Senior Financial Crime & Compliance Leader

Redlaw Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Greater London is seeking an experienced compliance lawyer to lead the financial crime function. You will advise on anti-money laundering and other compliance issues, support the MLRO, and manage team performance. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years PQE, a strong background in financial crime legislation, and excellent advisory skills. This role offers competitive compensation and an opportunity to contribute to diverse team-building efforts in a legal environment.

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of UK financial crime legislation and SRA regulations.
• Experience in a legal environment with compliance or regulatory roles.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial crime function ensuring timely support.
• Advise on AML, sanctions, bribery, fraud, and more.
• Support the MLRO with suspicious activity reports and audits.
• Deliver training and manage the AML Manager.

Skills

Advisory skills in AML and compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership experience

Education

Qualified lawyer (3+ years PQE)

Tools

Microsoft Office

iManage

Intapp

Job description

A recruitment agency in Greater London is seeking an experienced compliance lawyer to lead the financial crime function. You will advise on anti-money laundering and other compliance issues, support the MLRO, and manage team performance. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years PQE, a strong background in financial crime legislation, and excellent advisory skills. This role offers competitive compensation and an opportunity to contribute to diverse team-building efforts in a legal environment.