Financial Crime Lawyer

We are working with a leading global law firm to hire a Financial Crime Lawyer in London. In this role, you will be a key advisor within the Compliance function, supporting senior leadership to design and implement robust controls that ensure the firm adheres to international anti-money laundering and sanctions regulations.

The firm is looking for a qualified solicitor, ideally with a background in-house or within a legal risk department, who is ready to provide expert guidance on complex new business intake and high-stakes financial crime issues. They are looking for candidates with highly effective research skills and the ability to assemble complex findings into clear, succinct conclusions for the business.

This role offers hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office in London.

The responsibilities will include:

• Advising on the application of global AML, anti-bribery, and sanctions laws, and interpreting how regulatory shifts impact firm-wide processes.
• Providing a high-touch 'concierge' service to partners by engaging directly with clients to resolve sensitive AML and sanctions queries.
• Managing all aspects of client due diligence and complex matter opening issues with minimal supervision.
• Assisting with AML investigations, managing escalations to the MLRO, and drafting Suspicious Activity Reports.
• Reviewing and drafting critical legal documents, including engagement letters, client terms, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Developing and delivering internal awareness programmes and training to promote a culture of compliance.
• Assisting with international regulatory audits and advising on complex inter-office working arrangements.
• Supporting the Data Protection and General Counsel teams on ad hoc fraud, bribery, and privacy enquiries.

If you are a proactive lawyer with a meticulous approach to risk and a passion for navigating the evolving financial crime landscape, we invite you to apply. Please submit your application today to start the conversation.

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