Head of Business Acceptance (Conflicts and AML)

Head of Business Acceptance (Conflicts and AML)An award-winning international law firm is seeking a dynamic and strategic Head 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. Reporting directly to the Director of Risk, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the firm''s reputation and supporting its global growth through expert risk management and innovative thinking.Highly lucrative salary + excellent benefitsHybrid working structure (3 days office, 2 remotely) on a full-time 9.30-5.30 basisUltra-modern office space close to City ThameslinkThe Head of Business Acceptance will be responsible for a team of circa 25 analysts across AML and Conflicts and will be supported by a Business Acceptance Manager who has day-to-day responsibility for the management of the team who are mainly based there.Key responsibilitiesOverall day-to-day responsibility for Business Acceptance within the firm, including acting as a point of escalation where necessary for the Business Acceptance and the Senior Analysts. Occasional visits to other offices are likely to be required.Acting as deputy MLRO and supporting the MLRO with a range of relevant issues, including dealing with internal suspicious activity reports and external SARs. There is support within the ..... full job details .....