Financial Crime Lawyer

Sector:AML, Financial Crime & Sanctions, Enterprise Risk

Salary/Rate:up to £100,000

Job type:Permanent

Location:London

Region:Greater London

Reference:1137

Post Date:08. 07. 2025

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Meet Our Recruiter

Isaac Rainbird

Senior Recruitment Consultant

+44 7498 188460

+44 207 117 2542

isaacrainbird@ajfoxcompliance.com

About the Role

We are working with a leading national law firm to recruit a Financial Crime Lawyer into their Risk and Compliance team in London. In this role, you’ll be a central figure in upholding the firm’s high standards in anti-money laundering and financial crime compliance, while contributing to strategic risk management initiatives across the business.

The firm is looking for a qualified solicitor with significant experience in AML, financial crime, and broader regulatory compliance within a large law firm or similar professional services environment.

The responsibilities will include:

Advising stakeholders across the business on AML and financial crime compliance
Supporting the Head of in the ongoing development and implementation of frameworks, policies and procedures
Conducting internal investigations and reporting on suspicious activity
Monitoring regulatory developments and ensuring firm-wide compliance
Working with senior risk professionals to manage high-risk matters
Leading on internal training and firm-wide risk assessments
Responding to regulatory enquiries and audit requests
Collaborating with fee earners and business services to assess and mitigate AML risks
Maintaining accurate records of financial crime initiatives and reporting

They are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, sound judgement, and the ability to operate effectively across a broad stakeholder base. Attention to detail, strong organisational ability, and a collaborative mindset are key.

This is a flexible working opportunity and offers the chance to join a highly respected firm with a strong compliance culture and a commitment to professional development.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a forward-thinking legal environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to discuss this opportunity further. We look forward to hearing from you.

Please submit your CV for consideration. Thank you.

Not quite right for you? Check out the rest of our risk and compliance roles or give one of our friendly team a call on 0207 117 2542.

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