Corporate Crime Senior Associate With Following

Simpson Judge; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Greater London is seeking a Senior White-Collar Crime Solicitor who must have an established client following. The role offers a competitive salary and bonuses, along with the opportunity for strategic influence and genuine autonomy. You will lead complex investigations, serve high-profile clients, and contribute to the team's growth. The firm also offers hybrid working and a supportive environment aimed at fostering professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Industry-leading bonus structure

Clear pathway to Partnership

High-quality caseload

Full BD/marketing support

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in high-value white-collar crime matters.
• Proven, transferable book of work or strong referral network.
• Strong ability to develop and convert business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex criminal and regulatory investigations.
• Serve as a trusted adviser to executives and high-profile individuals.
• Mentor and supervise junior lawyers.

Skills

Client following

Advocacy skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Commercial acumen

Job description

Job Title: Senior White-Collar Crime Solicitor (With Transferable Book of Work)

Salary: Highly Competitive + Bonus

Must have a client following

I am partnering with a highly regarded firm that is looking to strengthen its white-collar crime team with a senior hire. The firm has an outstanding reputation for handling complex, high-value criminal and regulatory matters for multinational corporations, financial institutions, senior executives, and HNW/UHNW individuals. Due to ongoing growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior White-Collar Crime Solicitor with a transferable book of work or established client following.

The Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity for a senior practitioner to step into a leadership role within a forward-thinking firm. You will gain genuine autonomy, strategic influence, and a strong platform from which to grow your practice. The firm offers full support and infrastructure to help you expand your existing client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex criminal and regulatory investigations involving the SFO, FCA, NCA, HMRC, and international authorities.
• Serve as a trusted adviser to senior executives and high-profile individuals.
• Leverage your existing client following to drive growth and enhance the firm’s white-collar crime offering.
• Mentor and supervise junior lawyers, contributing to the team's development and expertise.
• Provide expert advice across fraud, bribery, corruption, financial crime, sanctions, and corporate investigations.

About You

• Senior Solicitor/Partner-level professional with extensive experience in high-value white-collar crime matters.
• A proven, transferable book of work, or a strong referral network.
• Strong commercial acumen and an ability to develop and convert business opportunities.
• Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Collaborative, proactive, and ambitious in growing a high-performing practice.

What the Firm Offers

• Competitive base salary with an industry-leading bonus structure.
• Clear pathway to Partnership (if not already at Partner level).
• High-quality caseload with full BD/marketing support.
• Hybrid working and a supportive, collegiate environment