Financial Crime & Investigations Solicitor

Associate | 2–6 years’ PQE

Looking for your next move in criminal defence and financial crime?

I’m working with a highly regarded specialist criminal and regulatory defence firm looking to grow its team with the addition of an Associate Solicitor.

This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced Partners on complex, high-profile cases involving financial crime, fraud and regulatory investigations. You’ll advise high-net-worth individuals, professionals and businesses, gaining exposure to sophisticated matters and meaningful client responsibility.

The opportunity

You’ll be involved in a varied and challenging caseload, including:

• Financial crime, fraud, money laundering, bribery and corruption.

• Criminal and regulatory investigations involving individuals and businesses.

• Investigations and proceedings involving authorities such as the SFO, FCA, NCA and HMRC.

• Proceeds of Crime Act matters, including confiscation proceedings.

• Drafting legal advice, preparing case documents and developing case strategy.

• Attending client meetings, conferences and hearings.

• Working directly with Partners on complex and sensitive matters.

• Taking ownership of your own cases while continuing to develop your expertise.

What we're looking for

We're keen to speak with qualified solicitors with around 2–6 years’ PQE who have experience in criminal defence, financial crime, fraud or regulatory investigations.

You'll ideally bring:

• Experience handling criminal, financial crime or regulatory matters.

• A good understanding of relevant legislation, including the Proceeds of Crime Act and, where applicable, the Bribery Act.

• Strong analytical, drafting and case management skills.

• The confidence to communicate with clients and contribute to complex cases.

• Good commercial awareness, sound judgement and a professional approach.

Experience involving the SFO, FCA, NCA or HMRC would be advantageous, as would exposure to white-collar crime and investigations involving professionals or corporates.

You don't necessarily need to have covered every area listed. If you have a solid foundation in criminal defence or financial crime and want to develop further in this specialist area, I'd be keen to hear from you.

Why consider this role?

• Quality of work: Exposure to complex, high-profile financial crime and investigations.

• Partner access: Work closely with experienced Partners and learn from their expertise.

• Client responsibility: Build relationships with clients and play an active role in case strategy.

• Career development: Strengthen your specialism and develop your experience in sophisticated criminal and regulatory matters.

Interested in taking the next step?

If you're looking to move beyond routine casework and get involved in complex, high-profile financial crime matters, this is an opportunity to build your expertise, work alongside respected Partners and make your mark within a highly regarded specialist practice.

Even if you're not actively looking, it's worth a conversation. Get in touch with me directly for a confidential discussion about the opportunity, the team and what it could offer your career.