{"id":501378,"date":"2025-10-15T11:49:11","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T11:49:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/501378\/"},"modified":"2025-10-15T11:49:11","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T11:49:11","slug":"scottish-law-firm-recruiting-for-money-laundering-prevention-officer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/501378\/","title":{"rendered":"Scottish law firm recruiting for money laundering prevention officer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>An Edinburgh-based legal and property firm has announced plans to recruit a specialist to lead its efforts in preventing money laundering, as part of its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of compliance.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ralphsayer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ralph Sayer Solicitors &amp; Estate Agents<\/a> is creating a new position focused on ensuring the business meets all regulatory requirements designed to protect clients and the wider market.<\/p>\n<p>The successful candidate will take responsibility for reviewing risks, reporting suspicious activity, keeping staff informed of legal changes, and working closely with auditors and regulators to safeguard the firm\u2019s operations<\/p>\n<p>Jadiene Morison, Managing Partner at <a href=\"https:\/\/ralphsayer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ralph Sayer<\/a>, said: \u201cWe\u2019re looking for someone who not only understands the technical side of anti-money laundering but who can also work closely with our team, offering guidance and support.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis role is central to making sure we maintain the highest standards of compliance and guidance, while also playing an important part in supporting and educating our close-knit team, helping them to feel confident in this area.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are anticipating a lot of interest in this role, so we\u2019d encourage anyone thinking about it to apply as soon as possible.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The firm is seeking applicants with at least two years\u2019 experience in a similar anti-money laundering role, ideally with knowledge of UK Anti-Money Laundering and financial crime legislation as it applies to the legal sector.<\/p>\n<p>Strong leadership skills will be important, with the ability to train, mentor and guide colleagues across the business.<\/p>\n<p>Ivan Ralph, Chief Executive Officer said: \u201cThis is an important role for our firm and one that calls for strong specialist knowledge and proven experience.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re really pleased to be in a position to recruit following a period of growth and this role will further enhance the specialist knowledge our team already has, while ensuring our clients have the most robust service possible.<\/p>\n<p>Since launching in 2022, Ralph Sayer has been proudly based in Edinburgh while supporting clients across Scotland, offering trusted insight with a growing reach.<\/p>\n<p>With a reputation for shaking up the market, the firm is known for its transparent fees, down-to-earth advice, and refreshingly personal approach.<\/p>\n<p>Its team of client-facing and support staff work side by side with a shared goal, to deliver clear, consistent and first-class service to every client.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.solas.org.uk\/vacancies\/2025\/8\/7\/ralph-sayer-solicitors-amp-estate-agents-ley87\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.solas.org.uk\/vacancies\/2025\/8\/7\/ralph-sayer-solicitors-amp-estate-agents-ley87<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"695\" data-attachment-id=\"614837\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/theedinburghreporter.co.uk\/2025\/09\/edinburgh-law-firm-hoping-to-raise-thousands-for-charity-with-new-wills\/ivan-ralph-chief-executive-officer-resized-jpg\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Ivan-Ralph-Chief-Executive-Officer-resized.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1000,695\" 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