AML & Compliance Team Lead - International Law Firm
Published on 03/12/2025
Austin Bright
- Luxembourg, Luxembourg (Canton)
- Legal
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Are you a seasoned legal professional with a passion for regulatory compliance and team leadership? Do you want to shape the AML strategy of a top-tier international law firm across Europe?
Our client, a prestigious European law firm with a strong global presence, is seeking an AML Manager to lead and coordinate its EU AML operations from Luxembourg. This is a unique opportunity to influence compliance standards across multiple jurisdictions while managing a high-performing, multicultural team.
Why this role is exceptional:
- Prestige and influence: Join a leading law firm advising top global institutions.
- Strategic impact: Shape AML policies and best practices across Europe.
- Leadership: Guide, mentor, and develop a skilled compliance team.
- International collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across the firm's European offices and worldwide network.
- Career growth: Continuous professional development and leadership progression.
Your responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate the EU AML team, ensuring smooth cross-border operations.
- Maintain, update, and implement the EU AML Manual and compliance framework.
- Serve as the key point of escalation for complex AML and regulatory matters.
- Conduct AML reviews and operational compliance tasks as needed.
- Deliver team training and drive strategic development initiatives.
- Interpret and apply new legal requirements under European AML standards.
Your profile:
- Fully qualified lawyer in an EU jurisdiction.
- Minimum 3 years' AML experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
- Proven leadership and people management capabilities.
- Strong knowledge of European AML regulations and frameworks.
- Fluent in English and at least one other European language.
The offer:
- Competitive compensationthat can reach 100k reflecting your experience and expertise.
- A senior leadership position within a respected international law firm.
- Influence over AML strategy for a high-profile, multinational client base.
- Exposure to complex, cross-border matters of strategic importance.
- Strong support for ongoing professional development and career progression.
