Sanctions Legal Director – Financial Services

Job title: Sanctions Legal Director – Financial Services

Company: Michael Page


Job description: We’ve partnered with a top 20 financial services institution globally in their search for a Sanctions & Financial Crime Lawyer to join their growing team. Hybrid working in central London, you’ll advise a variety of stakeholders on the impact of sanctions regimes in relation to corporate strategy and risk appetite framework.Your day to day would include:

• Heading up the Sanctions & Financial Crime work, including advising a variety of stakeholders on the impact of sanctions regimes in relation to corporate strategy and risk appetite framework.
• Working internationally across the UK & EMEA
• Collaborating with the wider sanctions, compliance, and legal teams across the UK, US, and EU.
• Managing external counsel

And more…Top 20 global banking group searching for a strong Sanctions LawyerHybrid working in London, joining a sustainable and culture first companyThe successful candidate will:

• Be 6+ PQE Lawyer with experience heading up a variety of financial sanctions matters, ideally with additional financial crime work.
• Have the ability to commute into London on a hybrid basis (2 – 3 days per week)
• Want to work internationally across the UK and EMEA
• Have experience managing external counsel and working with a variety of senior stakeholders

We’ve partnered with a top 20 financial services institution globally in their search for a Sanctions & Financial Crime Lawyer to join their growing team.
Providing a variety of services across commercial & investment banking, asset management, and leasing, the organisation has a strong international presence and focus on innovation and sustainability. They are known for their strong internal culture promoting DE&I alongside their commitment to supporting global and economic development while serving corporate, institutional, and retail clients.– Hybrid working in central London
– Base salary up to £140,000 depending on candidate experience
– Bonus
– Pension starting at 10%
Plus benefits package (private medical, assisted fertility, menopause plans, dental insurance, life assurance, and more…)

Expected salary: £100000 per year

Location: London

Job date: Thu, 29 May 2025 06:40:59 GMT

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