Sanctions Disputes Associate (3–6 PQE) | London

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Sanctions Disputes Associate (3–6 PQE) | London

We are working with a leading international law firm to recruit a Sanctions Disputes Solicitor (3–6 PQE) into its highly regarded disputes and regulatory team in London.

This is a standout opportunity to join a specialist, globally integrated team advising on complex and fast-evolving sanctions regimes across the UK, EU and US, with particular strength in sectors such as shipping, commodities and financial services.

The Role

You will work on a broad mix of contentious and advisory sanctions matters, including:

  • Advising on the impact of UK, EU and US sanctions regimes on client operations and transactions
  • Supporting compliance frameworks, risk management and internal controls
  • Conducting sanctions due diligence in cross-border deals and financing arrangements
  • Handling investigations, voluntary disclosures and enforcement actions (including regulatory bodies such as OFAC)
  • Advising on disputes, litigation and arbitration where sanctions impact contracts, payments or asset freezes
  • Working closely with trade and customs authorities on audits and proceedings

The Team

You will join a collaborative and commercially focused team, working closely with disputes, regulatory and international trade specialists, and advising a high-profile client base across global markets.

About You

  • 3–6 PQE with experience in sanctions, disputes, regulatory or international trade law
  • Strong analytical and drafting skills with a commercial mindset
  • Experience advising on cross-border matters (preferred)
  • Interest in geopolitical developments and their impact on global business
  • A proactive team player with strong client-facing skills

Why Apply?

  • Work at the forefront of complex, high-profile sanctions matters
  • Exposure to international clients and cross-border work
  • Join a growing, specialist team in a dynamic and evolving area of law
  • Supportive, collaborative and high-performing environment

If this has caught your interest, I’d love to hear from you. You can apply via the link or contact me directly at pascale@rutherfordsearch.com or 020 3778 2207.

Posted: April 2nd, 2026