Financial Crime Lawyer

AJ FOX COMPLIANCE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm in London seeks a Financial Crime Lawyer to lead their compliance function. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years' PQE experience, a strong background in financial crime laws, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include guiding partners on AML issues, supporting regulatory reporting, and overseeing training delivery. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a firm with a robust compliance culture and collaborative work environment. Apply now to learn more.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ PQE in financial crime or compliance.
• Experience within an international law firm.
• Strong technical knowledge of AML, sanctions, and bribery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial crime compliance function.
• Support MLRO with reports and regulatory filings.
• Monitor regulatory developments.
• Prepare for regulatory audits.
• Oversee firmwide training delivery.
• Manage compliance team performance.

Skills

Financial crime laws understanding

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified lawyer with at least 5 years’ PQE

Job description

We are working with a prestigious international law firm to hire a Financial Crime Lawyer to join their London team. In this role, you’ll provide expert advice on financial crime matters, as well as playing a key part in safeguarding the firm’s reputation and regulatory standing. This is a vital position within a well-established compliance team, working closely with senior stakeholders including the MLRO, General Counsel and Managing Partners.

The firm is looking for a qualified lawyer with at least 5 years’ PQE, gained within the compliance function of an international law firm or as a regulatory fee earner. A strong technical understanding of financial crime laws, including money laundering, sanctions, bribery and fraud across the UK and Europe, is essential.

The responsibilities will include:

• Leading the financial crime compliance function, offering guidance to partners, lawyers and business services teams on issues such as AML, sanctions, and bribery
• Supporting the MLRO with reports, regulatory filings and external questionnaires
• Monitoring regulatory developments and updating firm policies, procedures and risk assessments accordingly
• Preparing for regulatory audits and managing liaison with external bodies
• Overseeing the delivery of firmwide training
• Managing and developing the compliance team, including performance reviews and resource planning
• Advising on broader compliance topics such as conflicts, confidentiality and regulatory obligations

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, sound judgement and attention to detail, with a proactive, pragmatic approach to problem solving. The ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels and to manage complex projects is key.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly regarded international practice with a strong compliance culture. If you are a skilled compliance lawyer seeking your next challenge in a collaborative and supportive environment, we would like to hear from you. Apply now to find out more.