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Bridgeline Solutions

Conflicts Specialist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Communicate conflict search results clearly to attorneys and staff Qualifications * Bachelor ... AML review, KYC, and client onboarding. Candidates with experience as a Conflicts Analyst ...

1872 Consulting

Assistant General Counsel

Chicago, IL · On-site

Second In-House Counsel Attorney We are a rapidly growing crypto-currency based company, looking to ... Some experience with compliance, KYC or AML Preferred Skills: * Experience and knowledge of ...

1872 Consulting

Assistant General Counsel

Chicago, IL · On-site

Second In-House Counsel Attorney We are a rapidly growing crypto-currency based company, looking to ... Some experience with compliance, KYC or AML Preferred Skills: * Experience and knowledge of ...

eBay, Inc.

Payments & FS Reg Counsel

Austin, TX · On-site

The Role eBay is seeking a technically minded and highly collaborative attorney to join our global ... E, and AML/Sanctions regimes before they become deal-breakers. * Bridge the US-Canada gap by ...

Blackstone

Legal & Compliance - Real Estate, VP

Miami, FL · On-site

$165K - $250K/yr

Liaise with US and Luxembourg AML teams on AML reviews of prospective and existing investors ... attorneys, Institutional Client Solutions Group, Tax and Finance teams * Support Real Estate Legal ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for aml attorney in the United States is $124,105.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $156,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an AML attorney do?

An AML (Anti-Money Laundering) Attorney specializes in ensuring compliance with financial regulations aimed at preventing money laundering, terrorist financing, and other financial crimes. They advise financial institutions, corporations, and legal teams on AML laws, conduct investigations, and assist with regulatory reporting. AML Attorneys may also work with government agencies to develop compliance programs and respond to enforcement actions. Their role is critical in maintaining regulatory adherence and minimizing legal risks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an AML attorney?

To thrive as an AML Attorney, a strong background in law (Juris Doctor degree and admission to the state bar), knowledge of anti-money laundering regulations, and experience in compliance or financial services law are essential. Familiarity with case management systems, legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, and AML-specific certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) are highly beneficial. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication skills distinguish top performers in this field. These skills are crucial for interpreting complex regulations, effectively identifying risks, and collaborating with compliance teams to protect organizations from financial crimes.

What does a typical workday look like for an AML attorney?

A typical workday for an AML Attorney involves reviewing and advising on internal policies and transactions to ensure compliance with anti-money laundering laws, conducting and overseeing investigations into suspicious activities, and preparing required regulatory reports. The role often involves collaborating with compliance analysts, auditors, and law enforcement agencies to address potential risks and implement corrective actions. You may also spend part of your day on legal research to stay current on evolving regulations and providing training to staff on AML requirements. The work environment is usually fast-paced, deadline-driven, and requires both independent analysis and teamwork.

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Legal Support Team Coordinator (Vice President)

Guggenheim Investments

New York, NY • On-site

$50K - $67K/yr

Full-time

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Key responsibilities

  • Supervise, coach, and develop the GILS paralegal team, including workload allocation, quality review, performance management, and hiring.

  • Lead delivery of legal support services across GI Legal and cross-functional partners, including preparing, executing, and maintaining legal documents and materials for GI and Fund entities.

  • Oversee the Entity Formation and Dissolution process, maintain electronic corporate minute books, and keep entity, organizational, and signatory data current for reporting and compliance.

