Aml Compliance Manager

We have a fantastic opportunity with a leading commercial law firm who are seeking an AML Compliance Manager to join their Bristol office.
In this role, you will support the Compliance Department to strengthen their existing resources in this area, deliver a highly efficient, top-quality service to the firm's management and lawyers, and to support the business in providing exceptional service to its clients.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Lead the team, and oversee AML CDD, risk assessments, and ongoing monitoring.
Review and update the firm's AML risk assessment and source of funds checks.
Assist with the preparation of the annual AML report for the Board.
Stay current on AML and financial crime regulations and best practices.
Oversee the end-to-end client and matter opening process.
Contribute to ongoing enhancements of the CMI process.
Collaborate with stakeholders across departments involved in client onboarding.
Ensure regulations and firm requirements are implemented in systems and processes.
Lead the management of all client and matter inception systems, processes, and forms, coordinating and implementing improvements with colleagues.
Seek ways to reduce administrative load and improve process efficiency.
Ensure high data quality in all systems, resolve issues in processing requests and provide performance reports.
Work with the lawyers to maintain, enhance and implement new conflict search systems, policies, procedures and templates.
To apply for this role, you must have extensive knowledge of AML and sanctions requirements, ideally gained in a compliance role at a law firm.
Experience of leadership, excellent report writing and problem-solving skills are recommended.
To be considered for the role, please send us your CV.
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