In that role you will be assisting the Blackman Terry management to ensure regulatory compliance, compliant client management and manage the digital footprint of the firm.
The firm is looking for a candidate with extensive experience in a similar Anti Money Laundering (AML) role within a legal or accounting environment, ideally with a strong track record of managing teams and navigating complex onboarding scenarios. You are a commercially minded business graduate with in-depth experience in AML compliance and a deepened skillset in public relations, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) and digital marketing. You are also a strong communicator who can work with stakeholders across all levels. A solid understanding of the confidentiality principle is key in this position.
We are seeking an individual with excellent communication skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. A sharp eye for detail, sound judgment, and a collaborative mindset are essential.
Your main tasks and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Lead the day-to-day operations of the client onboarding function, taking responsibility for the firm's AML processes and policies. You will report directly to the MLRO and work closely with stakeholders across the business to ensure robust, compliant, and efficient client due diligence procedures
Support adherence to all internal and external governance frameworks, policies, and compliance requirements within a regulated sector
Completing on-boarding of new clients, including document collection, AML checks, documenting client risk assessments and issuing letters of engagement
Leading the client onboarding team
Overseeing the AML onboarding process for all new clients and monitoring the KYC process for existing clients
Reviewing and conducting client due diligence checks and documentation
Managing electronic ID checks and investigating system referrals
Supporting internal stakeholders with onboarding and KYC documentation queries and guidance
Delivering and facilitating AML training across the firm
Ensuring ongoing monitoring of clients including PEPs and sanctions checks
Conducting internal audits and ensuring compliance with PSC reporting requirements
Staying current with AML legislation and maintaining firm-wide policies and procedures
Maintaining/updating task tracking and client information in various systems and databases
Performing client risk assessments and determine EDD requirements if and when required under supervision of the MLRO; perform and document EDDs for High Risk clients
Communicating with staff and back-office about compliance related duties and providing support to staff and back-office staff as and when required
Working with compliance management to ensure Blackman Terry performs and documents all regulatory compliance tasks and obligations
Develop, implement, and manage social media strategy and deliverables, based on social media growth drivers and audience behaviours
Oversee strategy & Creating, scheduling and posting of impactful Social Media content across all relevant social channels (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn etc.): content calendar, content creation, community engagement, reputation management.
Help define social media Success Metrics & KPIs and monitor the success of social media activities and campaigns
Set up and maintain Meta Campaign, Conversions API, ensure tracking and data integrity; align with GDPR / privacy regulations.
Maintaining the Blackman Terry website including updates or creation of new content in collaboration with our accountants
Optimize landing pages, content pages, ad landing experiences for conversion
Develop and own the end-to-end SEO roadmap
Oversee and manage Paid Search and Google Ads to complement organic search, select and optimize keyword match types; manage negatives to reduce wasted spend and ensure conversion tracking for optimisation of ad traffic
Strategize and execute high quality backlink acquisition, outreach, digital PR
Plan and execute newsletter/blog outreach campaigns to subscribers/clients to nurture relationships, drive repeat traffic and conversions.
Segment audience lists, personalise content, optimise subject lines/copy/CTAs; ensure good deliverability, minimal unsubscribes.
Use email analytics (open rate, CTR, conversion) to feed back into content & SEO planning.
Provide coaching and counsel to stakeholders to adopt best-in-class digital marketing practices
Assist with the preparation of business reports and documents for Blackman Terry
Ad hoc task assistance and performing assigned special projects as requested by management
Minimum Qualifications
MSc or equivalent in Business or related field (Required)
Qualifications/certificates in Digital Marketing (Required)
Qualifications/certificates in AML Compliance for accountancy sector (Required)
Fluent in English and Hindi
Minimum of 2 years work experience within AML Compliance
Minimum of 2 years work experience within Social Media and Public Relations
Willingness to work full-time from our office
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a critical function within a high-performing, people-focused firm. The role is for an experienced candidate to further develop their own skillset and take full ownership reporting directly to the practice owner.
The Successful Applicant has/is...:
2+ years' experience in Anti Money Laundering (AML) Compliance management
2+ years' experience in Social Media management
Worked in an accountancy firm before
Deep understanding of the regulatory obligations an accountancy firm has to meet and how to ensure compliance and appropriate record keeping
Experience in Client Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) including Adverse Media Checks: minimum 2 years (Required)
Attended trainings and has detailed knowledge about the new Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA) compliance
High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive and confidential information
Exemplary organisational and project management skills
Outstanding multitasking and problem-solving skills
Excellent general IT skills including the use of Microsoft packages; additional experience in Bright Manager and XERO
Previous knowledge of Public Relations and got an eye for what makes great content and how to adapt it across platforms, as well as experience of producing content for website and social media ads
Creative & copywriting skills for ads, social posts, blog content; clear sense of design, and has a genuine love for social media
Strong working knowledge and experience of working with social media platforms and an understanding of their algorithms in a business context, preferably within financial communications/news.
Strong command of SEO tools and platforms
Technical literacy: World Press/HTML/CSS, server / hosting / CDN / caching / image optimisation, performance / speed optimisations (Core Web Vitals, PageSpeed Insights, Lighthouse, WebPageTest)
Strong data / analytics skills
Understanding of privacy and data protection frameworks (GDPR etc.), including data retention obligations/restrictions and tracking constraints (cookie/privacy changes)
Ability to work with multiple managers and comfortable with cross-office collaboration
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple matters efficiently in a time-sensitive environment
Proactive individual focused on meeting compliance obligations with limited resources
Strong writing skills and attention to detail
Fluent in English and Hindi - Native-level or highly proficient language skills, both written and spoken
Job Type: Full-time
Do you hold a MSc or equivalent in Business or a related field?
Do you have qualifications/certificates in AML Compliance for accountancy sector?
Experience:
AML Compliance: 2 years (required)
Social Media and Public Relations: 2 years (required)
Language:
English and Hindi (required)
Work Location: In person
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