Interim Sanctions Lawyer | London or Leeds | Cover ASAP
We are supporting a leading global international law firm that is looking for an experienced Sanctions Lawyer to join its highly regarded Regulatory, Enforcement & Sanctions practice on an interim contract, with potential for extension.
The Role
You’ll join a busy, market-leading team advising major multinational businesses, financial institutions and clients across shipping, energy and commodities on complex international sanctions and trade compliance matters.
The role will involve:
• Advising on UK (OFSI) and EU sanctions regimes
• Supporting cross-border matters involving US (OFAC) sanctions and export controls
• Advising on sanctions risk in corporate and commercial transactions
• Conducting multi-jurisdictional sanctions risk assessments
• Drafting and reviewing sanctions compliance policies and procedures
• Supporting regulatory enquiries, investigations and voluntary disclosures
• Working closely with international teams on complex cross-border matters
About You
We’re keen to speak with lawyers who have:
- 3–8+ PQE or equivalent relevant experience
- Strong, demonstrable expertise in UK/EU sanctions
- Experience gained within a leading UK, US or international law firm, or sophisticated in-house legal team
- Exposure to US/OFAC sanctions highly advantageous
- Experience within shipping, energy, commodities or financial services desirable
- Qualification as a Solicitor in England & Wales or US-qualified Attorney based in the UK
This would suit a sanctions specialist who is comfortable operating autonomously, managing complex matters and providing practical, commercially focused advice in a fast-paced environment.
About Elevate
Elevate provides consulting, technology and services to law departments and law firms across the globe. Headquartered in Los Angeles, our 1,600+ strong team of legal professionals, lawyers, consultants, project managers, and engineers operate across the United States, Europe, UK, Asia, Hong Kong and Australia.
ElevateFlex is the flexible resourcing capability within Elevate, defining and supporting a new flexible career within the legal industry. We match exceptional legal professionals and specialists to the evolving needs of our customers through a world-class global Community of Talent and advanced, technology-enabled search. We were recently proud to be assessed in Band 1 of Chambers' Global Flexible Legal Resourcing category.
Our vision is a world where legal and business teams achieve incredible outcomes, together.
Equity, diversity and inclusion are critical to ElevateFlex's success. As The Law Company, changing the legal business landscape, we know a diverse, inclusive work culture is at the heart of attracting, retaining and celebrating the industry's most talented people. We empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work because we know that diversity of experience and perspective drives innovation and is simply good business.
ElevateFlex is committed to hiring diverse candidates from all backgrounds.
We invite you to apply and become part of the ElevateFlex Team – helping us change the legal business landscape and make a dent in the legal universe.
Interim Sanctions Lawyer employer: Elevate Legal Talent
Elevate is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that empowers legal professionals to thrive in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. With a strong commitment to diversity, equitability, and inclusion, Elevate provides ample opportunities for employee growth and development, ensuring that every team member can contribute meaningfully to innovative legal solutions across the globe. As part of a leading global technology business, you will enjoy the flexibility of remote work while being supported by a community of talented professionals dedicated to achieving incredible outcomes together.
