Financial Crime and Investigations Associate Solicitor at William James Recruitment

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Financial Crime & Investigations Associate – Central London – Market Leading Salary starting from £70,000+ – REF: 935280AL

An elite specialist law firm renowned for its work across financial crime, sanctions, extradition, international protection matters is seeking a talented Associate to join its expanding White Collar Crime & Regulatory team.

The firm operates a uniquely integrated model, enabling lawyers to work on complex, sensitive and multi‑disciplinary matters for a high-profile international client base. This role offers unparalleled exposure to high‑value, politically sensitive and multi‑jurisdictional work.

The Role

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

• Advise on financial crime, sanctions, AML and fraud matters
• Manage complex, confidential client files with minimal supervision
• Support internal and external investigations
• Draft high-level legal analysis, witness statements and advisory documents
• Collaborate across teams on matters involving extradition, civil fraud or international protection

The Candidate

• 3–5 years PQE in financial crime, fraud, sanctions or investigations
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Ability to manage time-sensitive, high-stakes matters
• Commercially astute with excellent professional judgement
• Disciplined, ambitious and committed to high standards
• Office Based role, 5 days per week

The Benefits and How to Apply

• Highly competitive salary with no cap for exceptional candidates
• Exceptional quality of work and genuine progression prospects
• 25 days annual leave
• Season ticket loans
• Medical scheme
• Pension Scheme

Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone – no CV required for an initial conversation.

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Job Info:

• Company: William James Recruitment
• Position: Financial Crime and Investigations Associate Solicitor
• Work Location: Chester
• Country: GB

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