Our client, a leading international law firm is wishing to recruit an AML lawyer to support the EMEA AML Manager and Global Head of AML/CDD. The role will be to advise, design and implement effective controls and policies to ensure the firm and its staff comply with applicable anti-money laundering laws and regulations, international financial sanctions and professional conduct rules and best practice in relation to new business intake processes.

Responsibilities

• Keeping up to date with applicable AML laws and regulations globally and advising on how these changes affect the Firm and its processes
• Advising on the application of international financial sanctions and obtaining licenses
• Handling all types of CDD and client care issues with minimal supervision
• Handling complex matter opening issues including taking into account local legal requirements (as applicable)
• Reviewing and drafting documents including engagement letters, client terms and NDAs
• Assisting with the review and approval of all new matters and clients
• Assisting with basic data protection queries
• Assisting with regulatory AML audits
• Advising on complex inter-office working arrangements
• Understanding the relevant rules regarding billing and seek tax advice where necessary
• Drafting, maintaining and implementing AML policies and procedures
• Providing a 'concierge' service to partners by liaising with clients directly on AML issues, either in person, on the phone or in writing.
• Assisting with AML investigations and reporting Suspicious Activity Reports
• Develop internal AML awareness and establish effective training programmes
• Assists on projects supporting the EMEA AML Manager and the Global Head of AML/CDD