Senior AML Compliance Officer

A Senior AML Compliance Officer is responsible for leading financial crime compliance efforts within a legal and professional services environment, providing guidance on AML, sanctions, and broader compliance issues. The role involves designing and reviewing policies, managing complex client onboarding queries, and supporting internal and external audits, with technical skills in AML regulations and compliance frameworks. They collaborate closely with senior compliance teams and engage in regulatory interactions, including liaising with the Solicitors Regulation Authority and other bodies. The position requires excellent communication, analytical abilities, and a proactive approach to legal compliance and risk mitigation. Based mainly in Glasgow with flexible working arrangements, the role offers professional development opportunities in financial crime and regulatory compliance. It demands a professional with a minimum of three years' experience in AML or compliance roles within regulated environments, holding relevant qualifications in AML or legal practice.