At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support high-stakes corporate crime investigations and provide expert legal advice.
- Company: Dynamic law firm known for innovative solutions in complex disputes and investigations.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, private medical insurance, and a global skills academy.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Join a diverse team tackling real-world challenges in corporate crime and compliance.
- Qualifications: 3-5 years' experience in corporate crime and complex investigations required.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 £ per year.
The Role
Our leading Disputes & Investigations group advises on the full spectrum of high-value, complex disputes and investigations.
This includes contentious banking and finance matters, insolvency litigation, contentious regulatory investigations, civil and criminal fraud claims, commercial arbitration, and corporate crime.
We are trusted for our solutions-focused advice on matters with significant reputational and financial implications.
The firm is known for its professional, innovative, and tenacious approach to litigation and investigation strategy across our key sectors: financial institutions, asset management, technology, energy, and life sciences.
Our client base spans prominent corporates, professional services firms, financial institutions, fintech companies, hedge funds, and pharmaceutical companies.
Key responsibilities and areas of work will include
- Leading aspects of and supporting on large scale, cross border criminal investigations, including both internal investigations and those led by prosecutors or law enforcement agencies.
- Advising corporate clients and board level individuals on allegations involving bribery and corruption, money laundering, fraud, and sanctions breaches.
- Providing comprehensive defence representation for both corporates and individuals.
- Assisting with investigations into tax evasion facilitation, financial misstatements, and modern slavery/supply chain issues.
- Supporting clients in their interactions with enforcement agencies such as the SFO, FCA, DOJ, and other international regulators.
- Working on matters involving cybercrime, ESG-related risks, and complex cross-border compliance challenges.
- Contributing to the development and implementation of remediation and compliance programs following enforcement actions or whistleblower reports.
- Delivering complex advisory work across the full spectrum of corporate crime, including bribery, corruption, fraud, sanctions and money laundering.
Person Specification
- Strong academic background.
- Trained and qualified with a leading firm, with 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience.
- Proven experience in corporate crime, financial crime and complex investigations.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
- Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to manage sensitive and high-value matters.
- Key Highlights
- Competitive compensation package, including bonuses, private medical insurance, and pension contribution.
- A global skills academy offering extensive learning opportunities for all employees.
- A hybrid working model, requiring a minimum of three days in office, subject to role and client needs.
- Integration of traditional legal expertise with innovative Simmons & Simmons Solutions.
- Recognition as a Stonewall Top Global Employer and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility.
- Vibrant social and sports committees, as well as art collections featuring renowned artists.
- The introduction of a Strategic Advisory Council to drive strategic initiatives in line with our mission.
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment, offering equal employment opportunities to all applicants irrespective of sex, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, and more.
Flexible working arrangements are supported, and we strive to make our roles accessible to all.
Our employee networks offer additional support, detailed in our D&I Information booklet provided during the recruitment process.
We value diversity and encourage applications from those who are passionate and willing to grow with us, even if not all requirements are met.
Your unique experiences and perspectives are welcomed here.
Every day, our expert teams across Europe, the Middle East and Asia come together to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges.
We’re an international melting pot of perspectives and experiences, united in helping to shape a better future for our clients, our people and our communities.
A place for ideas, skills, ambition and innovation.
For personal growth and professional challenge.
For powering success through trust, respect, integrity and an unwavering commitment to quality.
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Supervising Associate - Corporate Crime & Investigations employer: Simmons & Simmons
Simmons & Simmons Adaptive is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and well-being of its employees, offering access to high-quality roles and resources within a leading international law firm. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and support from a dedicated sponsor Partner, employees can thrive in a dynamic work culture that values diversity and flexible working arrangements. The firm also provides numerous networking opportunities and professional development initiatives, making it an attractive choice for credit lawyers seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
