Arthur Cox LLP

AML Manager

Arthur Cox LLP

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Dublin • 🇮🇪 Ireland

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Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

About the role

  • - 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

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
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Soft skills
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Certifications
legal compliance qualificationAML certification