Legal Counsel - Financial Crimes - US Investment Bank

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert legal counsel and support to business, risk, and compliance teams on complex matters involving AML, Anti-bribery and corruption, sanctions, export controls, and outbound investment
• Evaluate and advise on regulatory risk and financial crime compliance during transactional due diligence processes
• Craft and negotiate robust contract clauses addressing financial crimes, sanctions, and export control risks across diverse business units
• Monitor, interpret, and apply shifting international laws and industry best practices regarding financial crimes and trade restrictions
• Design and conduct specialized legal training programs for internal teams covering AML, ABC, sanctions, outbound investment, and customs regulations

Requirements

• Holds a Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws or equivalent degree backed by a strong academic record
• At least 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience, ideally gained with a complex financial institution, major law firm or regulatory authority
• Possess a deep, comprehensive understanding of laws and frameworks governing AML, ABC, sanctions, export controls, outbound investments and customs
• Fluency in English, Cantonese and Mandarin
• Immediate availability is preferred