Compliance Lawyer

Latham & Watkins

Compliance Lawyer supporting AML, sanctions, and global regulatory programs at Latham & Watkins, a leading international law firm. Advising lawyers, staff, clients, vendors, regulators, and auditors.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeMadrid • 🇪🇸 SpainMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial crime compliance and project management within a legal context, with strong capabilities in preparing compliance reports and legal analyses. Proficient in developing compliance protocols and responding to inquiries from various stakeholders.

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Financial Crime ComplianceProject ManagementLegal AnalysisCompliance ReportingBilingual Communication

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Hard Skills

Compliance ReportingLegal AnalysisProject ManagementAML Strategic PlanningContract ReviewCompliance Protocol Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationInitiativeSelf-MotivationProblem Analysis

Certifications & Qualifications

Law DegreeLicensed Lawyer

Industry Keywords

Compliance ProgramsDAC6Financial SanctionsInternational Law FirmVendor Contracts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and submit firm compliance reports to government regulators, including the Office for Financial Sanctions Implementation
Support the OGC compliance team in implementing its AML strategic plan and related projects
Support ad hoc compliance programs, such as DAC6 and criminal corporate offences
Prepare responses to compliance-related inquiries from clients, vendors, regulators, auditors, and other third parties
Develop and update protocols, standard responses, and templates for compliance-related requests
Review and advise on compliance-related terms and conditions in vendor contracts, client engagement terms, and outside counsel guidelines
Provide legal analyses and responses to compliance-related questions from firm lawyers and staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

A law or other degree
A law degree from an accredited law school
Qualification as a lawyer currently licensed to practice, preferably in England & Wales, or in a jurisdiction where Latham has an office
Experience in financial crime compliance, preferably in a large international law firm
Experience managing global compliance projects in a large international law firm, preferably
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish
Ability to lead others in projects and tasks to successful conclusion
Initiative, self-motivation, and ability to work independently
Advanced ability to perceive and analyse problems and develop alternative strategies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous total compensation package
Bonuses awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance
Health insurance
Group income protection and life assurance
Pension plan
Wellness programs
Employee discounts
Global Affinity Groups and supportive networking opportunities