Investigations / White Collar Crime

Location: Beijing China

Position Overview: Our client an elite international firm globally renowned for its corporate investigations practice group is seeking a highly motivated and experienced US-qualified lawyer to join their investigations team as an Investigations/White Collar Crime Associate in Beijing.

The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) and be a US qualified attorney. This role focuses on compliance and investigations particularly in Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and anti-corruption matters. This is an opportunity to join a highly respected collegial team with excellent growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting internal investigations related to white collar crime including fraud bribery and corruption.
• Advising clients on compliance with FCPA and other anti-corruption laws and regulations.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of compliance programs and policies for clients.
• Representing and defending clients in interactions with regulatory authorities and during enforcement actions.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide comprehensive legal support.
• Preparing and reviewing legal documents reports and presentations.
• Staying abreast of developments in relevant laws and regulations to provide proactive advice.

Qualifications:

• US qualified attorney with 3-4 years of PQE in investigations and white-collar crime.
• Extensive experience in FCPA and anti-corruption compliance.
• High fluency in English; additional language skills are a plus.
• Strong analytical research and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working in a top tier international law firm
• Familiarity with the legal and regulatory environment in China.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.