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Compliance Lawyer - Financial Crime (London, UK & Europe) Are you an experienced compliance professional with a strong background in financial crime? A prestigious international law firm is seeking a highly skilled Compliance Lawyer to join its London-based team, supporting offices across the UK and Europe. About the Role As a key member of the Compliance Team, you will provide expert legal, risk, and regulatory advice on financial crime matters, ensuring adherence to stringent UK and European regulations. Working alongside a dynamic team of lawyers and analysts, your role will encompass a wide range of responsibilities, including: Leading the financial crime function within the Compliance Team. Advising on financial crime compliance, including money laundering, sanctions, bribery, fraud, tax evasion, and market abuse. Supporting the MLRO with regulatory submissions and compliance requirements. Monitoring and responding to regulatory changes, updating policies and procedures accordingly. Managing and overseeing the firm's financial crime policies, risk assessments, and AML database. Preparing for external audits and engaging with regulators. Conducting firm-wide training on financial crime compliance and best practices. Providing general compliance advice on conflicts, confidentiality, insurance renewals, and regulatory matters. What the firm is looking for: The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer with 5+ years' PQE , possessing extensive compliance experience within a large City or international law firm. You will have deep knowledge of relevant financial crime regulations, including: UK Money Laundering Regulations, Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, Bribery Act 2010, and Criminal Finances Act 2017 French and Belgian AML regulations UK, EU, and US sanctions compliance Industry best practices and evolving regulatory requirements This is an exciting opportunity to shape compliance strategy in a supportive and highly regarded legal environment, with exposure to complex financial crime issues across multiple jurisdictions. If you have the skills and experience required, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your compliance career. Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply. Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.

Employment Lawyer page is loaded Employment Lawyerlocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R18439 Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world.We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The Quality and Risk Management Team (QRMT) at BDO comprises several sub-teams including the Legal Team, Enterprise Risk Management, Economic Crime, Quality Management, Ethics and Independence and Advisory and Compliance. It provides Partners and staff with the guidance, tools and support to enable them to identify and manage quality and risk issues. The QRMT is led by the Head of Quality and Risk Management Team, who is a partner who reports into the Head of Quality and Risk for the firm and sits on the BDO Leadership Team. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships.You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Overview: We are looking for an experienced Employment Lawyer to join our dynamic Legal Team. You will play a crucial role in providing expert legal advice and support on employment-related matters across the organisation. Your insights will help us navigate complex legal landscapes and ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations. Key Responsibilities : Provide early legal advice when a dispute may lead to a tribunal claim, helping to navigate the process and potentially avoid litigation. Identifying and managing legal risk, including the identifying patterns or trends in claims that may indicate systemic issues within the business and providing training to mitigate such risks in the future. Providing independent, impartial legal advice on all aspects of employment law to internal stakeholders, including contracts, disciplinary and grievance matters, discrimination, whistleblowing, TUPE (Transfer of Undertakings) and regulatory compliance. Managing disputes effectively, to help minimise the financial costs, operational disruption, and reputational harm associated with employment claims, working closely with external counsel when necessary. Conducting legal research and keeping the firm updated on changes in employment and other relevant law, including conducting training and drafting guidance. Support HR in handling employee relations matters, including disciplinary and grievance procedures. Special projects as determined by the Head of Legal (General Counsel) or Head of QRM Team. Qualifications and Experience: Qualified solicitor with significant experience in employment law. In-depth knowledge of UK employment legislation and case law. Proven track record in managing employment disputes and litigation. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Business thinking : Connect the Firm's strategic framework with meaningful measures of success for the Legal Team for the commercial benefit of the Firm as a whole. Demonstrate high-level project management skills to deliver the Firm's initiatives, ensuring our operations stay resilient and evolve in line with legal or regulatory developments. Communicating : High-level interpersonal skills and the ability to articulate complex issues clearly and credibly to a range of audiences. Collaborating : A team player and relationship builder who enjoys supporting colleagues and has the ability to build relationships across the firm and to build rapport, gaining the trust of partners and colleagues. Decision making: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the ability to identify and drive the use of best practice in legal strategy and tools to deliver improvement and development in the Firm's practices. Developing self and others : An awareness of and an interest in deepening your own legal knowledge, together with enthusiasm for sharing your knowledge and experience with others. A positive attitude with a strong work ethic and excellent attention to detail. Innovating and change: The ability to think creatively and connect ideas and insight from other businesses and industries to improve the Firm's quality and manage risk. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand.At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions.We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

