Crime Solicitor Job at Brandon James (London)

White Collar Crime & Investigations Solicitor or Barrister

Join a top-tier corporate crime team advising on high-profile financial crime, i...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Accutrainee

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales) with 4+ years’ PQE/Call
Strong experience defending individuals or corporates in criminal or regulatory proceedings, ideally involving financial crime, business crime, corporate investigations, or extradition
Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills
A strategic mindset and the ability to advise confidently on all aspects of a case
The ability to manage a busy caseload independently while collaborating effectively within a close-knit team
A client-focused approach with the ability to build trusted relationships at all levels

Job Responsibility

Advising and representing clients in investigations involving the SFO, FCA, NCA, HMRC, CPS, HSE, and equivalent overseas authorities
Handling extradition cases, INTERPOL Red Notices, and other international criminal or enforcement matters
Acting for individuals and corporates in complex white collar and business crime defence matters
Supporting and leading internal investigations for corporate clients, including fact-finding, interviewing, document analysis and reporting
Managing contentious and advisory aspects of financial crime and regulatory investigations
Preparing high-quality written submissions, legal opinions, and strategic case materials
Running matters from inception to billing, maintaining excellent organisational and financial discipline

Financial Crime Solicitor

A rare opportunity has arisen for a Financial Crime Solicitor to join the in-hou...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

95000.00 - 115000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 3-5 years’ post-qualification experience
Previous experience in financial crime, regulatory investigations or white-collar crime – ideally gained in-house or at a top-tier law firm
Strong understanding of relevant legislation, including AML, ABC, and sanctions compliance
Commercial awareness, with the ability to advise in a business-sensitive and pragmatic manner.

Job Responsibility

Advising on anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, ABC (anti-bribery and corruption), fraud and broader financial crime risks
Supporting on the development and implementation of firmwide policies and controls
Liaising with regulators and financial institutions where required
Providing training and updates to legal and compliance teams.

What we offer

Competitive salary range
Exceptional exposure to international regulatory work at a prestigious law firm
Opportunities to contribute to global policies and firm-wide initiatives
Generous benefits package including bonus, pension, and health insurance.

Fulltime

Crime Solicitor

As a Crime Solicitor, you'll play a vital role in providing robust and compassio...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

45000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in criminal law, with a strong understanding of the legal system and the ability to navigate complex cases
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, allowing you to build trust with clients and effectively advocate on their behalf
A keen eye for detail and the ability to think strategically, ensuring the best possible outcomes for your clients
A commitment to staying up-to-date with the latest developments in criminal law and continuously expanding your knowledge
The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and across multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional service
Solicitor qualification and current practicing certificate
Police station accreditation and duty status
Previous experience in criminal defence work, preferably within a reputable law firm

Job Responsibility

Tackle high-profile cases and make a meaningful difference in people's lives
Be part of a dynamic, collaborative team that is regularly recognised as a leader in the field

Fulltime

Crime Solicitor

A well-regarded criminal defence firm based in London is looking to recruit a Cr...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

38000.00 - 48000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

0-3 years’ PQE with a valid practising certificate in England and Wales
Police Station Accreditation is essential
Duty Solicitor status is desirable
Experience in criminal defence work, including case preparation and court representation
Strong communication and organisational skills
A genuine interest in criminal law and client care

Job Responsibility

Manage their own caseload while supporting senior colleagues on more complex matters
Attend police stations
Represent clients at court hearings
Handle files from initial interview through to trial

What we offer

Hands-on training and supervision from senior lawyers
Opportunities to develop advocacy skills early in your career
Involvement in a wide variety of general criminal defence matters
Supportive team culture within a respected firm

Fulltime

LAA Crime Supervisor

This role involves supervising a team of Crime Duty Solicitors, managing a high-...

Location

United Kingdom , Staffordshire

Salary:

40000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

LAA Crime Category Supervisor status (Essential)
Previous experience supervising and managing legal teams
Strong leadership, case strategy, and communication skills
Resilience and commitment to defending clients with diligence and passion

Job Responsibility

Lead and supervise a team of skilled Crime Duty Solicitors
Manage a complex and serious caseload from police station through to trial
Ensure compliance with the 2017 Standard Crime Contract
Attend police stations and courts regularly
Deliver robust case preparation and powerful advocacy

What we offer

Competitive salary + performance bonus
Collaborative, tech-forward, and dynamic working environment

Fulltime

Laa Crime Supervisor

This is a senior leadership role within a modern and forward-thinking law firm s...

Location

United Kingdom , Staffordshire

Salary:

40000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

LAA Crime Category Supervisor status (Essential)
Previous experience supervising and managing legal teams
Strong leadership, case strategy, and communication skills
Resilience and commitment to defending clients with diligence and passion

Job Responsibility

Lead and supervise a team of skilled Crime Duty Solicitors
Manage a complex and serious caseload from police station through to trial
Ensure compliance with the 2017 Standard Crime Contract
Attend police stations and courts regularly
Deliver robust case preparation and powerful advocacy

What we offer

Competitive salary + performance bonus
Collaborative, tech-forward, and dynamic working environment

Fulltime

Criminal Solicitor

An established law firm based in Central London is seeking a highly motivated Cr...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

60000.00 - 80000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

1-6 years’ PQE, ideally with a focus on criminal or regulatory law
Solid experience acting for or against the FCA, or advising FCA-regulated entities
Exposure to investigations or enforcement matters, ideally involving financial crime
Excellent analytical and written communication skills
A UK qualified solicitor with relevant SRA registration

Job Responsibility

Acting in defence of clients under regulatory and criminal investigation
Advising on FCA enforcement and compliance matters
Supporting internal investigations and witness representations
Working cross-departmentally with employment and commercial teams

What we offer

Clear career progression in a growing Financial Services Group
Exposure to high-profile regulatory and criminal matters
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Flexible working applications considered

Fulltime

Financial Crime Lawyer

Join the Legal team to protect Barclays, its employees, and its brands while ens...

Location

United Kingdom , Glasgow; London

Salary:

Not provided

Barclays

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister, Attorney or equivalent)
Experience in AML, ABC, CTF, or Sanctions

Job Responsibility

Provide consistently excellent, timely, high quality and commercially focused legal and regulatory advice on complex anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorist financing (CTF), sanctions, and anti-bribery and corruption (ABC) matters
Provide expertise and leadership for significant investigations involving AML/CTF, sanctions and ABC
Lead policy efforts for AML/CTF, sanctions and ABC issues
Development and implementation of best practice legal strategies for risk management and compliance
Legal advice and support to the business on financial crime laws, regulations, and rules
Support other legal teams in representation of the bank in legal proceedings that raise financial crime issues
Advising on financial crime compliance policies and procedures
Legal research and analysis to stay up to date on changes in laws and regulations
To support Compliance, contributing to and delivering training to educate employees on legal and regulatory requirements related to financial crime
Pro-active identification, communication, and provision of legal advice on applicable laws, rules and regulations (LRRs)

Fulltime

Crime Solicitor

Brandon James

Location:
United Kingdom , London

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Job Posted:
August 19, 2025

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