Compliance Lawyer – Financial Crime (London)
A leading international law firm is seeking a Compliance Lawyer specialising in Financial Crime to join its London-based compliance function.
This is a key role within a well-established team supporting offices across the UK and Europe, offering exposure to complex regulatory matters and senior stakeholder engagement.
The Role
You will take ownership of the financial crime function within the compliance team, advising on a broad spectrum of regulatory issues and ensuring robust risk management across the business.
Key responsibilities include:
- Advising partners and staff on financial crime matters, including AML, sanctions, bribery, fraud, and market abuse
- Supporting the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), including SAR submissions and regulatory queries
- Monitoring regulatory developments and updating internal policies and procedures
- Leading audit preparation and liaising with regulators
- Reviewing and approving high-risk clients and matters
- Delivering training and sharing knowledge across the business
- Managing and mentoring junior compliance team members
- Contributing to wider compliance advisory work (conflicts, confidentiality, regulatory obligations)
About You
- Qualified lawyer with experience in a top-tier City or international law firm
- Strong knowledge of UK and European financial crime regulations
- Significant experience advising on AML and broader financial crime risks, including SARs
- Thorough knowledge of POCA and its practical application
- Confident working with senior stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions
- Commercial, pragmatic, and solutions-focused in approach
- Strong organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail
Why Apply?
- High-impact role with visibility across multiple European offices
- Collaborative and well-supported compliance function
- Opportunity to shape financial crime frameworks and strategy
- Strong internal culture with senior leadership engagement on compliance
Other:
London-based | Hybrid working (3 days in London office)
Competitive salary + benefits