Interim Head of Anti-Bribery, Financial Crime & Sanctions

Interim Head of Anti-Bribery, Financial Crime & Sanctions

A global consumer health company is seeking a senior compliance leader to drive its ABAC, financial crime, and sanctions programme on a temporary basis. Reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer, you will provide expert legal counsel, guide senior leadership, and ensure compliance with US, UK, and EU laws.

Initial 3-month contract.

London, hybrid working

The Role:

• Lead and implement the global ABAC, financial crime, and sanctions strategy
• Provide expert legal advice across behavioural, transactional, and contentious matters
• Represent the company before regulators, enforcement bodies, and government authorities
• Conduct risk assessments and implement second-line controls
• Train and upskill legal teams and business functions, promoting first‑line ownership
• Develop global and targeted training for higher‑risk roles
• Design and implement monitoring and assurance activities
• Monitor regulatory developments and help shape future compliance strategy

Ideal Candidate:

• 10+ years post‑qualification experience in ABAC and sanctions, in‑house or private sector
• Deep expertise in international ABAC and sanctions laws, and implementing compliance frameworks
• Experience liaising with regulators and securing/maintaining licences
• Strong ability to influence senior leaders and drive high‑level decisions
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and experience leading decentralised network
• Pragmatic, business‑oriented mindset

To register an interest, please send through your updated CV to kwilliams@lawabsolute.com

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