Senior Financial Crime Compliance Counsel — Hybrid

Larbey Evans Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious US law firm seeks to hire a Compliance Lawyer for their London office. The role focuses on financial crime, offering a salary up to £150,000 and hybrid working conditions. The successful candidate will support the Compliance Manager, manage financial crime functions, and ensure compliance with various regulations. Candidates must be qualified lawyers with at least 5 years PQE and have experience in financial crime matters. Attractive employee benefits are included.

Benefits

Fantastic employee benefits

Additional birthday holiday

Annual wellbeing allowance

On-site gym

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified lawyer with over 5 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in financial crime regulatory matters is essential.
• Knowledge of applicable UK and EU laws regarding financial crime is required.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the financial crime function within the Compliance team.
• Support the MLRO by submitting SARs and completing questionnaires.
• Draft and update policies in line with regulations.
• Deliver financial crime training to relevant offices.

Skills

Qualified lawyer 5+ PQE

Experience at a large City / International law firm

Knowledge of UK Money Laundering Regulations

Experience advising on financial crime issues

Experience managing projects

Job description

A prestigious US law firm seeks to hire a Compliance Lawyer for their London office. The role focuses on financial crime, offering a salary up to £150,000 and hybrid working conditions. The successful candidate will support the Compliance Manager, manage financial crime functions, and ensure compliance with various regulations. Candidates must be qualified lawyers with at least 5 years PQE and have experience in financial crime matters. Attractive employee benefits are included.