GoCardless is a global bank payment company. Over 100,000 businesses, from start-ups to household names, use GoCardless to collect and send payments through direct debit, real-time payments and open banking. GoCardless processes US$130bn+ of payments annually, across 30+ countries; helping customers collect and send both recurring and one-off payments, without the chasing, stress or expensive fees. We use AI powered solutions to improve payment success and reduce fraud. And, with open banking connectivity to over 2,500 banks, we help our customers make faster, more informed decisions. We are headquartered in the UK with offices in London and Leeds, and additional locations in Australia, France, Ireland, Latvia, Portugal and the United States. At GoCardless, we're all about supporting you! We're committed to making our hiring process inclusive and accessible. If you need extra support or adjustments, reach out to your Talent Partner - we're here to help! And remember: we don't expect you to meet every single requirement. If you're excited by this role, we encourage you to apply! The role As Product Counsel, you will closely work with our Product and Engineering teams and be a key part of the team helping GoCardless to build, launch and run compliant and exciting products and services that deliver a great customer experience. What excites you Partner with product managers to advise on the legal and regulatory requirements relating to our products (with a focus on payments), ensuring GoCardless operates in accordance with the law and regulation. Act as a thought leader and trusted adviser, educating and guiding teams to deepen their understanding of regulation and help shape product strategies. Balance regulatory requirements with a commercial mindset by crafting innovative solutions that manage risk effectively and achieve the best customer experience. Engage and collaborate with various stakeholders at GoCardless, including Regulatory Compliance, Financial Crime, Fraud, Global Payment Partnerships and Privacy and Security, on a range of issues relating to product development and product support. Simplify complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable concepts that can be easily understood and effectively implemented across the business. Help develop and implement agile and scalable review processes for launch of new products and the global expansion of products and services. Stay informed on emerging legal and regulatory developments impacting our products, advising internal teams on necessary compliance steps and drafting or reviewing legal documentation, policies and procedures. What excites us 3 5 years of experience as a qualified lawyer in a top law firm, in house legal team and/or government agency/regulator, with regulatory and product counselling experience to help translate complex legal requirements into clear and actionable advice that helps the business move forward. Strong project management skills, including the ability to coordinate and prioritise multiple tasks and stakeholder requests. Experience in payments and regulatory financial services with a strong technology background. Experience with the regulatory regimes governing payments services and electronic money, including the Payment Services Regulations, conduct of business and licensing requirements and associated regulatory areas such as financial crimes, outsourcing, safeguarding and consumer protection. A strong interest in technology and ability to grasp new technologies and understand complex product use cases quickly. Problem solver, with an "anything is possible" mindset, who thrives in a fast paced environment, deals well with ambiguity and focuses on driving impact. Excellent judgement and capable of making smart decisions with imperfect information. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Transactional experience, contract drafting and strong project management skills highly desirable. Base salary ranges are based on role, job level, location, and market data. Please note that whilst we strive to offer competitive compensation, our approach is to pay between the minimum and the mid point (£90,000 - £100,000) of the pay range until performance can be assessed in role. Offers will take into account level of experience, interview assessment, budgets and parity between you and fellow employees at GoCardless doing similar work. the Good Stuff! Wellbeing: Dedicated support and medical cover to keep you healthy. Work Away Scheme: Work from anywhere for up to 90 days in any 12 month period. Hybrid Working: Our hybrid model offers flexibility, with in office days determined by your team. Equity: All permanently employed GeeCees get equity to share in our success. Parental leave: Tailored leave to support your life's great adventure. Time Off: Generous holidays, 3 volunteer days, and 4 wellness days annually. Life at