Sanctions Lawyer - Leading Financial Institution

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

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Coventry is seeking a qualified Sanctions Lawyer with at least 3 years' post-qualification experience. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in advising on sanctions risks, supporting compliance efforts, and drafting regulatory reports in a senior capacity within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in-house or in private practice.
• Experience in financial crime or sanctions law.
• UK experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Advising on sanctions-related risks and providing recommendations.
• Supporting Compliance and other business lines with guidance.
• Drafting sanctions regulatory reports.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Financial Crime

Stakeholder Management

Education

Qualified Lawyer

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Sanctions Lawyer - Leading Financial Institution, Coventry

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Location: Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 business lines through guidance and training, and drafting sanctions regulatory reports.

This role is ideal for a contentious or non-contentious lawyer seeking a move into a business-facing role with high 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 solid understanding of UK sanctions.