Average Compliance Lawyer salary in City of London

A law firm in London are looking for an Interim European Counsel (6 months) initially. (There is the potential for the role to become permanent). Key responsibilities The role is responsible on a day-to-day basis for legal and regulatory compliance in England & Wales. AML and Market Abuse Regulation (MAR) processes.Work closely with and provide support to the AML and Accounts teams based in the Hong Kong office in relation to AML compliance and related matters in Asia.Provide support to the Firm’s US offices and General Counsel’s Office regarding the application and implementation of applicable European legislation, including data protection, criminal finances/failure to prevent, AML Regulations and MAR.Act as the main point of contact for and advise the Firm on compliance related matters in the London office.Lead the development, implementation and revision of written policies, controls and procedures, as required.Lead audits for key clients creating processes and adapting policies where requiredProvide leadership and advice to the Firm in connection with regulatory and legislative mattersProvide leadership on risk management and maintain the Firm’s risk, breach, data breach, complaints and gifts & hospitality registersWork with the COLP and the Operational Management Team in London to ensure that the Firm’s practice in England & Wales is compliant with the SRA’s Code of Conduct/ Standards & RegulationsSupport the COLP to ensure compliance with and advise the Firm on legislation.Responsible for managing the client due diligence (CDD) and anti-money laundering verification process for clients and third party payers on European matters and US matters.Provide leadership and strategic direction in connection with the development of the Firm’s AML policies, controls and processes (PCPs).Work closely with and provide support to the London based Data Protection Partner, the Firm’s Privacy Team and General Counsel’s Office in relation to GDPR and local data protection laws.Develop and deliver compliance training for lawyers and support staff in the London office,Meet/report weekly to the COLP, London Office Heads and London Director of Office Administration. The role provides support to the Compliance Officer for Legal Practice, the Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration, the Money Laundering Reporting Officer, the Operational Management Team in London (Accounts, HR, Office Services), the Data Protection Partner and the wider Privacy Team and the Office of General Counsel in New York. What we're looking for: A credible and trusted senior member of staff who is able to influence others and is regarded as an expertPrevious experience in a senior level compliance role in a law firmPrevious experience of managing a teamSound knowledge and understanding of the regulations governing a law firm in England & Wales. The firm are offering a salary of £160,000 - £190,000 depending on experience. This is a varied role. Whilst the role is initially an interim role, there is a long term opportunity with the firm. If you have any further questions about this opportunity, please don't hesitate to contact Rowena at Lewis Row Recruitment.

Conflicts Lawyer Prestigious US law firm is seeking a new Conflicts Lawyer on a permanent basis. The Conflicts Lawyer will be an integral part of the firm’s global Conflicts New Business Department. To £120,000 per annumHybrid working (4 days in the office / 1 day remote)Exceptional employee benefits Conflicts Lawyer Key Responsibilities: Review and analyse conflicts reports to identify potential conflicts of interest and business issues.Research, identify, and verify new clients and matter parties by using external corporate research tools and online resources.Prepare a Conflicts Summary outlining any potential conflicts of interest and business issues.Perform review and approval of New Business Forms to ensure NBFs comply with the firm’s new business intake policies and procedures.Draft engagement letters, conflict waivers, and screens as required.Participate in weekly meetings of the Conflicts Staff Attorneys. Conflicts Lawyer Key Skills & Requirements: Knowledge of rules of professional responsibility.Admission to a law society or bar association in a jurisdiction where the Firm has an office.Conflicts / new business intake experience at a large international law firm.Database Research Experience or experience with corporate research and compliance screening tools.Experience with the Intapp Open conflicts and new business intake solution.Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Senior Compliance Assistant (1-2 years experience) Permanent City of London (5 days in the office per week)Paying up to £35k We are currently working with an international bank based in the city of London who are looking for a compliance assistant to join their team asap. Purpose of the Role To play a key role in ensuring the Bank fully complies with the full scope of financial crime systems and controls required for UK authorised and regulated banks. Key Responsibilities • Conduct sanctions screening for ad-hoc and in-flight transactions using industry standard tools. • Review and authorise risk-based trade finance referrals. • Maintain and periodically review the Bank’s legal and vendor databases. • Maintain designed Compliance Registers to ensure regulatory compliance and support monthly reporting. • Complete thematic review tasks as assigned through Compliance Monitoring Programme (CMP). Skills, Attributes & Credentials • Qualifications - industry related diploma, e.g. ICA, ACAMS, AFB and/or a degree or relevant higher education diploma. • Minimum 1 years experience in a Compliance function within banking • Ability to navigate and interpret UK regulations (including PRA/FCA rulebooks) and JMLSG Guidance. • Microsoft office competence. • Strong ability to undertake presentations and manage bank-wide training programme.