Financial Crime Lawyer

Think Legal Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Un cabinet d'avocats de premier plan recherche un avocat en criminalité financière pour son équipe Risque et Conformité en pleine croissance. Ce rôle clé implique la gestion des exigences AML, la formation des employés, et la collaboration avec des parties prenantes internes et externes. Une opportunité idéale pour un candidat souhaitant progresser dans un cadre flexible.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Excellent career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Expérience en AML et criminalité financière, idéalement en cabinet d'avocats.
• Connaissance des politiques et procédures AML.
• Capacité à gérer des priorités multiples de manière indépendante.

Responsibilities

• Conseiller sur la réglementation AML, la criminalité financière et la rédaction de politiques.
• Réaliser des évaluations de risques et des examens de conformité.
• Former le personnel sur les exigences AML.

Skills

Compliance Monitoring

Investigation Skills

Risk Assessment

Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

Qualification as a solicitor

Job description

Financial Crime Lawyer
Manchester or flexible UK-wide (hybrid working)

We’re working with a highly respected UK law firm seeking a Financial Crime Lawyerto join their growing Risk & Compliance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of complex compliance work in a supportive, collaborative environment.

The Role:
As a key member of the team, you will:

• Advise on AML, financial crime, anti-bribery and corruption (ABC), counter-terrorist financing (CTF), sanctions, fraud and suspicious activity reporting.

• Develop, implement and maintain AML and financial crime policies, procedures and controls in line with evolving regulations.

• Support the Head of AML & FC and MLCO/MLRO with risk assessments and compliance reviews.

• Conduct investigations and ensure timely submission of SARs to relevant authorities.

• Provide expert guidance on high-risk matters and escalations.

• Deliver training to ensure colleagues understand AML and financial crime requirements.

• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and update policies accordingly.

• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators and auditors.

About You:
The ideal candidate will have:

• Qualification as a solicitor with AML and financial crime experience, ideally gained in a large law firm or regulated environment.

• Proven background advising on compliance monitoring, sanctions, suspicious activity, fraud and related risks.

• Experience drafting, reviewing and implementing AML/FC policies and controls.

• Strong investigation and risk assessment skills.

• Confident communication style, able to build trust with stakeholders at all levels.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

The Opportunity:

• Join an award-winning firm with a strong reputation and supportive culture.

• Work with an expert team of lawyers and risk professionals.

• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and excellent career development opportunities.

If you’re afinancial crime specialist looking for your next challenge, this is an excellent opportunity. Candidates at both Associate and Senior Associate level are encouraged to apply. The firm has aflexible working approach and the team is eager to engage with candidates about part time or hybrid working arrangements.

If you are interested, please send your CV to Louisa Phillips: [e-mail]