An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a long-established law firm as Head of Compliance and Risk.
In this MLCO role you will be accountable for managing a broad range of risk and compliance duties which focus on ensuring that the firm’s regulatory obligations and risk management objectives are fulfilled.
By joining this firm you will be offered a varied and rewarding experience and a supportive environment, where talent is nurtured. Both full time and reduced hours can be considered for this opportunity.
Responsibilities will include:
Reviewing prospective new business and providing guidance in respect of client due diligence requirements, risk assessments and any other AML/CFT related matters
Supporting the Partners on embedding a risk aware culture
Providing support and training to staff to build risk awareness within the organisation
Assessing the businesses future ventures to identify potential compliance risks
Assisting the firm with the review of complex new business providing guidance in respect of; client due diligence and risk assessments before agreeing new business take on
Experience and skills required:
The applicant should hold a minimum of the ICA Diploma or equivalent in International Compliance and/or Anti Money Laundering
Ideally minimum of 5 years’ experience within compliance
Ability to demonstrate evidence of strong partner management skills, ideally gained within a professional services environment
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from the senior team and clients
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
If you’d like to find out more information about this opportunity, please call us on 01534 626777 or email jobs@rowlands.co.uk
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at all times.