Senior Criminal Litigation Solicitor

The Role

Senior Criminal Litigation Solicitor | Central London | Competitive Salary from £100,00 + Benefits

We are delighted to be instructed by a highly regarded specialist boutique practice in Central London in the recruitment of a Senior Criminal Litigation Solicitor to join their established team.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Criminal Litigation solicitor with 7-10 years' PQE and significant experience in fraud and white-collar crime to undertake highly complex, bespoke and high-value contentious work.

The successful candidate will work closely with leading Senior counsel (including K.C), advising a sophisticated client base including high and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, public figures, business owners, senior executives, trustees, funds and professional advisers.

This role is ideally suited to an experienced solicitor seeking a challenging position with substantial responsibility, direct client exposure and involvement in some of the most complex matters in the market.

You will be involved in:

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• Leading complex criminal litigation and fraud matters from inception to conclusion
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• Advising clients on high-value and strategically important disputes
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• Managing direct relationships with sophisticated private clients and professional advisers
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• Working alongside leading counsel on complex and novel legal issues
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• Providing strategic advice on white-collar crime investigations and proceedings
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• Supervising and mentoring junior team members where appropriate
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• Drafting detailed legal advice and case strategy documents
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• Managing matters independently with minimal supervision
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The Ideal Candidate:

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• Qualified Litigation Solicitor with 7-10 years' PQE
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• Strong background in fraud and white-collar crime
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• Experience managing complex criminal litigation matters
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• Private client and/or tax experience would be advantageous
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• Excellent academic credentials (2:1 minimum degree)
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• Outstanding analytical and strategic thinking abilities
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• Strong client management and communication skills
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• Ability to work effectively under pressure
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• Comfortable advising high-profile and demanding clients
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The Benefits and How To Apply:

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• Competitive salary package from £100,000 (or + DOE)
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• Private medical insurance
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• Opportunity to work on market-leading and complex matters
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• Substantial client responsibility and autonomy
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• Direct access to leading practitioners and senior/King's counsel
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• Excellent long-term career progression opportunities
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• Exposure to a prestigious HNW and UHNW client base
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• Supportive and collaborative working environment
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• High-quality office-based role in Central London
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Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone.

Contact: Abigail Lockett, Recruitment Consultant

Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665 | Mobile: 07494 821 014

Email: [email protected]

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, advising on senior and strategic appointments.