Sanctions Lawyer - Leading Financial Institution

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

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Luton is seeking a Sanctions Lawyer to join their Sanctions team. The successful candidate will provide expertise on financial crime and sanctions, advising on risks and regulatory requirements while working closely with the business. This is a senior role that requires experience in regulatory matters and a commitment to support the team and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 3+ years PQE.
• Experience advising on financial crime or sanctions.
• UK experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise on sanctions-related risks and provide recommendations.
• Support Compliance through guidance and training.
• Draft sanctions regulatory reports.

Skills

Advising on financial crime

Understanding of UK sanctions

Stakeholder management

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

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Sanctions Lawyer - Leading Financial Institution, Luton, Bedfordshire

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Location: Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Job Views: 3

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 role 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.