Financial Crime Lawyer

Taylor Root

England

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

A top international law firm in London seeks a qualified lawyer to join its compliance team. The role focuses on financial crime, requiring experience in advising on anti-money laundering and regulatory compliance. Candidates must have at least 2 years of Post Qualification Experience (PQE). This is a full-time position with opportunities to mentor compliance staff and represent the firm in various settings.

Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of UK and EU financial crime laws and regulations.
  • Experience advising on anti-money laundering and related compliance issues.

Responsibilities

  • Support the financial crime function within the compliance team.
  • Advise on anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, bribery, fraud, and market abuse.
  • Monitor regulatory changes and update internal policies and procedures.

Skills

Advising on AML and financial crime regulations
Managing compliance staff
Monitoring regulatory changes

Education

Qualified lawyer with 2+ PQE

Job description

Overview

A top international law firm is seeking a qualified lawyer to join its London-based compliance team, focusing on financial crime across their global offices.

Responsibilities
  • Support the financial crime function within the compliance team
  • Advise on anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, bribery, fraud, tax evasion and market abuse
  • Support the MLRO with SARs and regulatory questionnaires
  • Monitor regulatory changes and update internal policies and procedures
  • Maintain AML records and databases
  • Prepare for audits and liaise with regulators
  • Approve high-risk clients and matters
  • Deliver training and represent the firm at industry events
  • Manage and mentor compliance staff
Requirements
  • Qualified lawyer with 2+ PQE
  • Experience in an international firm
  • Strong knowledge of UK and EU financial crime laws and regulations
Seniority level
  • Associate
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Legal
Industries
  • Legal Services and Law Practice

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