliance.

Responsibilities

• Drive AML, sanctions, CDD/KYC, and client onboarding processes.
• Support the design and review of policies and risk assessments.
• Act as a subject-matter expert for AML and regulatory requirements.

Skills

AML compliance

Financial crime compliance

Regulatory standards

Stakeholder engagement

Investigative skills

Communication skills

Education

Professional AML qualification (e.g., ICA AML Diploma)

Job description

A leading legal services firm seeks a Senior AML Compliance Officer to enhance their Risk & Compliance team in Birmingham. This role requires strong expertise in AML and financial crime compliance, along with a commitment to regulatory standards. The successful candidate will drive compliance processes, engage stakeholders, and contribute to a collaborative culture. This is a flexible position with occasional office attendance required.