GoCardless We're an organisation defined by our values; we start with why before we begin any project, to ensure it's aligned with our mission. We make it happen, working with urgency and taking personal accountability for getting things done. We act with integrity, always. We care deeply about what we do and we know it's essential that we be humble whilst we do it. Our Values form part of the GoCardless DNA, and are used to not only help us nurture and develop our culture, but to deliver impactful work that will help us to achieve our vision. Diversity & Inclusion We're building the payment network of the future, and to achieve our goal, we need a diverse team with a range of perspectives and experiences. As of July 2024, where we stand: 45% identify as women 23% identify as Black, Asian, Mixed, or Other 10% identify as LGBTQIA+ 9% identify as neurodiverse 2% identify as disabled If you want to learn more, you can read about our Employee Resource Groups and objectives here as well as our latest D&I Report. Sustainability at GoCardless We're committed to reducing our environmental impact and leaving a sustainable world for future generations. As co founders of the Tech Zero coalition, we're working towards a climate positive future. Check out our sustainability action plan here. Interested in building your career at GoCardless? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.

Why join us? DWF is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join our growing Corporate Crime team. The team has a broad economic crime practice with expertise in Enforcement, Internal Investigations, Compliance, and Crisis Response. The role offers a range of varied and interesting work providing excellent opportunity for a mix of contentious and non-contentious work. You will work alongside and support the Head of Corporate Crime while gaining exposure to key stakeholders and regulators. Whilst the Corporate Crime team is primarily based in London, it supports DWF's national (and international) practices and clients. The team provides advisory services on economic crime compliance, investigation and defence of clients across all sectors that DWF operates in. Responsibilities Provide a high-quality service to clients in a commercial and professional manner managing a caseload of predominantly complex and/or high value cases on both contentious and non-contentious matters, working with partners/directors and other fees earners and/or with assistance from more junior fee earners; Maintain an understanding of the latest developments in economic crime legislation and wider regulatory law and to regularly seek to update skills in addition to and outside of the CPD process, sharing learning across the team; Be accountable for individual and team financial management ensuring a pro-active approach is taken to meeting individual and team targets; Raise individual profile and that of DWF through coverage in relevant trade legal and/or national press, via social media and DWF promotional material, assisting to maximise own revenue with existing clients through the introduction of clients to other practice areas/groups where applicable; Play a proactive role in business development including writing articles and blogs, delivering presentations and facilitating seminars; Support others to perform to their potential, delegating work, providing technical and strategic advice to more junior fee earners, supervising cases and giving relevant guidance to support the development and progression of others as appropriate; Look outside of the Firm for new ways of working and seek continually to challenge and improve internal working practices through the professional application of skills and knowledge; Develop strong internal and external working relationships based on trust and respect, ensuring there is regular communication within the practice area/group and with the external clients; Understand the relevant marketplace and identify what opportunities and risks exist and how DWF can exploit or prepare for them; Maintain visibility and accessibility across the team / firm and manage client relationships during delivery of high quality service. The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation. What will help you succeed in this role? We are looking for an individual who can provide excellent, technically-precise and yet commercial economic crime and regulatory advice to firms and individual in a range of sectors. The ideal candidate will come with significant experience and interest in economic crime, with a criminal litigation background and good practical, working knowledge of the criminal justice system and regulatory landscape. Key skills/knowledge required: Qualified lawyer with 4+ PQE economic crime experience. Ability to work with limited supervision. Significant interest, experience and knowledge of economic crime issues. Developing own business and will help the team in developing and expanding existing and new clients. Effective team player with collaborative and supportive approach. Experience of effectively supervising and developing junior fee earners. Proactive in developing own expertise and skills and in sharing learning with others. What we offer? We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF. We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team. About us DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. Our approach delivers efficiency, price certainty and transparency for our clients across the world without compromising on quality or service. Our purpose is to deliver positive outcomes with our colleagues, clients and communities and we foster a culture that places our colleagues at the centre of all that we do.

