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.
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.
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