Job Description
Business Crime/Investigations Associate - 12-Month FTC
SSQ is working with a highly regarded boutique litigation and investigations firm on a fixed-term opportunity for a mid-level Associate (2–5 PQE) to join their market-leading business crime practice.
This is an exciting chance to work at a firm with a strong reputation in white-collar and financial crime, known for handling complex, high-profile matters. The team regularly acts for a range of high-net-worth individuals, corporates, and financial institutions facing serious regulatory and criminal risk.
The Role
You will be advising on a broad range of contentious matters including:
* White-collar crime and fraud
* Bribery and corruption
* AML and sanctions
* International investigations and asset tracing
* Cross-border regulatory issues, including extradition and mutual legal assistance
Key Requirements
* 2–5 years’ PQE from a reputable disputes, white-collar, or regulatory practice
* Solid experience advising on financial crime, investigations, or compliance issues
* Strong written and oral advocacy skills; comfort handling complex, often sensitive matters
* Interest in high-value, cross-border work involving both corporate and individual clients
Why Apply?
* Join a team at the forefront of business crime and investigations work
* Exposure to high-profile, confidential mandates involving international regulators and enforcement bodies
* Collegiate, high-performing environment with an emphasis on impact and responsibility from day one
The firm offers hybrid working and a supportive team culture. This is an excellent opportunity for an Associate looking to gain hands-on experience in some of the most challenging and dynamic areas of the legal market. If you are interested and would like to learn more, please apply or contact chloe.graham@ssq.com