William James Recruitment
Senior Criminal Litigation Solicitor
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The Role
Senior Criminal Litigation Solicitor | Central London | Competitive Salary from £100,000+ Benefits
We are delighted to be instructed by a highly regarded specialist boutique practice in Central London in the recruitment of a Senior Criminal Litigation Solicitor to join their established team.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a Criminal Litigation solicitor with 7-10 years' PQE and significant experience in fraud and white-collar crime to undertake highly complex, bespoke, and high-value contentious work.
The successful candidate will work closely with leading Senior counsel (including K.C), advising a sophisticated client base including high and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, public figures, business owners, senior executives, trustees, funds, and professional advisers.
This role is ideally suited to an experienced solicitor seeking a challenging position with substantial responsibility, direct client exposure, and involvement in some of the most complex matters in the market.
You will be involved in:
- Leading complex criminal litigation and fraud matters from inception to conclusion
- Advising clients on high-value and strategically important disputes
- Managing direct relationships with sophisticated private clients and professional advisers
- Working alongside leading counsel on complex and novel legal issues
- Providing strategic advice on white-collar crime investigations and proceedings
- Supervising and mentoring junior team members where appropriate
- Drafting detailed legal advice and case strategy documents
- Managing matters independently with minimal supervision
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The Ideal Candidate:
- Qualified Litigation Solicitor with 7-10 years' PQE
- Strong background in fraud and white-collar crime
- Experience managing complex criminal litigation matters
- Private client and/or tax experience would be advantageous
- Excellent academic credentials (2:1 minimum degree)
- Outstanding analytical and strategic thinking abilities
- Strong client management and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Comfortable advising high-profile and demanding clients
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The Benefits and How To Apply:
- Competitive salary package from £100,000 (or + DOE)
- Private medical insurance
- Opportunity to work on market-leading and complex matters
- Substantial client responsibility and autonomy
- Direct access to leading practitioners and senior/King's counsel
- Excellent long-term career progression opportunities
- Exposure to a prestigious HNW and UHNW client base
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- High-quality office-based role in Central London
Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone.
Contact:
Abigail Lockett, Recruitment Consultant
Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665 | Mobile: 07494 821 014
Email: Abigail.Lockett@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, advising on senior and strategic appointments.
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