Job Description
Leading UK law firm | London | Permanent
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Senior-level autonomy. Genuine work-life balance.
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This is a senior compliance opportunity with a difference.
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We are partnering exclusively with a highly regarded UK law firm, who is looking for a Head of Conflicts & Financial Crime Compliance.
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The biggest attractions? Autonomy and work-life balance. You’ll be trusted to lead your area, make decisions and shape how the function operates – without layers of management or unnecessary bureaucracy.
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And while this is a senior and important role, the firm has a genuinely refreshing approach to work-life balance. They want somebody excellent at what they do – they don't expect work to consume their life.
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You’ll lead the firm's conflicts, client onboarding, AML and financial crime compliance function, manage the Case & Conflicts Team and act as the firm's MLRO.
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You’ll also work closely with partners and senior leadership, advising on complex conflicts, AML, sanctions, high-risk clients and wider financial crime matters.
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Who are we looking for?
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- You could be a qualified lawyer or an experienced compliance professional.
- You'll need law firm experience across conflicts, client onboarding, AML and financial crime compliance, alongside previous experience as an MLRO or Deputy MLRO.
- More than anything, you'll be somebody with the confidence, judgement and experience to take ownership of the function and run it properly, with the freedom to make it your own.
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If you're looking for a senior compliance role offering genuine influence and autonomy – while still maintaining a life outside of work – this is an opportunity well worth exploring.
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Please apply now or contact markneal@lextalent.co.uk for a confidential discussion.
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