Sanctions Lawyer - Leading Financial Institution

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Cambridge seeks a Sanctions Lawyer with a strong background in financial crime and sanctions. This senior position involves advising on sanctions risks and guiding compliance efforts while working closely with senior stakeholders. Candidates with over 3 years PQE and UK regulatory experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE gained in-house or in private practice.
• Strong experience in advising on financial crime or sanctions.
• UK experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Advising on sanctions-related risks and providing recommendations.
• Supporting Compliance through guidance and training.
• Drafting sanctions regulatory reports.

Skills

Advising on financial crime and sanctions

Experience with regulatory matters

Qualified lawyer

Experience with senior stakeholders

Education

Qualified lawyer with 3+ years PQE

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06.06.2025

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21.07.2025

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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, and supporting Compliance and other relevant business lines through guidance, training, and drafting sanctions regulatory reports.

This role is ideal for a contentious or non-contentious lawyer seeking a business-facing position 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, with UK experience being essential.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders across the organization is advantageous.

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