William James Recruitment
White Collar Crime Solicitor
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White Collar Crime Solicitor
White Collar Crime and Sanctions Solicitor – Central London
Market Leading Salary (Central London, Onsite)
About the Role
An elite specialist law firm, renowned for its work in financial crime, sanctions, extradition, and international protection, is seeking a talented Associate Solicitor to join its expanding White Collar Crime & Sanctions Regulatory team.
Operating a uniquely integrated model, the firm enables attorneys to work on complex, sensitive, and multi-disciplinary matters for a high-profile international client base, offering unparalleled exposure to high-value, politically sensitive, and multi-jurisdictional work.
The firm is seeking a 3–5 PQE Solicitor with experience in criminal fraud, AML, sanctions, or financial crime investigations.
Success in this role means delivering robust, high-quality advice on complex matters, managing sensitive files with professionalism, and contributing to the firm’s growth through reliability, technical excellence, and drive.
Key Responsibilities
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- Advising on financial crime, sanctions, AML, and fraud matters
- Managing complex, confidential client files with minimal supervision
- Supporting internal and external investigations
- Drafting high-level legal analysis, witness statements, and advisory documents
- Collaborating across multiple teams on matters involving:
- Extradition
- Civil fraud
- International protection
- Supporting and mentoring junior solicitors and paralegals
The Candidate
Required Experience & Skills:
- 3–5 years PQE in financial crime, fraud, sanctions, or investigations
- Strong technical and analytical skills
- Ability to manage time-sensitive, high-stakes matters
- Commercial acumen with excellent professional judgment
- Disciplined, ambitious, and committed to high standards
Eye for Detail Required:
- Office-based role (5 days per week)
Benefits
- Market-leading salary (unlimited cap for exceptional candidates)
- Opportunity to work on high-value, international, and complex matters
- Collaboration with leading market experts in Financial Crime
- Exceptional career development and salary reviews
- Collaborative working culture with a strong emphasis on quality work
- 25 days annual leave (general holiday entitlement)
- Impressive Central London office location
- Season ticket loans
- Private Medical insurance
- Pension Scheme
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How to Apply
Apply via email or phone in the strictest confidence to:
Contact: Abigail Lockett (Retained 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 highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.
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