Sanctions Lawyer - Leading Financial Institution

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

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Slough seeks a Sanctions Lawyer to join their team. The role requires significant experience in financial crime and sanctions, offering a business-facing opportunity with responsibilities that include advising on risk and compliance. Candidates should be qualified lawyers with a strong understanding of UK sanctions legislation and the ability to work with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in-house or in private practice.
• UK regulatory experience on financial crime or sanctions.
• Ability to work with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Advise on sanctions-related risks and guidance.
• Assist Compliance with sanctions reports and training.
• Provide recommendations regarding customers and transactions.

Skills

Qualified lawyer

Experience in regulatory matters

Stakeholder management

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Slough, United Kingdom

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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. Responsibilities include 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 an 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.