This role is responsible for advising on financial crime, sanctions, and AML matters within the firm. The successful candidate would be a qualified solicitor, have extensive financial crime experience, and have managed investigations on complex internal matters.
Client Details
Large International Law Firm.
Description
Key responsibilities include:
*Provide legal advice on financial crime risks, AML investigations, and support the firm’s financial crime strategy.
*Lead responses to audits, external information requests, and annual reporting on financial crime matters.
*Oversee audit and assurance processes, collaborating with the business acceptance team.
*Drive updates to risk assessments, policies, and procedures across the firm.
*Design and deliver firm-wide training on financial crime in partnership with Risk and Compliance teams.
*Build strong stakeholder relationships and contribute to broader risk and regulatory initiatives.
Profile
The successful candidate would have:
*Extensive experience in financial crime roles within law firms, with strong knowledge of AML, sanctions, and relevant legislation.
*Proven ability to lead and manage teams, including handling complex internal investigations and business acceptance escalations.
*Qualified solicitor with hands-on experience and strong drafting, analytical, and record-keeping skills.
*Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with a commercial and collaborative approach.
*Highly organised, resilient, and adaptable, with a proactive mindset and commitment to continuous development.
Job Offer
On offer to the candidate:
*Competitive salary plus package.
*Hybrid working.