Hybrid AML Manager

at Arthur Cox LLP

• Job title: AML Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Dublin, Ireland

About the role

• AML Manager overseeing compliance and risk processes at leading Irish law firm Arthur Cox LLP. Handling client onboarding and adhering to regulatory obligations in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire AML and KYC process for new and existing clients.
• Screen all new clients, and ongoing monitoring of existing clients, analyse and review ID Pal submissions, World Check and adverse media reports.
• Ensure all reports are correctly risk assessed based on the results.
• Key internal point of contact for all queries arising under AML and the CJA 2010.
• Manage the 3E dashboard to ensure all AML Requests are processed in a timely fashion.
• Maintain and ensure completeness of AML records on the 3E system.
• Review AML Incomplete Reports and follow up with collection of AML documents.
• Oversee cleanup of Legacy AML matters on 3E to ensure all data is complete.
• Manage Section 150 monthly audits/Biannual Lookback Projects.
• Monitor the DAC6 mailbox and assist with DAC6 queries, and bulk changes.
• Compile and produce internal audit/compliance reports: AML High Risk Clients; AML Legacy Clients; Annual review of High-Risk Countries, S.150 and DAC6 reporting.
• Present the AML Manager update at Risk & Compliance weekly team meetings.
• Actively assisting the Head of Risk & Compliance to implement AML projects.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including GDPR, AML, Dept of Justice and Law Society guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records of AML checks, waivers, and internal compliance reviews.
• Firms Designated Person for the Register of Beneficial Owners platform.
• Firms Designated Person for the GoAML platform (Financial Intelligence Unit and Revenue Reporting Platform).
• Monitor and review High Risk Jurisdictions as set down by FATF/European Commission.
• Prepare compliance reports for senior leadership and regulatory bodies.
• Deliver and develop the AML Training schedule and issue firm-wide AML updates and bulletins.
• Monitor regulatory updates and develop policies and procedures as necessary.
• Develop and manage the Firms AML Risk and Compliance information pages on AC Net.
• Promote a culture of awareness and accountability across teams.
• Management and general oversight of AML administrators & junior team members.

Requirements

• Relevant legal compliance or related qualification preferable.
• 5+ years’ experience in AML compliance within a legal services environment.
• Strong understanding of Irish AML rules under the Criminal Justice Act 2010 (amended).
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks including GDPR and AML.
• **Key Competencies:**
• High ethical standards and sound judgment.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with discretion.
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational and documentation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Hybrid working arrangements