Job Description
Compliance Lawyer - Financial Crime (London, UK & Europe)
A top-tier US law firm is seeking an experienced compliance professional to join its London team. This is a high-impact role at the centre of regulatory risk management across multiple European offices, offering exposure to complex, cross-border matters and senior stakeholder engagement.
The successful candidate will take a leading role in shaping and delivering financial crime compliance strategy, acting as a trusted advisor to partners and business teams. Working within a well-established function, you'll collaborate closely with senior leadership and international colleagues to uphold best-in-class standards across the firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary point of contact for financial crime matters, providing clear and commercially focused guidance
- Support senior compliance leadership with reporting obligations and regulatory interactions
- Oversee the enhancement and implementation of policies, procedures, and risk assessment processes
- Review higher-risk matters and provide input on reputational considerations
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to team development initiatives
About You
- An England & Wales qualified lawyer with solid post-qualification experience from a leading US or international law firm is essential
- Strong understanding of financial crime frameworks across the UK and key European jurisdictions
- Confident working with senior stakeholders and managing competing priorities
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
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.
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