Corporate Investigation Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm seeks an experienced Corporate Investigation Lawyer in Lincoln. The role involves overseeing significant corporate compliance investigations, partnering with leadership to assess risks, and managing teams to ensure thorough and timely investigations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years leading investigations in financial fraud and compliance.
• Experience in drafting reports and advising on compliance risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate investigations involving financial and regulatory matters.
• Partner with senior leadership to assess legal risks and develop plans.
• Manage documentation and reporting processes related to investigations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Interviewing

Decision Making

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

Our client, a leading global professional services firm, seeks an experienced Corporate Investigation Lawyer to oversee and manage high-profile corporate compliance investigations. In this role, you will address allegations of misconduct reported through various internal channels, supporting the company’s commitment to integrity and compliance.

About the Role

You will lead significant and complex corporate investigations involving financial and regulatory matters.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership to assess legal risks and develop strategic investigation plans.
• Define scopes, conduct interviews, compile reports, and recommend remedial measures.
• Oversee internal teams and external resources, ensuring investigations are thorough, timely, and compliant with standards.
• Manage notification, documentation, and reporting processes related to investigations.
• Advise senior leadership on risk mitigation and remedial actions.
• Liaise with Compliance Program leads, regulatory bodies, and law enforcement as needed.
• Train and support investigative attorneys and staff.
• Monitor legal developments impacting investigative practices and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience leading investigations, including financial fraud and regulatory investigations.
• Experience drafting confidential reports and advising on compliance risks.
• Related litigation experience (corporate and employment).

Required Skills

• Ability to lead sensitive investigations with discretion.
• Strong analytical, interviewing, and decision-making skills.
• Comfort in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across legal, HR, and compliance functions at senior levels.

Elevate provides consulting, technology, and services to law departments and firms worldwide. Headquartered in Los Angeles, our team of over 1,600 professionals operates across the US, Europe, the UK, and Asia.

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