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At Brown Brothers Harriman, we believe no job is too big or small for any of us to handle if it helps our clients. We value passionate, committed people who enjoy collaborating with others to find new solutions to complex business challenges. We are looking for the type of person who speaks their mind, truly listens and steps outside their role to add value wherever they can. Someone who is driven to get things done and views obstacles as an exciting challenge that demands a creative solution. Above all, we seek someone who takes great pride in their work and is inspired and motivated by their role in protecting and enhancing our client’s financial well-being.
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If you are looking for an entrepreneurial environment where you can learn and thrive, Brown Brothers Harriman is the right place for you.
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Join us as a Senior Counsel, AML/Sanctions
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Brown Brothers Harriman is currently recruiting Senior Counsel -AML/Sanctions Counsels to join our Legal team. In this role you will be responsible for providing advice, guidance and counsel to the Compliance, Legal and business areas. AML/Sanctions Counsel will also be responsible for coordinating global AML and Sanctions issues for the Firm and its affiliates worldwide, including negotiating, as applicable, AML and Sanctions representation letters.
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Some of your key responsibilities include:
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<li> Prepare and negotiate representation letters received from clients and provided to third parties relating to AML / Sanctions matters. Support related due diligence efforts.</li>
<li> Provide guidance on client facing and other contractual agreements relating to AML / Sanctions matters.</li>
<li> Provide legal advice to Compliance and Legal Departments and business areas, on a global basis.</li>
<li> Proactively track and report on relevant legal and regulatory developments.</li>
<li> Identify and assess risks relating to AML/ Sanctions and provide recommendations to mitigate risks to Compliance and Legal Departments and business areas.</li>
<li> Provide Legal Department input into AML / Sanctions related processes, policies and procedures developed by the AML Compliance Department.</li>
<li> Represent Legal Department on global AML / Sanctions initiatives and projects.</li>
<li> Attend and/or represent the Legal Department in AML / Sanctions-related committees and/or business line committees.</li>
<li> Conduct legal research or utilizing outside counsel on complex legal issues.</li>
<li> Review and analyze proposed laws and regulations to determine impact on the Firm.</li>
<li> Represent BBH on legally and compliance-oriented trade association committees.</li>
<li> Conduct internal investigations relating to AML/Sanctions and/or provide legal support for AML/Sanctions Compliance investigations handled by the Compliance Department.</li>
<li> Manages and facilitates use of outside counsel.</li>
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Qualifications:
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<li> Must be a graduate of an accredited law school.</li>
<li> Must have your JD.</li>
<li> 10+ years' experience as an attorney and admitted into the applicable state bar.</li>
<li> Prior in-house experience at a financial institution preferred, former position as a Federal, state or local prosecutor or with a regulatory agency a plus.</li>
<li> Strong written and oral communication skills.</li>
<li> Specialized knowledge in the BSA, the PATRIOT Act and the OFAC regulations, with specific understanding as to the application to custodian banking and transfer agency.</li>
<li> Working knowledge of non-U.S. AML and Sanctions laws and regulations is preferred (e.g., The Third EU Directive, the proposed Fourth EU Directive, the Money Laundering laws of Ireland, Luxembourg and the Cayman Islands) .</li>
<li> Knowledge/experience with fund distribution matters a plus.</li>
<li> Ability to prioritize, take initiative and bring projects to conclusion.</li>
<li> Ability to work effectively with various internal and external constituencies.</li>
<li> Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
<li> Strong sense of business and legal ethics.</li>
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What We Offer:
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<li> A collaborative environment that enables you to step outside your role to add value wherever you can.</li>
<li> Direct access to clients, information and experts across all business areas around the world</li>
<li> Opportunities to grow your expertise, take on new challenges, and reinvent yourself—without leaving the firm.</li>
<li> A culture of inclusion that values each employee’s unique perspective.</li>
<li> High-quality benefits program emphasizing good health, financial security, and peace of mind.</li>
<li> Rewarding work with the flexibility to enjoy personal and family experiences at every career stage.</li>
<li> Volunteer opportunities to give back to your community and help transform the lives of others.</li>
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BBH’s compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit-sharing. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $200,000 to $240,000, which is specific to New York, NY and may differ in other locations due to cost of living and labor considerations. Base salaries may vary based on factors such as skill, experience and qualification for the role. BBH's total rewards package recognizes your contributions with more than just a paycheck—providing you with benefits that enhance your experience at BBH from long-term savings, healthcare, and income protection to professional development opportunities and time off, our programs support your overall well-being.
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<div></div> We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law.
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