Senior Associate, Sanctions Solicitor - Leading International Firm (5+ PQE)

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a Senior Associate to join its London office. The team advises on a broad mix of regulatory, sanctions, and commercial disputes matters, often with an international dimension and a focus on sectors such as trade, transport, and financial services.

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The Role

This position offers a combination of advisory and contentious work across sanctions and commercial disputes. Key responsibilities include:

• Advising on the impact and application of UK, EU, and U.S. sanctions regimes.
• Supporting investigations, regulatory enquiries, and enforcement-related matters.
• Assisting clients with compliance frameworks, including due diligence and risk mitigation.
• Acting on a range of commercial disputes, including contractual and trade-related claims.
• Drafting agreements and advising on risk allocation in commercial and financing contexts.
• Supporting litigation, arbitration, and settlement processes across multiple jurisdictions.

Candidate Profile

• England & Wales qualified
• 5+ PQE
• Experience in disputes, regulatory, or sanctions-related matters.
• Exposure to cross-border work or international clients is beneficial.
• Strong drafting skills and a commercially focused approach.

Why Apply?

This is a strong opportunity to join a well-established disputes team with a growing focus on sanctions and international trade matters. The role offers varied, high-quality work and the chance to develop expertise in a fast-evolving area.

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Keywords: sanctions, commercial disputes, regulatory investigations, arbitration, litigation, trade, compliance, cross-border, London