Key Responsibilities - Financial Crime Compliance Lead the financial crime function, ensuring timely and consistent support across the team. Advise on anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, bribery, fraud, tax evasion, and market abuse. Support the MLRO with suspicious activity reports (SARs), regulatory questionnaires, and audits. Monitor regulatory developments and update policies and procedures accordingly. Review and approve high risk clients and matters prior to MLRO escalation. Maintain up to date financial crime policies, procedures, and risk assessments. Deliver training and share knowledge across offices. Attend relevant industry events and share insights with the team. Line manage the AML Manager; support recruitment and team performance. Review and enhance AML systems and processes as needed. General Compliance Advise on broader compliance issues, including conflicts, confidentiality, client terms, and regulatory requirements. Deliver compliance induction training for new legal and professional staff. Assist with periodic file reviews and provide team cover during absences. Requirements Qualified lawyer (3+ years PQE) with compliance or regulatory experience in a legal environment. In depth understanding of UK financial crime legislation and SRA regulations. Strong advisory background in AML and compliance matters across jurisdictions. Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with platforms like iManage or Intapp is a plus. Proven leadership experience; flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities. Apply now! For more information or a confidential discussion please contact Ria Deboise on / If this position isn't for you but you know someone who could be suitable, then please let us know. We offer a generous reward fee for any successful referrals. For full details please see our website. RedLaw acts as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role and strive to make our recruitment process accessible and accommodating to everyone. Our goal is to help our client law firms build teams that reflect the diversity of their communities and customers, creating inclusive environments where all employees feel valued and respected. By applying for this role you consent for your personal information to be treated in accordance with our Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.

Overview Job title: Senior Associate, Regulatory & Investigation Location: Edinburgh, GB; London, GB; Glasgow, GB Department: Regulatory and Investigation Location: Scotland Duration: Permanent Reports to: Partner Direct reports: None PQE: 5-7 years The Department Dentons' Disputes, Regulatory, and Investigations group is a large contentious-focused team in the Disputes Division of Dentons split across London, Milton Keynes, Scotland, and remote-working. We are looking for an able and enthusiastic lawyer (ideally 4+ PQE) to join the part of the team which is based in Scotland and specialises in contentious financial services, financial crime, and internal investigations. Regulatory and criminal enforcement action is among the most damaging events an institution or individual can face. To help manage our clients' risks, we have built a team with a deep understanding of the UK financial regulators and enforcement agencies, how they work, and how they think. We have over 12 years of combined experience working with regulators, which we use every day to help our clients avoid or deal with regulatory disputes. We think how we help is as important as what we say, and our clients value that we provide a service that is responsive, commercial, and pragmatic. The Role Dentons represents a wide variety of industry clients in disputes involving complex financial products, capital markets, financial services transactions, and instruments, as well as securities and financial fraud disputes and investigations. We now have an exciting opportunity for an Associate to join the growing contentious regulatory and financial crime practice. You will work with financial institutions and large corporations in relation to complex internal and external investigations and regulatory enforcement proceedings on a range of matters. Your role will also involve advising institutions and individuals on regulatory and financial crime compliance, including in relation to financial market conduct, the conduct of business, senior management and governance, non-financial misconduct, money laundering, and bribery and corruption issues, often in collaboration with our overseas offices. Drawing upon the industry knowledge and strength of our transactional and regulatory practices in all major financial centers around the globe, you will gain unparalleled experience and play a fundamental role in building the practice within London. This is an exciting and challenging role and an excellent opportunity for an Associate, who is passionate about working within a global firm and in supporting the ongoing growth of the practice. You will maintain client relationships, contribute to business development and thought leadership, raise your own profile, and support the continued growth of the practice. We would be particularly interested in hearing from ambitious 4 year+ pqe lawyers, however, we will consider