Sanctions Lawyer - Leading Financial Institution

JR United Kingdom; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Lincoln seeks a Sanctions Lawyer to join its Sanctions team in a senior position. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years PQE, a solid understanding of UK sanctions, and experience advising on financial crime. Responsibilities include providing expertise, guidance, and training across the organization, as well as drafting regulatory reports. This role offers a unique opportunity for professionals looking to advance their careers in a business-facing environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in-house or private practice.
• UK experience essential; knowledge of regulatory matters.
• Experience with senior stakeholders valued.

Responsibilities

• Advise on financial crime and sanctions risks.
• Draft sanctions regulatory reports.
• Support Compliance teams with guidance and training.

Skills

Financial Crime Regulation

Sanctions Advisory

Stakeholder Management

Education

Qualified Lawyer

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Sanctions Lawyer - Leading Financial Institution, Lincoln

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Location: Lincoln, 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, supporting Compliance and other relevant business lines through guidance and 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 possess a strong understanding of UK sanctions.