Head of Financial Crime

The Company is in search of a Head of Financial Crime to take on a pivotal role in leading and defining the financial crime function within the Risk & Compliance team. This senior leadership position is responsible for setting and implementing the global financial crime strategy, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations across the firm's international network. The successful candidate will be the principal expert in AML, sanctions, anti-bribery and corruption, and fraud prevention, and will provide clear leadership to a team of Compliance Managers and Risk & Compliance Officers in multiple regions. Key duties include serving as the senior decision-maker on high-risk client matters, leading the development of financial crime policies and controls, monitoring legal and regulatory developments, and engaging with regulators on financial crime issues. Applicants for the Head of Financial Crime role at the company should have a minimum of 10 years' experience in financial crime compliance, with a strong background in AML and sanctions within a leading law firm or regulated professional services environment. The role requires a deep understanding of UK financial crime legislation and international regulatory frameworks, as well as a proven track record in leading and managing compliance teams, ideally across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial judgment, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to balance risk mitigation with the practical needs of a busy international law firm. Familiarity with compliance technology and a commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within professional environments are also essential.