talented candidates outside of that range. Responsibilities Support on a range of internal and external investigations across a range of sectors, including financial services, energy, pharma, and media; Advise on financial services regulatory and financial crime issues; Build and maintain client relationships; Make significant contributions to business development, including providing thought leadership, to raise the profile of the firm externally; Work closely with the Banking, Financial Markets Litigation team where appropriate. Experience, Skills & Knowledge English law legal knowledge gained within a top-tier city firm; Strong academic record; Experience in internal investigations for financial institutions and/or corporations; Experience in investigations brought by regulatory and/or law enforcement bodies, including FCA, PRA, FRC, and SFO; General financial services law knowledge; Experience in handling regulatory and enforcement agency requests; Experience with legal and regulatory requirements in relation to anti-money laundering/terrorist financing, the UK Bribery Act, and the Proceeds of Crime Act; Ability to work with a degree of independence; Exceptional drafting skills and legal research ability. Personal attributes Takes responsibility for own work; Is dedicated to exceptional client service; Has a keen interest in business development and demonstrates market focus; Strong financial, commercial, and business awareness; Excellent problem solving and decision making skills; Good interpersonal and communication skills; Demonstrates good judgment and resilience skills; Shows strong initiative and drive and takes control of own career development, enthusiastic about learning new skills; Strong teamwork skills. Firm Profile Across more than 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity . Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone including of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours. During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence. If you are interested in applying for this position, we welcome direct applications via our careers page, but if you have any questions beforehand, please email . Enquiries only please - applications will not be accepted via email. Please note that we will not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the business, nor will we accept any associated terms of business.

Leading international law firm are looking to hire an additional Associate level lawyer to join their specialist Regulatory & Investigation team- this role can be based in Edinburgh or Glasgow with hybrid working also available. Role Profile: The Dispute Resolution team are involved in complex financial products, capital markets, financial services transactions, and instruments, as well as securities and financial fraud disputes and investigations. This is an opportunity for an Associate to join the growing contentious regulatory and financial crime practice. You will work with financial institutions and large corporations in relation to complex internal and external investigations and regulatory enforcement proceedings on a range of matters. Your role will also involve advising institutions and individuals on regulatory and financial crime compliance, including in relation to financial market conduct, the conduct of business, senior management and governance, non-financial misconduct, money laundering, and bribery and corruption issues, often in collaboration with our overseas offices. The role will include: Providing support on a range of internal and external investigations across a range of sectors, including financial services, energy, pharma, and media; Advising on financial services regulatory and financial crime issues; Building and maintain client relationships; Making significant contributions to business development, including providing thought leadership, to raise the profile of the firm externally; Working closely with the Banking, Financial Markets Litigation team where appropriate. Candidate Requirements: This is an exciting and challenging role and an excellent opportunity for an Associate, who is passionate about working within a global firm and in supporting the ongoing growth of the practice. You will maintain client relationships, contribute to business development and thought leadership, raise your own profile, and support the continued growth of the practice. Ideally you will have: Circa 4+ PQE. Experience in internal investigations for financial institutions and/or corporations; Experience in investigations brought by regulatory and/or law enforcement bodies, including FCA, PRA, FRC, and SFO; General financial services law knowledge; Experience in handling regulatory and enforcement agency requests; Experience with legal and regulatory requirements in relation to anti-money laundering/terrorist financing, the UK Bribery Act, and the Proceeds of Crime Act On Offer: On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package and a company that offers excellent work /life balance and career progression. To Apply: For a confidential discussion about this position, to request the full job description or to apply, please contact: David Thomson- Director Edinburgh: (0) Glasgow: (0) London: (0) Dublin: (0) 1 Email:

