Senior Director, Global Business Acceptance & Compliance

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Root Dusseldorf is searching for an Associate Director of Business Acceptance. This senior role involves overseeing the firm’s business acceptance framework and ensuring compliance with UK and international AML regulations. You will work closely with legal, compliance, and risk teams as a trusted advisor on complex matters.

The role requires senior-level risk and compliance experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to lead teams effectively. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional looking to make an impact in a dynamic international law firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead new business intake, including AML and conflicts management.
• Ensure compliance with AML regulations across UK and international offices.
• Manage the firm's risk assessments and regulatory interactions.
• Act as Deputy MLRO overseeing suspicious activity reporting.
• Provide oversight on conflicts ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Lead and develop the team managing business acceptance processes.

Skills

Senior-level experience in risk and compliance within an international law firm

Knowledge of AML regulations, SRA requirements, and risk governance

Expertise in conflicts management

Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships

Leadership of large teams and operational functions

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Degree educated

Qualified solicitor or barrister

Job description

Taylor Root Dusseldorf is searching for an Associate Director of Business Acceptance. This senior role involves overseeing the firm’s business acceptance framework and ensuring compliance with UK and international AML regulations. You will work closely with legal, compliance, and risk teams as a trusted advisor on complex matters.

The role requires senior-level risk and compliance experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to lead teams effectively. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional looking to make an impact in a dynamic international law firm environment.