Business Crime/Investigations Associate

SSQ; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a mid-level Associate to join their renowned business crime practice. This exciting role offers the chance to work on high-profile cases involving white-collar crime and complex investigations, providing invaluable experience in a supportive and collegiate environment. You will engage with high-net-worth individuals and corporations, tackling serious regulatory challenges. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the legal field.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years PQE from a reputable disputes or regulatory practice.
• Experience in financial crime and compliance issues.

Responsibilities

• Advising on white-collar crime, bribery, and corruption.
• Handling international investigations and asset tracing.

Skills

Financial Crime Advisory

Investigations

Regulatory Compliance

Oral Advocacy

Written Advocacy

Education

Law Degree

Job description

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Business Crime/Investigations Associate - 12-Month FTC

SSQ is working with a highly regarded boutique litigation and investigations firm on a fixed-term opportunity for a mid-level Associate (2–5 PQE) to join their market-leading business crime practice.

This is an exciting chance to work at a firm with a strong reputation in white-collar and financial crime, known for handling complex, high-profile matters. The team regularly acts for a range of high-net-worth individuals, corporates, and financial institutions facing serious regulatory and criminal risk.

The Role

You will be advising on a broad range of contentious matters including:

• White-collar crime and fraud
• Bribery and corruption
• AML and sanctions
• International investigations and asset tracing
• Cross-border regulatory issues, including extradition and mutual legal assistance

Key Requirements

• 2–5 years’ PQE from a reputable disputes, white-collar, or regulatory practice
• Solid experience advising on financial crime, investigations, or compliance issues
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills; comfort handling complex, often sensitive matters
• Interest in high-value, cross-border work involving both corporate and individual clients

Why Apply?

• Join a team at the forefront of business crime and investigations work
• Exposure to high-profile, confidential mandates involving international regulators and enforcement bodies
• Collegiate, high-performing environment with an emphasis on impact and responsibility from day one

The firm offers hybrid working and a supportive team culture. This is an excellent opportunity for an Associate looking to gain hands-on experience in some of the most challenging and dynamic areas of the legal market. If you are interested and would like to learn more, please apply or contact [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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