White Collar Crime (4-6PQE)

Michael Page Legal; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US law firm is seeking an experienced investigations and white collar professional to join their London office. In this role, you will lead multi-jurisdictional investigations, advise on compliance, and represent clients in regulatory inquiries. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation and regulatory defence, and possess the ability to handle high-stakes matters independently. This position offers opportunities for career development in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for international secondments

Leadership development programs

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in cross-border investigations and regulatory defence.
• Proven track record in handling high-stakes matters with regulatory agencies.
• Ability to lead complex matters independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multi-jurisdictional investigations involving financial crime and compliance.
• Advise clients on compliance frameworks including anti-bribery and AML.
• Represent clients in regulatory inquiries and antitrust investigations.

Skills

Cross-border investigations

Regulatory defence

Litigation experience

Crisis management

Mentoring junior team members

Job description

A leading US law firm is seeking a seasoned investigations and white collar professional to join its London office. The successful candidate will play a key role in advising multinational corporations, senior executives, and high-net-worth individuals on complex cross-border matters involving regulatory enforcement, financial crime, and corporate compliance.

Client Details

A prominent international law firm operates a London office that combines UK and U. legal expertise to support clients across sectors such as energy, technology, and finance. The team handles complex cross-border transactions, disputes, and regulatory matters.

Description

• Lead and manage multi-jurisdictional investigations involving anti-bribery (FCPA, UK Bribery Act), sanctions, money laundering, and financial fraud.
• Advise clients on compliance frameworks including ABC, AML, anti-tax evasion, ESG, and sanctions.
• Represent clients in regulatory inquiries, dawn raids, and antitrust investigations.
• Provide strategic counsel in civil fraud litigation and asset tracing matters.
• Deliver training and develop due diligence protocols for global clients.
• Collaborate with enforcement authorities and manage parallel proceedings across jurisdictions

Profile

• Extensive experience in cross-border investigations and regulatory defence.
• Proven track record in handling high-stakes matters with agencies such as the SFO, DOJ, FCA, OFAC, and international regulators.
• Strong background in litigation, arbitration, and crisis management.
• Experience in both private practice and in-house legal/compliance roles is highly desirable.
• International exposure, including work in jurisdictions such as Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
• Ability to lead complex matters independently and mentor junior team members.

Job Offer

• Work alongside top-tier professionals in a dynamic and globally integrated practice.
• Engage in high-profile matters with real-world impact.
• Enjoy a collaborative culture with opportunities for international secondments and leadership development.