Job Description

PQE: 5 +
Department: Regulatory & Investigations
Location: London, Milton Keynes, Glasgow, Edinburgh
Duration: Permanent
Reports to: PartnerReq nr: 8188TeamDentons' market-leading Corporate Crime team sits in the Regulatory & Investigations department and operates at the industry's forefront. This is an exciting chance to work at a firm with a strong reputation in corporate crime, known for handling complex, high-profile matters. We are located in 208 offices in 80 countries across the globe, offering fully integrated solutions to clients in virtually every industry. The world's largest law firm with 12,000 lawyers aspiring to be the world's leading law firm.We are looking for an able and enthusiastic Senior Associate to join our Corporate Crime Team which is based in London. The team regularly acts for a range of high-net-worth individuals, corporates, and financial institutions facing serious criminal and regulatory risk.The RoleThis is an exciting and challenging role and an excellent opportunity for 5 + year PQE candidates. You will be passionate about progressing your career within a global firm and in supporting the ongoing growth of the practice.We are seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join our Corporate Crime practice. The successful candidate will provide sophisticated legal advice to high-net-worth individuals and corporations facing complex regulatory investigations and enforcement actions, and defence proceedings. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional technical knowledge and a proven track record in corporate criminal defence and compliance matters.
.Required Experience, Skills, and AttributesTechnical Skills and Experience

• Substantial experience in financial regulation, corporate crime, and criminal defence;
• Proven track record of advising high-net-worth individuals and corporations;
• Experience of representing individuals or corporations in criminal proceedings;
• Experience conducting internal investigations and managing regulatory inquiries;
• Knowledge of or experience in conducting regulatory compliance and corporate crime compliance reviews;
• Strong understanding of financial services regulatory frameworks;
• Strong interview skills;
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills;
• Outstanding client relationship management abilities;
• Exceptional drafting skills and legal research ability;
• Experience with anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) regulations.

Personal Attributes

• Inquisitive;
• Strategic thinker and problem solver;
• Is dedicated to exceptional client service;
• Has a keen interest in business development and demonstrates market focus;
• Strong financial, commercial and business awareness;
• Good stakeholder management and communication skills;
• Demonstrates good judgment and resilience skills;
• Shows strong initiative & drive, takes control of own career, enthusiastic about learning new skills;
• Strong team working skills;
• Discretion and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Firm ProfileAcross more than 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you.Inclusion and DiversityWe are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: .Equal OpportunitiesDentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone including of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours.During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence.If you have any questions about this or the role criteria, please email .NO AGENCIES PLEASEIf you are interested in applying for this position, we welcome direct applications via our careers page, but if you have any questions beforehand, please email . Enquiries only please - applications will not be accepted via email.Please note that we will not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the business, nor will we accept any associated terms of business.

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