We are seeking an Associate (2–4 PQE) to join a top-tier Corporate Crime practice within a leading international law firm. The role sits within a highly regarded Disputes & Investigations group that advises on some of the most complex, high-value and sensitive disputes and investigations in the market.

The team is trusted by clients for its solutions-focused, strategic advice on matters carrying significant reputational, regulatory and financial risk. Work spans a broad range of contentious and investigatory matters across sectors including financial services, asset management, technology, energy and life sciences.

The Role

This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading, Band 1 ranked Corporate Crime team, working closely with recognised leaders in the field on high-profile, multi-jurisdictional investigations and enforcement matters.

You will advise corporate clients and senior individuals on a wide range of criminal, regulatory and compliance risks, supporting matters from early internal investigations through to engagement with prosecutors and regulators.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading aspects of, and supporting on, large-scale and cross-border criminal investigations, including internal investigations and those led by law enforcement agencies
• Advising corporates and board-level individuals on allegations relating to bribery and corruption, fraud, money laundering and sanctions breaches
• Providing defence representation for both corporate entities and individuals
• Assisting with investigations into tax evasion facilitation, financial misstatements and modern slavery or supply-chain issues
• Supporting client interactions with enforcement bodies such as the SFO, FCA, DOJ and other international regulators
• Advising on matters involving cybercrime, ESG-related risks and complex cross-border compliance challenges
• Contributing to the development and implementation of remediation and compliance programmes following enforcement actions or whistleblower reports
• Delivering advisory work across the full spectrum of corporate crime and financial crime issues

Candidate Profile

• Trained and qualified at a leading law firm
• England & Wales Qualified with 2–4 years’ post-qualification experience
• Proven experience in corporate crime, financial crime and complex investigations
• Strong commercial awareness and sound judgment when handling sensitive, high-value matters
• Collaborative approach and ability to thrive in a diverse and inclusive team environment

Please get in touch on matthew@rutherfordsearch.com OR +44 20 3137 3740