Senior Manager, Financial Crime & AML Compliance

Irwin Mitchell LLP; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified solicitor to be a subject matter expert in financial crime prevention. This role involves overseeing compliance with financial regulations, managing high-risk approvals, and educating internal stakeholders about anti-money laundering matters. Candidates should possess strong investigative skills and excellent communication abilities. The firm offers generous holidays, pension schemes, and well-being initiatives to support employees.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Generous and flexible pension schemes

Two days of paid volunteering per year

Health membership benefits

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with specialist knowledge in financial crime matters.
• Demonstrate strong investigative experience pertaining to Suspicious Activity Reporting.
• Must have strong communication skills to explain complex topics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance with MLR 2017 and other financial crime requirements.
• Respond to disclosures related to possible money laundering or terrorist financing.
• Educate internal teams on financial crime prevention matters.

Skills

Subject matter expertise in anti-money laundering

Strong investigative analysis

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Influencing skills

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

A leading law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified solicitor to be a subject matter expert in financial crime prevention. This role involves overseeing compliance with financial regulations, managing high-risk approvals, and educating internal stakeholders about anti-money laundering matters. Candidates should possess strong investigative skills and excellent communication abilities. The firm offers generous holidays, pension schemes, and well-being initiatives to support employees.