Interim Head of Anti-Bribery, Financial Crime & Sanctions

LAW Absolute; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer health firm is seeking an Interim Head of Anti-Bribery, Financial Crime & Sanctions. This senior compliance leader will drive the ABAC and financial crime program while providing expert legal counsel. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in ABAC and sanctions, showing strong leadership and regulatory liaison skills. This position offers a hybrid working model in London and focuses on ensuring compliance with international regulations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years post‑qualification experience in ABAC and sanctions, in‑house or private sector.
• Deep expertise in international ABAC and sanctions laws, and implementing compliance frameworks.
• Strong ability to influence senior leaders and drive high‑level decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement the global ABAC, financial crime, and sanctions strategy.
• Represent the company before regulators, enforcement bodies, and government authorities.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement second-line controls.

Skills

ABAC expertise

Financial crime knowledge

Sanctions compliance

Interpersonal skills

Influencing senior leaders

Job description

Interim Head of Anti-Bribery, Financial Crime & Sanctions

A global consumer health company is seeking a senior compliance leader to drive its ABAC, financial crime, and sanctions programme on a temporary basis. Reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer, you will provide expert legal counsel, guide senior leadership, and ensure compliance with US, UK, and EU laws.

Initial 3-month contract.

London, hybrid working

The Role:

• Lead and implement the global ABAC, financial crime, and sanctions strategy
• Provide expert legal advice across behavioural, transactional, and contentious matters
• Represent the company before regulators, enforcement bodies, and government authorities
• Conduct risk assessments and implement second-line controls
• Train and upskill legal teams and business functions, promoting first‑line ownership
• Develop global and targeted training for higher‑risk roles
• Design and implement monitoring and assurance activities
• Monitor regulatory developments and help shape future compliance strategy

Ideal Candidate:

• 10+ years post‑qualification experience in ABAC and sanctions, in‑house or private sector
• Deep expertise in international ABAC and sanctions laws, and implementing compliance frameworks
• Experience liaising with regulators and securing/maintaining licences
• Strong ability to influence senior leaders and drive high‑level decisions
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and experience leading decentralised network
• Pragmatic, business‑oriented mindset

To register an interest, please send through your updated CV to [e-mail]