AML Team Leader

Dentons is designed to be different. We are driven to always be the firm of the future, to challenge the status quo, and to provide holistic business solutions to our clients in new and innovative ways. We are the lightbulb moments. The bold ideas. We are the world's largest global law firm, with 12,000+ people across 80+ countries. Driven by the diverse perspectives of our people, our clients, and our communities, we combine local knowledge with global insight.

Purpose of the role

As the AML Team Leader, you will manage a team of AML Analysts, ensuring the workflow is handled in compliance with Dentons Europe policies and procedures as well as efficiently by providing support and direction.

• Managing a team of 12+ AML Analysts, supporting them in the gathering of the documentation and risk assessments obtained during client and matter opening processes.
• Implement and manage all necessary oversight controls ensuring the compliance of the law firm with applicable internal policies as well as procedures.
• Take ownership of rather complex cases and/or analyses, consulting with your line management.
• Oversee sanctions and PEP list screening process.
• Conduct continuous quality checks and provide feedback to the team.
• Set the direction for the team and establish individual targets aligned with the overall Risk Europe strategic goals and service level agreements.
• Hold development dialogues with direct reports, setting and monitoring technical and soft skill targets.
• Provide continuous feedback and conduct annual reviews, following up on targets.
• Foster knowledge sharing within the team and the broader organization.

• A degree in a relevant field such as Law, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred.
• 5 years of experience performing AML/KYC reviews, preferably in the legal services industry.
• Proven experience managing a team of AML Analysts.
• Good knowledge of the current and new regulations in the EU.
• Fluent in English, and knowledge of any other European language would be an advantage.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and management in a discrete and confidential manner.
• Confidence and persuasiveness, with the ability to motivate colleagues and support the embedding of positive compliance and risk management culture.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Learning and development

• Personal development plan will be agreed on an annual basis.
• Attendance to internal training including webinars, workshops and workgroups as may be required.
• Attendance at external seminars and training events as may be required.
• You will receive training on a day-to-day basis by coaching and mentoring.

• Private medical healthcare provided by Medicover.
• MultiSport card.
• Benefit Cafeteria system.
• Veterinary care for your pet provided by PetHelp. 
• Option to join a private insurance plan.
• An additional day off for your birthday. 
• Tailored learning & development opportunities. 
• Hybrid work model with a modern office in Warsaw city center.

Diversity & Inclusion
Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and encouraging diversity. This is right for our staff and for our business.
Our promotion of diversity helps us achieve our aims: by creating and maintaining a firm-wide culture of inclusion, the unique talents and potential of all our workforce can be recognised, encouraged and supported.
Diversity and Inclusion are becoming increasingly important to our clients and many now seek appropriate assurance that we match their own corporate aspirations in this regard.
We are proud that in the Firm's most recent staff engagement survey 78% of respondents felt that we have an inclusive culture which respects individual differences and that everyone is given equal opportunities for career development.
Equal Opportunities
Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. If, as a result of a disability, you believe that there are aspects of the recruitment process or job that you would find more difficult than a non-disabled person, please tell us as soon as possible. We will then be able to discuss with you any reasonable adjustments that could be made to the recruitment process or the job itself.