Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant
transactions and disputes. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative
legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however
complex or high-stakes. The firm's work is distinguished by a unique
combination of precision and vision.
Based in Singapore, Dubai or London, the Compliance Coordinator will be
responsible for facilitating the onboarding of new clients and new matters in
line with the onboarding procedures for the Firm's Abu Dhabi, Brussels, Dubai,
Hong Kong, and Singapore offices (and other offices where necessary). In
particular, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), sanctions screening and Client Due
Diligence (CDD) procedures.
This role reports to the Compliance Specialist, Compliance Partners/MLROs, and
Directors of Administration.
Responsibilities include:
* Ensure new clients, matters and third‐party payers in above-listed jurisdictions comply with the Firm's internal AML and CDD policies.
* Respond to queries relating to the interpretation of relevant legislation, regulation and Firm policies pertaining to AML.
* Review new client, new matter and CDD forms submitted by partners to verify compliance with AML Policies.
* Ensure CDD memos, new client and matter opening forms and supporting KYC documents are filed on the firm's central database.
* Maintain adequate records of the status of client and beneficial owner identification and verification for new and existing clients.
* Monitor changes to AML rules and regulations across all applicable jurisdictions and assist the Firm's Compliance Partners with updating/implementing applicable policies and procedures.
* Stay current on and ensure compliance with new procedures, guidance and best practices; attending AML courses and seminars as needed.
* Ongoing review of CDD documentation held for existing clients.
* Conduct training for new and existing attorneys and other relevant staff on the client intake process.
* Assist in the submission of AML questionnaires and annual AML returns as and when requested by local regulators.
* Assist with the Firm's internal audit processes.
* Support Compliance Specialist, providing cover during annual leave.
* General ad hoc duties; including but not limited to supporting compliance related projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Ability to escalate and communicate issues in a timely and effective manner.
* Ability to organise and prioritise multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment; work under pressure and complete job assignments in an accurate and timely manner; respond appropriately to shifting demands.
* Strong research, analytical and problem solving skills with attention to detail.
* Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with a broad range of people in a professional manner.
EXPERIENCE
* Good understanding and working knowledge of AML regulations and legislation in relevant jurisdictions.
* Experience with compliance aspect of onboarding clients.
* Good understanding and working knowledge of compliance policies.
* Understanding of corporate structures including companies, trusts, partnerships, PE funds, etc.
* Experience working in a law environment beneficial.
Gibson Dunn will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal
Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of local law.
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