Assurance - Financial Services - Forensic Data Analytics - Senior Manager - London Location: London Other locations: Primary Location Only Requisition ID: At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and cutting-end technologies to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. With high-profile corporate fraud and regulatory non-compliance cases at the forefront of the news, it is more important than ever for businesses to maintain the authoritative knowledge it takes to investigate, detect, prevent and monitor for risks. Additionally, with the growing volumes of disparate data, advancement in AI technologies and increasing global regulatory scrutiny coupled with changing regulations, it is critical for businesses to accelerate intelligent decision making, continue to adopt AI technologies and build more efficient finance, legal and compliance functions. The opportunity EY's Forensic Data Analytics (FDA) team is a growing global, AI and data-focused group within the Forensic & Integrity Servicesdepartment. We work across all lines of businesses in Financial Services (FS) industry with a specific focus on Financial Crime, Fraud, Legal and Regulatory domain. This role will combine extensive FS industrial experience, analytical skills and deep understanding Data and AI capabilities to help our clients in dealing with their complex issues. Whether it is designing, implementing or ideating technology solutions we need the very best people to join us and strengthen our team to achieve our ambitious targets. Your key responsibilities We will expect you to have experience across all four areas of our leadership expectation: clients, business, team and personal. This will enable you to lead our teams, manage our clients and complex assignments, grow our business in a commercial way which adheres to our values, and inspire others through your own behaviours. We're interested in passionate leaders, with the intellectual curiosity to actively pursue new knowledge in the rapidly changing world of data and AI. Naturally you'll need a strong background in the various data engineering and data science and AI tooling to assist in achieving our goals. Skills and attributes for success Client Management and Business Development Develop/maintain productive relationships with client management including C Suite executives. Develop new business development initiatives, go to market campaigns, sales sprints, leading end-to-end bid processes, engagement delivery and knowledge management with a proven experience of achieving sales targets greater than £1m per year. Stay informed of the client's industry, and recognise key performance drivers, business trends, and emerging technical/industry developments. Strong problem solving skills to support clients on a comprehensive range of issues in relation to financial crime, fraud, regulatory and compliance, litigation and other adverse events in the Financial Services industry across Banking and Capital Markets, Insurance and Wealth and Asset Management sectors. Engagement Delivery and People Management Lead complex Data and AI-led assignments, review the work prepared by the engagement teams to ensure that it meets EY's quality standards and the client's expectations. Monitor engagement progress to manage and mitigate risks and resolving any issues that may arise during the project. Ensure successful completion of project objectives within timescales and budget. Direct management of senior client stakeholders, investigators, internal and external auditors, lawyers and regulatory authorities during sensitive and sometimes adversarial situations. Lead the development of training, recruiting, resourcing projects, and/or other practice-wide needs to create a positive work and learning culture. Define best practices, processes, and standards to ensure realisation of measurable improvement in value, effectiveness, efficiency and quality of services delivered to clients. To qualify for the role you must have Financial Services industry, focused on financial crime, forensics, fraud, legal and regulatory compliance End to end data engineering and data science life cycle including data discovery, ETL, data analysis/machine learning, data visualisation/reporting and latest Gen AI and Agentic AI technologies Leading large and complex data and AI-driven programmes and innovating reusable tech solutions through problem solving Developing and mentoring data engineering and data science teams Ideally, you'll also have Previous Big 4 and large consulting firms experience is an advantage. What we look for We're not just looking for strong technical skills - we're interested in people that can nurture relationships, both internal and external, and are committed to intimately understanding our clients' needs. If you're looking to become part of elite group of data engineers and data scientists where you'll make a measurable difference across some of the most prestigious businesses around, this role is for you. What we offer Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. Apply now. Please note; Prior to finalizing your application, you will be asked to provide personal information across several dimensions of diversity and inclusiveness. 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