Full job descriptionTemporary Senior AML Lawyer
Top global law firm is seeking a Senior AML Lawyer to join its Risk & Compliance team on a temporary basis. This role is ideal for a Senior Lawyer with strong financial crime and anti-money laundering (AML) expertise, particularly in KYC and escalation management, who can provide senior-level support on complex AML matters.
What’s On Offer:
*Salary in the region of £130,000 per annum, pro rata
*Temporary assignment to start ASAP, until the end of March 2027
*Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)
Temporary Senior AML Lawyer – What You’ll Be Doing:
*Provide senior-level support to the Risk & Compliance team across a range of financial crime and AML matters
*Manage KYC escalations, assessing issues and determining appropriate next steps
*Provide senior-level guidance and support on complex financial crime and AML matters
*Review and assess escalated KYC issues, ensuring potential risks are identified and appropriately addressed
*Work closely with colleagues across the firm to support the effective management of AML and financial crime risks
*Help maintain high standards of AML compliance and financial crime risk management across the firm
Temporary Senior AML Lawyer – What We’re Looking For:
*Ideally 10+ years’ PQE with substantial experience in financial crime and AML within a City law firm
*Strong financial crime and AML expertise, particularly in KYC and escalation management
*Proven ability to handle KYC escalations and provide senior-level support on complex AML matters
*Strong analytical skills, sound commercial judgement and the ability to assess risk and provide clear, practical advice
*Available to start at short notice and commit to a temporary assignment until the end of March 2027