AML & Conflicts Officer

THE COMPANY:

We have been instructed by an international law firm in their search for an AML & Conflicts Officer.  The purpose of the role is to provide support in the completion of Business Acceptance tasks, predominantly focusing on conflict searches and new business intake/matter openings.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analysing conflict search results to identify potential regulatory and/or commercial conflicts and facilitating the resolution of these, utilising Intapp Open software.
• Managing incoming requests for new client and new matter openings.
• Researching new clients for CDD purposes and assisting fee-earners in obtaining the information and documentation required for this purpose.
• Implementing and maintaining information barriers.
• Conducting sanctions screening.
• Working closely with other business support functions, including IT and Accounts.
• Assisting with the testing of software upgrades linked to the Business Acceptance team, such as the upgrade of Intapp Open.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• A strong understanding of Anti-Money Laundering legislation and conflicts rules applicable in all jurisdictions in which the firm operates.
• Confidence in presenting to senior stakeholders within the business.
• Strong research skills and familiarity with widely used data providers such as Bureau van Dijk/Orbis, Companies House and Accuity.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively.
• A desire to build on existing knowledge and adapt to changes in processes and procedures quickly.

For further information please contact Caitlynn Fourie