Anti-Money Laundering Team Leader
Nigel Wright Group
Anti-Money Laundering Team Leader
27 February by Nigel Wright Group
The Opportunity
Nigel Wright are delighted to be partnered with our client, a leading Professional Services organisation in Newcastle as they look to appoint an Anti-Money Laundering Team Leader.
This is a newly created role to manage and support the day-to-day activities of the Risk and Compliance Analysts whilst overseeing the operational performance of the team.
Key Responsibilities
About you
Next Steps
Please contact or for further details.
Nigel Wright are delighted to be partnered with our client, a leading Professional Services organisation in Newcastle as they look to appoint an Anti-Money Laundering Team Leader.
This is a newly created role to manage and support the day-to-day activities of the Risk and Compliance Analysts whilst overseeing the operational performance of the team.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee central mailboxes for risk-related queries, ensuring response SLAs are met. Supervise workloads, priorities, and efficiency of the Risk & Compliance Analysts
- Oversee the day-to-day management of the Analysts
- Provide technical KYC/CDD/AML and sanctions advice where required whilst collaborating with the AML Manager and Director of Risk & Compliance to ensure effective handling of compliance matters
- Act as main point of contact for escalated client onboarding queries including risk assessments
- Communicate with stakeholders across the business to ensure continuity with compliance across client onboarding
- Provide updates on trends identified ensuring colleagues are up to date on any changes to AML laws and regulations
- Provide support to the AML Manager on any reporting requirements
- Implement actions from internal audits of compliance with the business requirements across AML, CTF and sanctions
- Oversee the Client Due Diligence process and provide advice on complex CDD queries
- Providing induction and training to colleagues as and when required
About you
- Previous line management experience alongside an interest in developing a small team
- Extensive and proven experience in KYC/AML/CDD and sanctions ideally in professional services
- Strong knowledge of AML, CTF and sanctions regulations
- The ability to multi-task and delegate within a small team
- Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking and problem solving skills
- Great communication and interpersonal skills
Next Steps
Please contact or for further details.
Reference: 54547431