Experienced AML lawyer to join an established firm's regulatory and risk function in London, providing specialist advice on anti-money laundering, sanctions and wider financial crime matters. The role will support policy development, incident escalation and internal investigations, and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across the business.

The post requires a flexible, solutions-focused lawyer who can design and deliver firm-wide training, contribute to audits and reporting, and offer hands-on quality assurance of AML work. The role will also provide support to the MLRO/MLCO and collaborate closely with the general counsel and compliance teams.

Qualified lawyer with proven experience in AML/financial crime compliance roles, including sanctions work
Track record advising senior stakeholders and supporting internal investigations and matter/client on-boarding risk assessments
Experience drafting and implementing AML/financial crime policies, procedures and training materials
Ability to mentor, manage and review the work of junior compliance/AML staff
Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder-engagement skills; commercial and pragmatic approach
Excellent drafting, organisational and prioritisation skills; resilient and able to work flexibly (including occasional out-of-hours support)
Previous law firm experience desirable but relevant in-house/compliance background will be considered

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