Legal Services

The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 (the regulations), which transpose the Fourth EU Money Laundering Directive into UK law, were laid before parliament on 22 June and commenced on 26 June 2017.
The Law Society’s Money Laundering Task Force is working with representatives from across the legal sector to update the practice note to take into account the changes that will be brought about by the Money Laundering Regulations, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 (MLRs).
SZ Compliance consulting can help you prepare your firm and guide you through the change.

AML/Sanctions/Bribery and Corruption

We help firms:
  • Conduct a money laundering and terrorist financing risk assessment
  • Understand how to comply with the new customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence and simplified due diligence requirements and politically exposed persons
  • Implement systems, policies, controls and procedures to address money laundering and terrorist financing risks and apply your policies, procedures and controls across your firm’s group structure (if relevant)
  • Provide bespoke training for all employees face to face of online

GDPR

  • Conduct a policy and process review to ensure adequate controls complying with regulations
  • Review your record keeping/ data protection;

MLRO/COLP/COFA

It can be a very lonely world as a MLRO/COLP/COFA. Having the option to speak to someone and discuss your initial thoughts in confidence can be extremely useful. SZ Compliance can hold your hand every step of the way.
Audit & Assurance

Legal Services

The Money Laundering Regulations 2017 enforce the Fourth EU Directive. SZ Compliance helps firms adapt, ensuring compliance with evolving legal requirements.
AML/Sanctions/Bribery and Corruption

We help firms assess money laundering and terrorist financing risks, comply with due diligence requirements, implement policies and controls, and apply procedures across group structures. We also provide bespoke training for employees both face-to-face and online.

GDPR

We conduct a comprehensive policy and process review to ensure adequate controls comply with regulations. Additionally, we assess record-keeping practices and data protection measures, helping firms maintain compliance while safeguarding sensitive information effectively.

MLRO/COLP/COFA

Being an MLRO, COLP, or COFA can feel isolating, but having confidential support is invaluable. SZ Compliance offers expert guidance, helping you navigate complex challenges, regulatory requirements, and compliance obligations every step of the way with confidence and assurance.

UK Legal Services

The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 transpose the Fourth EU Money Laundering Directive into UK law. These regulations were laid before Parliament on 22 June and commenced on 26 June 2017.

The Law Society’s Money Laundering Task Force is collaborating with representatives from the legal sector to update the practice note. This update will reflect the changes introduced by the Money Laundering Regulations, Terrorist Financing, and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 (MLRs).

SZ Compliance consulting provides expert guidance to help your firm prepare for regulatory changes, ensuring compliance with evolving money laundering and terrorist financing obligations.

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