Senior Financial Crime & Sanctions Lawyer 
London (Also open to Manchester)
12-Month FTC

We're working with a fabulous National Law Firm looking for an experienced Financial Crime & Sanctions specialist to head up a well-established team. Joining a key role, shaping firm-wide compliance strategy, advising senior stakeholders, and managing complex regulatory issues across multiple jurisdictions.

The role?
Lead and develop a team of 10 financial crime and sanctions professionals (lawyers and analysts), ensuring robust compliance and effective risk management globally.

• Lead firm-wide strategy on financial crime, sanctions & ABC compliance
• Provide expert advice on AML, sanctions, POCA & reporting obligations
• Support MLROs and prepare NCA disclosures & consent requests
• Review complex, high-risk clients and matters (AML Escalations Group)
• Conduct detailed sanctions analysis (UN, EU, UK, US)
• Support Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) processes and approvals
• Design & deliver internal training on FCS and wider risk topics
• Contribute to AML audits, risk assessments & regulatory reporting
• Develop and implement firm-wide risk and compliance policies

About you?
Deep knowledge of Financial Crime & Sanctions law
Strong leadership experience in a legal or professional services setting
Strategic thinker with attention to detail and commercial judgement
 Qualified lawyer in England & Wales
Confident handling sensitive, complex matters discreetly

What’s on offer:
Senior leadership role in a top international law firm
Broad global remit & high stakeholder visibility
Competitive salary + benefits
12-month FTC with hybrid working

Interested?

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