Sanctions Lawyer - Leading Financial Institution

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

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Leeds is seeking a qualified Sanctions Lawyer with over 3 years of experience to join their Sanctions team. The role involves advising on financial crime and sanctions, working closely with senior stakeholders. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a strong understanding of UK sanctions and possess excellent advisory skills. This is a senior position with high responsibility, suitable for both contentious and non-contentious lawyers.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE, either in-house or in private practice.
• Experience with regulatory matters related to financial crime or sanctions required.
• UK experience is essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Financial Crime Advisory

Sanctions Advisory

Stakeholder Management

Education

Qualified Lawyer

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Sanctions Lawyer - Leading Financial Institution, Leeds, West Yorkshire

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Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

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Other

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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 relevant business lines through guidance and training, and drafting sanctions regulatory reports. This position is suitable for a contentious or non-contentious lawyer seeking 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 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.