Senior Manager - Forensic & AML
The firm is seeking a Senior Manager in Forensic & AML Consulting to join its Advisory practice in Luxembourg.
Governance, regulatory and compliance matters continue to represent a major business challenge in Luxembourg's highly regulated financial centre. As new EU and local laws, CSSF regulations and supervisory expectations are introduced, organizations must ensure that strong corporate governance standards are upheld and that robust compliance frameworks are effectively designed and implemented, particularly in an environment of intensified regulatory scrutiny.
The Forensic & AML Consulting team supports clients in navigating these challenges by advising on the prevention, detection and response to money laundering, terrorist financing, corruption, fraud and sanctions‑related risks, with a strong focus on Luxembourg's financial services sector.
Responsibilities
- Review, design and implement AML/CFT governance and control frameworks in line with Luxembourg and EU regulatory requirements
- Prepare and review AML/CFT risk assessments, including entity‑wide and product‑specific assessments
- Support AML, CFT and tax remediation projects, including regulator‑driven remediation programs
- Provide AML/CFT compliance assistance, including the development and enhancement of policies, procedures and internal controls
- Deliver AML/CFT training sessions and regulatory updates to clients' management and staff
- Work with a broad range of clients across different industries, with a strong focus on Asset Management, including investment funds, management companies, AIFMs and other regulated entities
- Contribute to business development and go‑to‑market initiatives, including proposal drafting, client presentations and the development of marketing materials
- Monitor regulatory developments and maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of CSSF circulars, EU AML legislation and supervisory guidance
- Lead a team and actively participate in the coaching, performance management and professional development of junior team members, from Junior Adviser to Assistant Manager level
Requirements
- A university degree (Master's preferred) in Business, Economics, Law or related field
- 7 to 12 years of relevant professional experience in AML/CFT, KYC, sanctions, fraud, bribery and corruption within the financial sector or a consulting firm serving financial services clients
- A solid understanding of the Luxembourg AML/CFT regulatory framework, including CSSF regulations, FIU requirements and EU directives and regulations
- Strong knowledge of the Luxembourg Asset Management industry and its AML/CFT specificities
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, pragmatic and risk‑based advice to clients
- Strong attention to detail and demonstrated experience managing teams, complex engagements and competing priorities
- Fluency in English is required; French and/or German are considered strong assets. Knowledge of Luxembourgish is an advantage
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