Practice group/Global Operations team: Konexo
Type of Vacancy: Permanent
Full time/Part time: Full-Time
Hybrid Working: 3 days per week in the office
Location: London
About Konexo
Konexo was developed in 2011 by global law firm Eversheds Sutherland. As pioneers in alternative legal service provision, Konexo delivers legal and compliance services supported by advanced technology, smart systems and expert professionals. We collaborate closely with Financial Services lawyers to identify, pitch for and win new client mandates, supporting firms that enhance internal compliance systems or respond to regulatory scrutiny.
Opportunity
We are looking for a Financial Crime Director or Senior Manager to lead advisory, remediation and regulatory transformation programmes for financial services clients. The role combines deep financial crime expertise with client leadership, business development support and programme oversight. The Director will work with senior Konexo leaders and client stakeholders to deliver market‑leading regulatory, risk and compliance consultancy services, supporting client growth and strengthening Konexo’s reputation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee financial crime advisory and delivery work across AML, sanctions and fraud.
- Act as a senior subject matter expert on large‑scale remediation, regulatory change and transformation programmes.
- Provide oversight, challenge and quality assurance across client deliverables.
- Coach and mentor junior consultants and managers.
- Shape the evolution of Konexo’s delivery models.
- Support business development—including shaping propositions, contributing to pitches and client discussions.
- Take Konexo’s financial crime capabilities to market as a senior representative.
- Maintain oversight of delivery risk, ensuring client commitments are met to high standards.
- Support effective governance, issue escalation and decision making.
- Apply professional judgement to manage regulatory, operational and delivery risk.
Skills and Experience
- Extensive experience leading a financial crime, compliance or regulatory advisory team within financial services.
- Hands‑on expertise in AML, sanctions, KYC, fraud, monitoring, etc.
- Significant experience leading large‑scale financial crime remediation, transformation or managed service programmes.
- Background in consulting, professional services or complex in‑house change environments.
- Demonstrable experience of leading client engagements and influencing at a senior level.
- Commercial awareness and experience supporting business development and client growth strategies.
Benefits
- Fair, transparent and equitable work environment.
- Shared success and performance‑based rewards aligned to values.
- Flexible working, remote work policy and hybrid options.
- Dental, healthcare and wellness support.
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Structured professional and personal training, mentoring and development programs.
- International and cross‑functional exposure.
- Pro bono work and community engagement opportunities.
- Retirement planning and insurance support.
Diversity & Inclusion
Inclusive is a core business value at Eversheds Sutherland. We foster diversity of thought, respect for individuals, and collaboration. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, monitoring progress and developing our approach to ensure all people thrive at work.
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