Senior Manager - Policy & Advisory, Financial Crime

1w1 week ago

Herbert Smith Freehills

London, GB · Full-time · £130,000 – £170,000

About this role

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is a world-leading global law firm with exceptional client service at its core. We invest in longstanding client relationships and break new ground across 170 years. Our fully integrated transatlantic and transpacific presence covers key financial centres and growth hubs.

Excel in tackling complexity through demanding litigation, exacting regulatory work, and complex transactions. The Senior Manager role leads financial crime policy and advisory for UK, US, and EMEA. Provide expert AML/CTF and sanctions compliance guidance while developing robust policies.

Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture within the global team alongside leadership. Close collaboration with counterparts shapes a unified AML/CTF and sanctions compliance program. Oversee expert advice provision to ensure firm-wide regulatory adherence.

Stay informed on legislative changes to prepare effective responses and educate the team. Immersed in sectors impacting clients, we support people growth to deliver ambitions. Join to navigate financial crime challenges in a recognised leader.

Requirements

Expertise in financial crime policies, standards, and procedures across UK, US, and EMEA
Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices in AML/CTF and sanctions
Experience leading strategic compliance initiatives in global law or financial services firms
Ability to monitor and interpret legislative and regulatory developments in financial crime
Skills in developing and implementing AML/CTF compliance programs internationally
Proven collaboration with cross-jurisdictional teams on regulatory matters

Responsibilities

Support strategic development and implementation of financial crime policies, standards, and procedures for UK, US, and EMEA
Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture within the global team aligned with firm values
Collaborate with counterparts to agree on a global approach to AML/CTF and sanctions compliance program
Provide expert advice on AML/CTF and sanctions compliance ensuring adherence to regulations
Stay informed on legislative and regulatory changes and prepare the firm to respond effectively
Oversee provision of expert AML/CTF advice to the Firm maintaining compliance standards
Develop and maintain robust AML/CTF policies and procedures