AML & CFT Compliance Officer, Compliance & Ethics Directorate at Law Society of Kenya

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in supervising and enforcement of compliance for anti-money laundering, combating the financing of terrorism and countering proliferation financing (AML & CFT & CPF) for lawyers, notaries and other legal professionals;
Assist in reviewing the rules and processes to prevent financial crimes and updating the relevant stakeholders (members) to comply with the latest rules and regulations;
Assist with reviewing and evaluating data of suspicious accounts that might be concealing money laundering;
Conduct AML training for the LSK members and make them aware of the AML rules and regulations and train them on the best industry practices;
Assist in submitting periodic reports on AML & CFT compliance and assist with the filing of semi-annual reports and annual reports with the Supervisory Authority; and
Any other AML & CFT related tasks as may be assigned, from time to time, by the Deputy Secretary/Director Compliance & Ethics and or Secretary/CEO.
Qualifications & Skills

A Bachelor in Laws (LL.B) degree and a Post-Graduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law. Any other relevant qualifications are an added advantage;
Five (5) years’ experience in AML & CFT Compliance and conversant with AML & CFT matters. Other relevant qualifications are an added advantage;
Extensive knowledge of AML & CFT laws, regulations and industry standards, with a strong understanding of financial crime prevention strategies and techniques. Knowledge and experience of the legal sector will be an advantage;
Leadership and management skills will be an added advantage;
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic approach to managing;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of interacting with senior executives and external stakeholders;
Proficiency in compliance software and tools, with a solid understanding of data analysis and reporting;
High ethical standards and integrity, with a commitment to regulatory principles;
Strong decision-making skills, with the ability to handle complex and sensitive situations; and
Proactive and results-oriented, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation;

Interested persons are requested to fill the form here and then submit their applications, including a detailed CV and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience relevant to this position. All applications should be forwarded to the undersigned on email at recruitment@lsk.or.ke so as to reach us not later than Thursday, 16th January, 2025 before 5:00 pm.

N/B: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

THE SECRETARY/CEO
LAW SOCIETY OF KENYA
LAVINGTON, OPP. VALLEY ARCADE
GITANGA ROAD
P.O. BOX 72219 – 00200
NAIROBI