At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial crime compliance activities and provide expert guidance on AML and KYC.
- Company: Join a large, global organisation with a focus on compliance and risk management.
- Benefits: 12-month contract with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with a collaborative culture and strong compliance focus.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a complex international business environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in financial crime compliance and strong stakeholder management skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
- Financial Crime, Sanctions & Export Control Compliance Lead
- 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
A large, global organisation is seeking an experienced Financial Crime, Sanctions & Export Control Compliance Lead to join its team on a 12-month contract.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting a complex international business, providing expert guidance on financial crime compliance across a diverse portfolio of financing activities and global transactions.
Working closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Legal, Treasury, Compliance and the wider business, you will lead financial crime, sanctions and export control compliance activities while helping to maintain a robust control environment during a period of transition.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead financial crime, sanctions and export control compliance activities across international financing transactions.
- Provide expert advice on Anti-Money Laundering (AML), sanctions and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements.
- Oversee due diligence processes to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
- Partner with Finance, Treasury, Legal, Compliance and business stakeholders to provide practical, risk-based compliance guidance.
- Support the development and enhancement of financial crime policies, procedures and controls.
- Manage relationships with external advisers and regulatory bodies where required.
- Identify emerging regulatory risks and support the implementation of effective mitigation strategies.
- Promote best practice and a strong compliance culture across the organisation.
About You
You will be an experienced financial crime professional with strong knowledge of AML, sanctions, export controls and KYC frameworks within a large, complex organisation.
You will be comfortable operating in a fast-paced international environment and have the confidence to influence senior stakeholders.
You will ideally have
- Proven experience in financial crime compliance, sanctions and export controls.
- Strong understanding of AML and KYC regulatory requirements.
- Experience supporting complex cross-border or financing transactions.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- The ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical business solutions.
- Experience developing or enhancing compliance policies and control frameworks.
- A collaborative approach with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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Financial Crime, Sanctions & Export Control Compliance Lead - Non FS - 12 Month Contract in Birmingham employer: Konexo
Eversheds Sutherland is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and well-being of its employees, offering a dynamic work culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. With a commitment to professional development and a focus on meaningful work in the legal sector, our team members are empowered to tackle complex challenges while making a positive impact in their communities. Located in a vibrant environment, we provide unique opportunities for career advancement and a supportive atmosphere that values diversity and inclusion.
