AML Lawyer – Financial Crime Specialist

About the role

Our client, a leading US law firm with a rapidly expanding London office, is seeking an AML Lawyer on a permanent basis. You will join a dynamic compliance team, focusing on anti‑money laundering and financial crime matters while supporting broader firm compliance initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Provide internal advice on AML, sanctions and financial crime issues.
• Ensure client onboarding and matter intake comply with UK AML legislation and firm policies.
• Research, risk‑assess and draft assessments for PEPs and high‑risk clients, securing approval from the Associate Director and MLRO.
• Communicate legislative interpretations and policy guidance to partners, fee‑earners and staff worldwide.
• Oversee day‑to‑day client due‑diligence, ongoing monitoring and new business requests.
• Assist in developing and maintaining the firm’s AML and financial crime policies.

Required profile

• Qualified lawyer in England & Wales or another common‑law jurisdiction.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a financial crime/AML role at an international law firm.
• Strong understanding of UK AML, sanctions and financial crime regulations.

Required skills

• Experience with automated business intake or workflow systems.
• Familiarity with AML‑related information collection and screening tools.

What we offer

• Salary of £130,000 per year.
• Hybrid working model – 4 days in the office, 1 day remote.
• Generous employee benefits including free breakfast and lunch daily.
• Standard working hours 09:30‑17:30.