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Position Description:
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, an international law firm, is actively recruiting an AML Manager in the London office. This position is a specialty leadership position within the firm’s Business Intake and Conflicts team, under the supervision of the Office of General Counsel and also reporting to the firm-appointed Money Laundering Compliance and Reporting Officers in all jurisdictions. The AML Manager supports and promotes firm’s fulfillment of professional and regulatory responsibilities to abstain from any action or representation that would facilitate money laundering or the financing of terrorist activities or the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. Functions as an adjunct to the firm’s Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorist Finance Policy Committee (AML Committee). Demonstrates a drive and desire to enhance the internal and external client service experience, advancing innovation and change.
Position Responsibilities And Accountabilities:
Position Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Recognized AML and/or compliance certifications preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in managing a compliance process, issue, or team with a minimum of 3 years in a UK-based position primarily focused on business intake and client due diligence processes in a law firm or professional services firm.
Other Minimum Qualifications: Initial training time in US-based office and some travel thereafter may be required. Availability and willingness to work hours as needed to meet client needs and critical deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications. Experience with corporate research and workflow management platforms. Strong commitment to client service excellence and teamwork. Must possess the highest standards of ethical conduct and professionalism. Must act as catalyst for change, drive and own results. Creative and innovative. Excellent communication skills (oral, written and listening) and ability to collaborate effectively with diverse group of professionals. Sound judgment and flexibility. Ability to work well under pressure, patience, diplomacy, high stress tolerance, excellent interpersonal communication skills, ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing conditions. Visual acuity needed to process and read extensive written communications. Ability to receive and convey detailed information through oral communication. Essential competency processes include language ability, reasoning and memory. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must possess the abilities or aptitudes to proficiently perform each of the responsibilities and accountabilities described above.
To apply, please send your CV and a motivation letter to JLorimer@huntonak.com. All submissions will be treated with the utmost discretion and professionalism.