Sanctions Lawyer - Leading Financial Institution

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution based in Bedford is seeking a Sanctions Lawyer with over 3 years qualifying experience (PQE) to join their Sanctions team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in advising on financial crime, risks, and compliance, ensuring effective oversight of sanctions-related issues. This senior position offers significant responsibility and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE as a lawyer, with UK experience essential.
• Strong background in financial crime and sanctions compliance.
• Ability to advise senior stakeholders and produce regulatory reports.

Responsibilities

• Advise on sanctions-related risks and provide recommendations.
• Support Compliance with guidance and training.
• Draft sanctions regulatory reports and engage with stakeholders.

Skills

Financial crime advisory

Sanctions advisory

Stakeholder management

Education

Qualified lawyer (PQE 3+ years)

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Bedford, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

My client, a leading financial institution, is looking to hire a lawyer with strong experience in advising on financial crime and sanctions to join the Sanctions team in a senior position.

The successful candidate will work in a close-knit team and be embedded in the business as a subject matter expert. The role involves advising on sanctions-related risks, providing recommendations on customers and transactions from a sanctions perspective, supporting Compliance and other relevant business lines through guidance and training, and drafting sanctions regulatory reports. This role is suitable for a contentious or non-contentious lawyer seeking a business-facing role with a high level of responsibility and support.

Skills required:

• Qualified lawyer with 3+ years PQE gained in-house or in private practice.
• Experience advising on regulatory matters related to financial crime or sanctions. UK experience is essential.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders across an organization is advantageous.

My client is open to considering strong candidates from different regulatory backgrounds who can demonstrate the necessary skills and a solid understanding of UK sanctions.