Sanctions Analyst

Introduction

At Gallagher Re, we bring clarity to complexity by helping clients around the world make confident, data-driven decisions in a rapidly evolving risk landscape. Here, you’ll be part of a team that leverages world-class analytics and deep reinsurance expertise to deliver strategic advisory services and transactional excellence. Together, we transform advanced insights and market intelligence into strategies that protect businesses, drive performance, and shape the future of reinsurance.

We’re a community of decision makers, future shapers, and trusted experts working side by side to deliver meaningful impact through innovative thinking and practical solutions. At Gallagher Re, your curiosity is welcomed, your growth is championed, and your work truly matters. This is a place where you'll have the freedom to explore new ideas, take ownership of your career, and collaborate with people who are as driven and inquisitive as you are.

Overview

Join Gallagher Re as a Sanctions Analyst and play a key role in ensuring compliance with financial and trade sanctions, export control, and anti-boycott regulations. This is a newly created role due to team expansion is based in London, you’ll be part of a global Centre of Excellence for Financial Crime and International Trade. This is your chance to make a real difference in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

How you'll make an impact

This is a Hybrid role where you would be in our London office 2 - 3 days a week. You’ll work closely with the Sanctions Manager and the Financial Crime Team to provide expert advice and support on sanctions compliance. You’ll help the business identify, assess, and manage risks while ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.

Your day-to-day will include

• Supporting the development and maintenance of a sanctions compliance framework.
• Researching and advising on sanctions-related issues, including legal and regulatory updates.
• Responding to complex queries and providing clear, practical guidance to colleagues and stakeholders.
• Assisting with financial crime projects and contributing to business-led initiatives.
• Acting as a point of escalation for sanctions screening alerts.

About you

• We’re looking for someone who’s organised, detail-oriented, and thrives under pressure. You’ll have:
• A degree or equivalent experience.
• A basic understanding of UK, EU, and US sanctions regulations or a strong background in the (re)insurance sector.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a focus on client service.
• Experience in trade sanctions, particularly in Marine and Aviation.
• You must be eligible to work in the UK.

Compensation and benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being

Career development opportunities and ongoing learning

A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership

The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. Although this role is listed as full-time, if you’re in a job-share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)