Head of Legal Compliance

Role:
Head of Compliance (UK, Europe, USA)
Location
: London, 2 days a week in the office
Employment Type
: Permanent, Full-time
Salary:
£competitive
An international law firm based in the City are seeking a
Head of Compliance
to manage its compliance operations across the UK, Europe, and the USA.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead all compliance functions, focusing on Anti-Money Laundering (AML), regulatory requirements, sanctions, and risk management.
Ensure best practices are maintained across all offices, developing strategies to manage potential risks.
Provide advice on compliance matters to partners and staff, ensuring adherence to the firm’s policies.
Oversee compliance training and support internal teams, ensuring knowledge is up-to-date through regular sessions.
Act as a key contact for regulatory issues, supporting projects such as new office openings and large-scale lateral hires.
Requirements:
At least 8 years of experience in compliance, particularly AML and conflict management, ideally within an international law firm. Financial services experience is not appropriate for this role.
Strong knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements, including data protection, sanctions, and confidentiality.
Proven leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.
A proactive approach, exceptional attention to detail, and strong communication skills.
If you're looking for the next step in your compliance career and want to join a firm with a strong international presence, apply today!