New Business Intake Manager

International Law Firm (London)

A leading international law firm is seeking a New Business Intake Manager to join its high-performing Compliance & Risk function in London.

This is a key leadership role within a globally integrated team, overseeing new business intake, client onboarding, and financial crime compliance across multiple jurisdictions. You’ll manage a team of analysts, act as a senior decision-maker on complex CDD and conflicts matters, and play a central role in driving best-in-class risk and compliance frameworks.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing a team delivering CDD, sanctions screening, and conflicts analysis
• Acting as a key escalation point for high-risk and complex matters
• Overseeing client onboarding and ongoing monitoring processes globally
• Supporting audits, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Partnering with senior stakeholders to deliver a commercial, solutions-focused service

What they’re looking for:

• Strong AML and financial crime experience within a law firm
• Proven team management and leadership capability
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment

This is an excellent opportunity to step into a visible, strategic role within a collaborative and internationally focused firm.