151 Financial Crime jobs in the United Kingdom

A rare opportunity has arisen for a Financial Crime Solicitor to join the in-house legal team of a Magic Circle firm, based in their London headquarters. This is a permanent role at Mid Associate/Manager level, ideal for a Financial Crime Solicitor seeking high-level exposure to global financial institutions, regulators, and complex cross-border matters.

Working within the Financial Services division, the Financial Crime Solicitor will be part of a close-knit team advising internally on a broad range of financial crime risks, including anti-money laundering (AML), bribery and corruption, sanctions compliance, fraud, and other regulatory issues. This is a unique in-house position within private practice, offering a balance of high-profile advisory work and internal risk management across global jurisdictions.

As a Financial Crime Solicitor in this role, your focus will be on advising the firm internally in relation to financial crime obligations across multiple global offices. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders, including Risk, Compliance, General Counsel, and external advisors. Key responsibilities include:

• Advising on anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, ABC (anti-bribery and corruption), fraud and broader financial crime risks.

• Supporting on the development and implementation of firmwide policies and controls.

• Liaising with regulators and financial institutions where required.

• Providing training and updates to legal and compliance teams.

This role would suit someone with strong technical knowledge of the UK regulatory landscape (including the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018, and relevant SRA standards) and exposure to cross-border compliance frameworks.

• A qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 3-5 years' post-qualification experience.

• Previous experience in financial crime, regulatory investigations or white-collar crime - ideally gained in-house or at a top-tier law firm.

• Strong understanding of relevant legislation, including AML, ABC, and sanctions compliance.

• Commercial awareness, with the ability to advise in a business-sensitive and pragmatic manner.

• Competitive salary range: 95,000-115,000 per annum depending on experience.

• Exceptional exposure to international regulatory work at a prestigious law firm.

• Opportunities to contribute to global policies and firm-wide initiatives.

• Generous benefits package including bonus, pension, and health insurance.

Keywords: Financial Crime Solicitor | In-House Legal | Financial Services Lawyer | AML Sanctions Bribery | Risk and Compliance | Magic Circle Law

A top international law firm is seeking a qualified lawyer to join its London-based compliance team, focusing on financial crime across their global offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the financial crime function within the compliance team
• Advise on anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, bribery, fraud, tax evasion and market abuse
• Support the MLRO with SARs and regulatory questionnaires
• Monitor regulatory changes and update internal policies and procedures
• Maintain AML records and databases
• Prepare for audits and liaise with regulators
• Approve high-risk clients and matters
• Deliver training and represent the firm at industry events
• Manage and mentor compliance staff

Requirements:

• Qualified lawyer with 2-5 PQE
• Experience in an international firm
• Strong knowledge of UK and EU financial crime laws and regulations

Arthur have partnered with a leading Lloyd's Managing Agent who are hiring a Financial Crime Analyst to join their Compliance team. This will be a full time, permanent role (hybrid London) reporting into the Financial Crime Manager.

Main Responsibilities:

• Assist with Financial Crime queries, mainly focussing on Sanctions but also including AML, Fraud and ABC
• Provide Sanctions Advice
• Conduct Financial Crime Monitoring
• Support with Financial Crime related regulatory returns and submissions

Experience/Qualifications:

• 2:1 degree (ideally Law)
• ICA or CII would be advantageous
• 2+ years experience within Financial Crime within the London Market (ideally Lloyd's, MGA or Broking) - Insurance experience is essential for this role.

A leading insurance broker is looking for a Financial Crime Officer to play a key role in shaping its compliance framework and supporting senior stakeholders across the UK and international business.

This is a great opportunity for someone with financial crime expertise who wants to step into a role with real influence, variety, and visibility. You’ll be trusted to lead projects, provide specialist advice, mentor junior colleagues, and help drive a strong compliance culture across the business.

Key responsibilities:

• Managing sanctions screening and advising on Financial Crime matters
• Leading compliance projects and delivering tailored training
• Driving due diligence processes and supporting investigations
• Guiding and mentoring junior team members

What you'll bring :

• Solid financial crime experience (insurance background a plus, but not essential)
• Strong knowledge of OFAC, EU, and HMT Sanctions
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills
• ICA or Cert CII qualifications desirable

Salary is competitive + benefits and hybrid working model.

