Associate Director of Business Acceptance

Associate Director of Business Acceptance

Location: London

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced risk and compliance professional to step into a senior leadership role within an international law firm environment.

As Associate Director of Business Acceptance, you will play a key role in overseeing the firm's business acceptance framework across multiple jurisdictions. This is a strategic and hands-on position, combining leadership, regulatory oversight, and commercial decision-making.

You will work closely with senior stakeholders across risk, compliance, and legal teams globally, acting as a trusted advisor on complex AML, conflicts, and regulatory matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of new business intake, including AML, conflicts, and engagement terms
• Ensure compliance with AML regulations across the UK and international offices
• Take ownership of firm-wide risk assessments, audits, and regulatory interactions, including SRA
• Act as Deputy MLRO, managing suspicious activity reporting processes
• Serve as Anti-Bribery & Corruption Officer and Sanctions Officer
• Oversee conflicts processes, ensuring alignment with UK and international regulatory requirements
• Lead and develop a team
• Partner with global stakeholders to resolve cross-border conflicts and compliance matters
• Drive improvements in processes, systems, and technology within the intake function

Key Skills and Experience

• Senior-level experience in risk and compliance within an international law firm
• Strong knowledge of AML regulations, SRA requirements, and risk governance
• Proven expertise in conflicts management, including exposure to both UK and US frameworks
• Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships across jurisdictions
• Ability to balance commercial priorities with regulatory obligations
• Demonstrated leadership of large teams and operational functions
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Qualifications

• Degree educated
• Qualified solicitor, barrister, or experienced risk professional

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