Salary guide
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Lawyer
- Average salary
- £40,000 – £90,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
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- AML lawyers are crucial for UK financial sector integrity
Other names this job is known by
- Financial Crime Lawyer
- AML Solicitor
Key responsibilities
- Advise clients on AML regulations and compliance
- Draft and review policies
- Represent clients in investigations
- Liaise with regulators and law enforcement
- Deliver AML training
Skills and qualifications required
- Law degree (LLB or GDL)
- LPC/BPTC
- Qualified solicitor or barrister
- Experience in financial crime or compliance law
- Knowledge of UK and EU AML regulations
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior AML Lawyer
- Head of Compliance
- Partner
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Complete a law degree and LPC/BPTC
- Qualify as solicitor/barrister
- Specialise in financial crime law
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