Senior Sanctions Disputes Solicitor London 6+ PQE

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Senior Sanctions Disputes Solicitor | London | 6+ PQE

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An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a senior Sanctions Disputes Solicitor (6+ PQE) to join a market-leading international disputes and investigations team in London.

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This highly regarded practice advises multinational corporates, financial institutions, insurers, traders, shipowners and major commodities businesses on some of the most complex and high-profile sanctions matters globally. The team is particularly recognised for its expertise across the shipping, commodities and international trade sectors.

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The successful candidate will work on a broad range of contentious and advisory sanctions matters, including:

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  • Advising on UK, EU and US sanctions regimes, including complex cross-border and overlapping regulatory frameworks
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  • Supporting sanctions compliance programmes, policies and internal controls
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  • Advising on sanctions risk in transactions, financings and commercial contracts
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  • Handling investigations, voluntary disclosures and enforcement actions, including matters involving OFAC and other regulatory authorities
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  • Acting on disputes, litigation and arbitration where sanctions impact contracts, payments or asset freezes
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  • Supporting clients in audits, investigations and proceedings before UK and EU authorities and courts
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  • Providing strategic guidance and real-time advice on evolving geopolitical sanctions developments and their commercial impact
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Candidate Requirements:

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  • 6+ years’ PQE gained at a leading international or specialist disputes/regulatory practice
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  • Strong experience advising on contentious sanctions matters and cross-border regulatory disputes
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  • Excellent knowledge of UK, EU and US sanctions frameworks
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  • Experience acting for clients in highly regulated sectors such as shipping, commodities, energy, insurance or financial institutions is highly desirable
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  • Strong drafting, analytical and client management skills
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  • Ability to work on complex, multi-jurisdictional matters within a fast-paced international team
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This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the most respected sanctions practices in the market, working on cutting-edge international matters with an impressive global client base.

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Posted: July 9th, 2026