Compliance Manager, Finance & Banking

We are working with a highly respected and growing professional services firm to hire a Compliance Manager. In this role, you will take on a pivotal leadership position within the business support function, acting as the firm’s central point of expertise for client onboarding, ongoing due diligence, and offboarding.

The firm is looking for a proactive, detail-oriented professional with at least 2 years experience in AML in a regulated environment.

The responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing existing compliance procedures, recommending strategic improvements, and taking full operational ownership of the firm’s onboarding platform.
• Acting as a trusted internal advisor to Partners and business teams on complex onboarding and anti-money laundering matters.
• Leading, coaching, and developing the team to ensure a consistent, high-quality onboarding experience.
• Partnering with business lines to evaluate and resolve complex or high-risk client files and escalating issues where necessary.
• Designing, implementing, and managing a robust ongoing due diligence and periodic review framework for existing clients.
• Creating, documenting, and maintaining clear lifestyle policies, procedures, and training manuals in close collaboration with the MLRO and risk management team.
• Compiling critical internal compliance and data reports for the MLRO to ensure audit readiness.
• Identifying operational bottlenecks or regulatory risks within the onboarding pipeline and proactively driving solutions.