Director, Sanctions & Compliance Counsel

Gartner; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Gartner, Inc. in London seeks a qualified solicitor to join its Legal & Compliance team to lead sanctions compliance and related regulatory matters. You will advise on UK, EU, and US regimes, conduct investigations, and support the business in complex environments.

The role requires 5+ years PQE in sanctions compliance, strong communication, and ability to train teams. A global, fast-paced setting offers broad exposure and opportunities to impact governance and risk management.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or barrister in the United Kingdom with a track record in sanctions compliance.
• Experience advising on UK, EU and US sanctions regimes and global frameworks.
• Proven ability to provide practical, business-focused legal advice in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience conducting internal investigations, due diligence, audits or reviews.
• Experience in developing and delivering compliance training and policies.

Responsibilities

• Support and enhance Gartner’s sanctions compliance program across regimes (US, UK, EU, UN).
• Provide legal guidance on sanctions and related compliance matters.
• Conduct risk assessments and due diligence for sanctions compliance (clients, vendors, partners).
• Provide legal training to business units on sanctions compliance and related issues.
• Monitor changes in sanctions regimes and communicate impact to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement policies and controls.
• Conduct internal investigations, due diligence, audits in response to concerns.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Regulatory interpretation

Investigations experience

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister in the United Kingdom

5+ years PQE in sanctions compliance

Job description

Gartner, Inc. in London seeks a qualified solicitor to join its Legal & Compliance team to lead sanctions compliance and related regulatory matters. You will advise on UK, EU, and US regimes, conduct investigations, and support the business in complex environments.

The role requires 5+ years PQE in sanctions compliance, strong communication, and ability to train teams. A global, fast-paced setting offers broad exposure and opportunities to impact governance and risk management.