Compliance Lawyer - Financial Crime

Compliance Lawyer - Financial Crime (London, UK and 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 ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary point of contact for financial crime matters, providing clear and commercially focused guidanceSupport senior compliance leadership with reporting obligations and regulatory interactionsOversee the enhancement and implementation of policies, procedures, and risk assessment processesReview higher-risk matters and provide input on reputational considerationsMentor junior team members and contribute to team development initiativesAbout YouAn England and Wales qualified lawyer with solid post-qualification experience from a leading US or international law firm is essentialStrong understanding of financial crime frameworks across the UK and key European jurisdictionsConfident working with senior stakeholders and managing competing prioritiesComfortable ..... full job details .....