Senior Financial Crime Analyst

  • LJ Recruitment
  • City, London
  • Jan 09, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

A global firm working with some of the world's most innovative businesses is seeking a Senior Financial Crime Analyst to join its Risk Management team. This is a pivotal role, acting as the main point of escalation for financial crime matters across the firm, including AML, counter-terrorist financing, anti-bribery and corruption, sanctions, and tax evasion prevention.

You will work closely with senior risk stakeholders, providing expert guidance and ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional with advanced knowledge of financial crime issues to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, international environment.



Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary escalation point for financial crime matters within the Business Acceptance team

  • Advise on sanctions applicability and determine whether issues require SAR submission to the NCA

  • Draft SARs for approval by senior management and the MLRO

  • Oversee ongoing monitoring processes for relevant clients and support implementation

  • Monitor and research sanctions notices, updating internal processes as required

  • Provide expert advice to partners and fee earners on financial crime-related matters

  • Ensure compliance with anti-bribery and corruption policies, including oversight of the gifts and hospitality register

  • Stay up to date with legislative and regulatory changes, supporting policy development

  • Assist with identifying and delivering training within the Business Acceptance team

  • Support regulatory visits, audits, and annual AML reviews



Knowledge, Skills & Experience

  • Advanced knowledge of financial crime regulations and best practice, including AML, sanctions, anti-bribery and corruption, and tax evasion prevention

  • Proven experience in a compliance, risk, or financial crime role within a professional services or regulated environment

  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage complex and sensitive issues

  • Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to advise stakeholders at all levels

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment