Sanctions Lawyer - Leading Financial Institution

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

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Chester is seeking a Sanctions Lawyer to join their team. The successful candidate will offer expertise in financial crime and sanctions, advising business units on risks and compliance, while also playing a key role in training and guidance oriented towards regulatory reporting.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 3+ years PQE in-house or in private practice.
• Experience advising on financial crime or sanctions, with UK expertise.
• Engagement with senior stakeholders is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Advise on sanctions-related risks and compliance requirements.
• Provide training and draft sanctions regulatory reports.
• Be a subject matter expert within the business unit.

Skills

Advising on financial crime

Regulatory matters

Stakeholder management

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

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Sanctions Lawyer - Leading Financial Institution, Chester

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Location: Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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, 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. UK experience is essential.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders across the organization is advantageous.

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