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Director of Business Acceptance – Conflicts & AML – International Law Firm – Highly Lucrative Salary

  • Job Type :

    Permanent

    Full-Time

  • Salary : Generous

Director of Business Acceptance (Conflicts & AML)

An award-winning international law firm is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Business Acceptance to join its growing Risk function. This newly created leadership role offers a unique opportunity to shape and drive the firm’s approach to Conflicts and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) across the UK and EMEA, while collaborating closely with colleagues in the US.

  • Highly lucrative salary + excellent benefits
  • Hybrid working structure (3 days office, 2 remotely) on a full-time 9.30am-5.30pm basis
  • Ultra-modern office space close to City Thameslink

Director of Business Acceptance Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the firm’s Business Acceptance function, acting as the primary escalation point and overseeing the team
  • Serve as Deputy MLRO, supporting AML and financial crime matters, including internal reports and SARs
  • Liaise with the US Conflicts team and supervise London-based analysts supporting US conflicts processes
  • Monitor and implement changes in relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures
  • Act as the firm’s Anti-Bribery & Corruption Officer, providing guidance and overseeing gifts and hospitality compliance
  • Oversee preparation of the annual AML Risk Assessment and Independent AML Audit
  • Build strong relationships across business services teams and contribute to operational initiatives
  • Deliver risk and compliance training across the firm as required

Director of Business Acceptance Skills & Requirements:

  • Qualified solicitor or barrister or an experienced risk professional within a law firm
  • Able to demonstrate understanding of the risks faced by an international commercial law firm
  • Ability to manage the resolution of legal and commercial conflicts of interest with regards to the applicable regulatory requirements
  • Experience of the US ABA conflict of interest roles will be an advantage
  • Shares knowledge across the team, and provides ongoing instruction and support

Jack Waldron

Director of Recruitment

jwaldron@larbeyevans.com020 7073 7812View My Profile

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