Job description

Position Summary
Position Summary:
Guggenheim Investments is seeking a proactive, energetic, and experienced paralegal professional to lead its GI Legal Support (GILS) team. This person will manage a team of paralegals while remaining hands-on in supporting attorneys and functions across the Guggenheim Investments legal group. In addition to meticulous organizational skills and high attention to detail, the ideal candidate will demonstrate an ability to proactively manage and track various projects, oversee the work of others, take ownership over team deliverables, and work on a variety of time-sensitive matters. The successful candidate must exercise excellent judgment, have exceptional communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to manage stakeholders across the firm at all levels. The candidate is a player-coach and must be comfortable interacting with senior attorneys and business partners. While managing the output of the paralegal team, this role will be responsible for managing a workload which may consist of escalated, time-sensitive, and last-minute requests. Prior experience from a financial services legal team, including entity management and fund-related work, is required. The Manager role is based in New York, full-time.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
  • Supervise, coach, and develop the GILS paralegal team, including workload allocation, quality review, performance management, and hiring; facilitate GI Legal workflows and track team projects through the project management system
  • Lead delivery of legal support services across GI Legal and cross-functional partners (accounting, treasury, finance, tax), including the preparation, execution, and maintenance of legal documents and materials for GI and Fund entities, and compiling documents and signature pages for closings - and coordinate NDAs, access letters, and non-reliance letters (NRLs)
  • Oversee the Entity Formation and Dissolution process end-to-end, maintain electronic corporate minute books, and keep entity, organizational, and directors, officers, and authorized signatory data (including appointments) current for internal reporting, organizational spreadsheets for regulators, and the entity matrix supporting GPIMH Credit Facility compliance
  • Oversee corporate secretarial services, including Board of Directors and committee meeting logistics, materials, and documentation - primarily for foreign entities
  • Own intake and first-level review of vendor contract requests from the GILS centralized inbox - confirming alignment with the Contract Summary Form, verifying documentation, and escalating to an attorney where warranted
  • Respond to AML/KYC requests relating to firm governance matters, including providing entity, ownership, director, officer, and authorized signatory information, and coordinating supporting documentation with internal stakeholders and external counterparties
  • Oversee tracking and maintenance of possessory collateral for client investments, including intake and outtake logging and annual reconciliation, as well as litigation tracking
  • Oversee lien search ordering, review of results, and preparation of lien summaries
  • Organize and maintain files relating to transactional, regulatory, and other legal matters; oversee maintenance of the GPIM Clients and related OpenText document repositories; and respond to and triage information queries from internal and external sources (e.g., document look-up, entity ownership, signatory queries)
  • Manage first-line processing of legal invoices and serve as senior escalation point for legal e-billing, matter creation, and e-billing reporting data questions
  • Administer access and data governance for GI Legal systems, including approving access to Corporate Legal, GI Legal, and Investment Management OpenText databases and conducting quarterly SOUR access and entitlement reviews
  • Promote data integrity, file completeness, and compliance with governance and firm policies
  • Review team-prepared PowerPoint presentations, Excel worksheets, and Visio diagrams (e.g., entity organizational charts);
  • Coordinate travel and expense support for GI lawyers
  • Lead special and recurring projects, including overhauls of file and data storage systems

Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 5+ years of paralegal experience in an investment firm or law firm supporting Asset Managers
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience over paralegals or legal support staff
  • Must have experience preparing legal documents that are finance related
  • Must be knowledgeable of vendor contracts, maintaining meeting minutes, and drafting spreadsheets
  • Strong familiarity with AML/KYC processes, subscription documentation, closing mechanics, and document management
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple time-sensitive matters simultaneously
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with attorneys, clients, and external counterparties
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PDF tools, and electronic signature/document management platforms
  • Exceptional grammar, spelling and proofreading skills are a must
  • Proven ability to meet strict deadlines under significant time constraints
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule with some overtime required

Preferred Qualifications
  • Paralegal certificate
  • 7+ years of paralegal experience in transactional work, with half or more of that experience with private funds, investment management, public pensions, or related areas
  • Prior experience managing or leading a paralegal or legal support team in a financial services or asset management setting
  • Experience with private fund subscriptions, investor-side fund closings, or fund formation/fund operations strongly preferred

We are not seeking agency assistance with this role.
We are unable to consider candidates who require current or future visa sponsorship for employment in the United States. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without current or future visa sponsorship or transfer.
Salary Range
Annual base salary between
$130,000.00-$140,000.00
The base salary range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this position. Actual base salaries may vary depending on factors such as location and experience. The range listed reflects base salary only, and the total compensation package may include other components such as incentive compensation.

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