Financial Crime Lawyer in London Area

Job description

A top international law firm is seeking a Financial Crime Lawyer based in the London office. The Legal & Risk function oversees global risk and compliance. The Financial Crime team provides daily advisory support to legal practices and business teams on Financial Crime risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day advice on financial crime risks and procedures
• Support global offices in complying with local FC laws and regulatory audits
• Advise on reputational risks (e.g. High-risk jurisdictions, ESG concerns, criminal allegations)
• Evaluate and advise on sanctions risks in new business
• Monitor and respond to changes in international sanctions regimes
• Deliver financial crime training programs for new and existing staff.
• Develop and manage anti-money laundering and risk assessment systems
• Evaluate external tools to enhance compliance and efficiency
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation
• Contribute to team development and strategic projects

Candidate Profile

• Qualified lawyer with at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Background in financial crime and compliance, ideally within a global law firm or professional services environment
• Strong communication, policy drafting, and training delivery skills
• Experience managing complex compliance programs and teams

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

11-09-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English