Corporate Crime Associate – Cross-Border Investigations

Simmons & Simmons; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK seeks an experienced Associate to join their Corporate Crime team. This role involves managing complex regulatory and criminal law risks, leading high-profile investigations, and advising corporate clients on serious allegations. Candidates should have a strong academic background, proven experience in corporate crime, and the ability to work collaboratively. The firm offers competitive compensation, a hybrid working model, and a vibrant workplace culture focused on inclusivity and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Private medical insurance

Pension contribution

Global skills academy

Hybrid working model

Vibrant social and sports committees

Qualifications

• Proven experience in corporate crime and financial crime investigations.
• Trained and qualified lawyer with at least 4 years post-qualification experience.
• Ability to manage sensitive and high-value legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-border investigations including those by law enforcement.
• Advise clients on bribery, corruption, and fraud allegations.
• Provide defence representation for corporates and individuals.
• Support client interactions with enforcement agencies.
• Deliver advisory work across corporate crime.

Skills

Corporate crime experience

Financial crime knowledge

Complex investigations skills

Commercial awareness

Teamwork

Education

Strong academic background

Qualified with a leading firm

Job description

A leading law firm in the UK seeks an experienced Associate to join their Corporate Crime team. This role involves managing complex regulatory and criminal law risks, leading high-profile investigations, and advising corporate clients on serious allegations. Candidates should have a strong academic background, proven experience in corporate crime, and the ability to work collaboratively. The firm offers competitive compensation, a hybrid working model, and a vibrant workplace culture focused on inclusivity and innovation.