AML Team Leader

Sector:AML, Financial Crime & Sanctions, Audit, AML & Conflicts
Salary/Rate:up to £50,000
Job type:Permanent
Location:Manchester
Region:Greater Manchester
Reference:1139
Post Date:20. 05. 2025
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About the Role

We are working with a global real estate firm to hire an AML Team Leader based in Manchester. In this role, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the quality and accuracy of CDD and EDD work, providing sign-off on AML/KYC activity, and guiding the wider team on complex and high-risk cases.

The firm is looking for someone with at least 5 years of experience in AML, CDD, and KYC, and a minimum of 2 years in a Quality Assurance or sign-off capacity. Prior leadership experience is essential, as is a strong grasp of compliance standards and regulations within a professional services environment.

The responsibilities will include:

  • Reviewing and approving CDD work in line with regulatory standards
  • Conducting CDD checks where required, using internal systems and databases
  • Gathering and analysing information on individuals and corporate entities from third-party sources
  • Providing guidance on high-risk or complex cases
  • Engaging with stakeholders to clarify and gather required documentation
  • Ensuring timely completion of due diligence checks in accordance with internal policy
  • Managing sanctions alerts and contributing to their investigation and resolution
  • Supporting the wider compliance function with related ad-hoc tasks
  • Occasionally travelling between offices when necessary

They are seeking candidates with strong communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities with confidence. A collaborative mindset and the ability to build trust across teams is key to success in this role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a visible and influential position in a well-established firm. If you’re ready to take the next step in your AML career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more.

Not quite right for you? Check out the rest of our risk and compliance roles or give one of our friendly team a call on 0207 117 2542.

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