Director of Business Acceptance (Conflicts and AML)

Director of Business Acceptance (Conflicts and 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 benefitsHybrid working structure (3 days office, 2 remotely) on a full-time 9.30am-5.30pm basisUltra-modern office space close to City ThameslinkDirector of Business Acceptance Key Responsibilities:Lead the firm''s Business Acceptance function, acting as the primary escalation point and overseeing the teamServe as Deputy MLRO, supporting AML and financial crime matters, including internal reports and SARsLiaise with the US Conflicts team and supervise London-based analysts supporting US conflicts processesMonitor and implement changes in relevant legislation, regulations, policies and proceduresAct as the firm''s Anti-Bribery and Corruption Officer, providing guidance and overseeing gifts and hospitality complianceOversee preparation of the annual AML Risk Assessment and Independent AML AuditBuild strong relationships across business services teams and contribute to operational initiativesDeliver risk and compliance training across the firm as requiredDirector of Business Acceptance Skills and Requirements: Qualified solicitor ..... full job details .....