A top international law firm is seeking a qualified lawyer to join its London-based compliance team, focusing on financial crime across their global offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the financial crime function within the compliance team
• Advise on anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, bribery, fraud, tax evasion and market abuse
• Support the MLRO with SARs and regulatory questionnaires
• Monitor regulatory changes and update internal policies and procedures
• Maintain AML records and databases
• Prepare for audits and liaise with regulators
• Approve high-risk clients and matters
• Deliver training and represent the firm at industry events
• Manage and mentor compliance staff

Requirements:

• Qualified lawyer with 2-5 PQE
• Experience in an international firm
• Strong knowledge of UK and EU financial crime laws and regulations

A top international law firm is seeking a Financial Crime Lawyer based in the London office. The Legal & Risk function oversees global risk and compliance. The Financial Crime team provides daily advisory support to legal practices and business teams on Financial Crime risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day advice on financial crime risks and procedures
• Support global offices in complying with local FC laws and regulatory audits
• Advise on reputational risks (e.g. high-risk jurisdictions, ESG concerns, criminal allegations)
• Evaluate and advise on sanctions risks in new business
• Monitor and respond to changes in international sanctions regimes
• Deliver financial crime training programs for new and existing staff.
• Develop and manage anti-money laundering and risk assessment systems
• Evaluate external tools to enhance compliance and efficiency
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation
• Contribute to team development and strategic projects

Candidate Profile

• Qualified lawyer with at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Background in financial crime and compliance, ideally within a global law firm or professional services environment
• Strong communication, policy drafting, and training delivery skills
• Experience managing complex compliance programs and teams

Financial Crime Manager – 15-Month FTC

Location: London

We’re working with a leading top 15 accountancy firm seeking a Financial Crime Manager for a 15-month fixed-term contract. This is a standout opportunity to lead a high-performing team, take ownership of AML/KYC operations, and play a key role during an exciting period of transformation, including the implementation of a new KYC system. You'll be stepping into a dynamic, fast-paced environment with real scope to make a lasting impact.

Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day KYC/AML operations, ensuring consistent application of firm-wide policies
• Review and approve client onboarding and continuation decisions, including EDD cases
• Act as a subject matter expert, guiding teams on AML/CFT requirements and best practices
• Mentor and develop your team, building capability and driving performance
• Support the roll-out of a new KYC system and help shape process improvements
• Stay ahead of regulatory changes and advise on implementation across the firm

Requirements:

• Proven experience in AML/KYC within Professional Services (accountancy ideal)
• Strong working knowledge of CDD/EDD and risk management for complex structures
• Confident in applying regulatory frameworks to real-world business decisions
• Team leadership experience, with a passion for mentoring and knowledge-sharing
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with stakeholders

If this sounds like the role for you apply below or contact for more info!

A top international law firm is seeking a Financial Crime Lawyer based in the London office. The Legal & Risk function oversees global risk and compliance. The Financial Crime team provides daily advisory support to legal practices and business teams on Financial Crime risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day advice on financial crime risks and procedures
• Support global offices in complying with local FC laws and regulatory audits
• Advise on reputational risks (e.g. high-risk jurisdictions, ESG concerns, criminal allegations)
• Evaluate and advise on sanctions risks in new business
• Monitor and respond to changes in international sanctions regimes
• Deliver financial crime training programs for new and existing staff.
• Develop and manage anti-money laundering and risk assessment systems
• Evaluate external tools to enhance compliance and efficiency
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation
• Contribute to team development and strategic projects

Candidate Profile

• Qualified lawyer with at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Background in financial crime and compliance, ideally within a global law firm or professional services environment
• Strong communication, policy drafting, and training delivery skills
• Experience managing complex compliance programs and teams

In-House Compliance Lawyer

Financial Crime

International Law Firm

A top tier firm are seeking an experienced financial crime lawyer to join their in-house legal team working with the GC and Director of Compliance.

The Team

The compliance department has a number of lawyers and analysts specialising in financial crime. They provide legal, risk and regulatory advice and support to the European offices and there is a really good compliance culture across the firm with support from the most senior team members.

The Role

You will be one of the most senior team members advising on financial crime and work closely with the MLRO. The role will be broad and include advising on financial crime compliance including:

• Money laundering
• Sanctions
• Bribery
• Fraud
• Tax evasion
• Market abuse

Duties will include:

• Analysing complex and high risk clients and matters
• Identifying reputational and financial crime issues
• Submitting SARs
• Horizon scanning
• Drafting policies, procedures and risk assessments
• Audit preparation
• Developing and delivering training

The Person

Due to the senior level of the role is it anticipated you will be a qualified lawyer with at least 5 PQE and have relevant knowledge of:

• Knowledge of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002
• UK Money Laundering Regulations and LSAG guidance
• French and Belgian AML Regulations and industry guidance
• UK, EU and US sanctions
• Bribery Act 2010
• Criminal Finances Act 2017
• ECCTA 2023

Although it would be ideal if you were already working in an in-house compliance team, the firm are open to a financial crime / white collar crime solicitor seeking to move into a role like this.

Lunaria Partners are advertising this financial crime lawyer / compliance lawyer / legal counsel / AML lawyer role on behalf of our client. We strive to respond to all applications but due to the volume received, this isn't always possible. If you have not heard from us in 14 days your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.