AML and Sanctions Manager

Join to apply for the AML and Sanctions Manager role at Gallagher Re. 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants. At Gallagher Re, we bring clarity to complexity by helping clients around the world make confident, data‑driven decisions in a rapidly evolving risk landscape. We’re a community of decision makers, future shapers, and trusted experts working side by side to deliver meaningful impact through innovative thinking and practical solutions. At Gallagher Re, your curiosity is welcomed, your growth is championed, and your work truly matters. This is a place where you'll have the freedom to explore new ideas, take ownership of your career, and collaborate with people who are as driven and inquisitive as you are. Overview We are seeking an experienced AML and Sanctions Manager to lead the delivery of sanctions and trade compliance operations across Gallagher Re globally. Working as part of the global Centre of Excellence for Financial Crime and International Trade, and reporting to the Global Head of Sanctions and AML, you will play a critical role in designing and overseeing robust compliance controls. You will partner with business units to ensure adherence to sanctions, export control, and anti‑boycott laws, while supporting the organisation’s strategic goals. This role involves advising senior stakeholders, managing high‑risk relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. How You’ll Make an Impact Develop, implement, and maintain a robust sanctions, export control, and anti‑boycott compliance framework. Monitor and respond to changes in sanctions laws and regulations, providing timely advice to stakeholders. Review business transactions to ensure compliance with sanctions laws and Gallagher policies. Conduct investigations into suspected or actual breaches of sanctions and trade controls (mainly marine and aviation). Perform due diligence, recommend risk mitigation strategies, and support corrective actions. Provide subject matter expertise for M&A activities, audits, and risk assessments. Obtain necessary licences for licensable transactions. Represent Gallagher Re in relevant industry associations and forums. Lead and develop a diverse and inclusive team, fostering collaboration and excellence. About You Degree‑level education or equivalent (desired). Extensive experience in sanctions, AML, or trade controls within the insurance industry. Strong knowledge of financial crime risks, including bribery, corruption, and fraud. Proven ability to balance commercial objectives with regulatory compliance. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience in a global, matrix‑managed organisation. Eligible to work in the UK. Willingness to travel as required. Why Join Us At Gallagher Re, we value integrity, collaboration, and innovation. Join us to lead and shape our global sanctions and trade compliance strategy, making a meaningful impact on our business and the industry. What We Offer Supportive, purposeful culture. Career development and progression opportunities. Flexible working – hybrid, with 2–3 days a week in our London office. Competitive salary and benefits. Compensation and Benefits Minimum 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to buy extra days. Defined contribution pension scheme, with Gallagher contributions. Life insurance paying 4× basic annual salary, up to 10× with top‑up. Income protection covering up to 50% of annual income, with top‑up options. Health cash plan or private medical insurance. Three fully paid volunteering days per year. Employee Stock Purchase Plan with discounted shares. Share incentive plan, HMRC‑approved, tax‑effective. Critical illness cover. Discounted gym membership – over 3,000 gyms. Season ticket loan. Discounted voucher portal for savings. Emergency backup family care. And many more. We Value Inclusion and Diversity Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, embedded into the fabric of our organisation. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work. Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest. Gallagher is Disability Confident Committed. We have pledged to make sure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, and to support existing employees with any long‑term health conditions or disabilities. If you require reasonable adjustments to your application, please let us know. Our employing entity, Arthur J. Gallagher Services (UK) Limited, is proud to be accredited as a Living Wage employer with the Living Wage Foundation. We are committed to diversity and opportunity for all and oppose any form of less‑favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, etc. We prohibit any form of discrimination on protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are made for disabilities where not unduly burdensome. #J-18808-Ljbffr