Solicitor - COLP (London, UK)

Due to continued international growth, Oikonomakis Law is expanding its London presence and seeking a highly qualified Solicitor to join our UK team. This role offers exposure to high-profile clients, complex matters, and the opportunity to take on key leadership and compliance positions within our London branch.

You will join a firm that values professionalism, collaboration, and continuous development. We foster a collegiate, positive culture where senior colleagues provide strong mentoring and meaningful career advancement opportunities. As part of a growing international network, you will regularly collaborate with colleagues across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, gaining invaluable cross-border experience.

This is a diverse legal role involving advisory work, dispute resolution, drafting, negotiations, and regulatory oversight. The successful candidate will also assume core compliance and management positions within the London office:

• COLP - Compliance Officer for Legal Practice
• COFA - Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration
• Manager & Head of Legal Practice (London Office)

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious solicitor seeking both responsibility and international exposure.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal advice and representation across a wide range of matters.
• Prepare, draft, and review legal documents, agreements, and reports.
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across our international offices to deliver effective solutions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK laws and regulations, ensuring full SRA compliance.
• Oversee compliance processes and support the operational management of the London branch.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, upholding the firm’s high standards of service.

Requirements

We are seeking a solicitor with strong legal expertise and a proactive, client-focused approach. The ideal candidate will have:

• Qualified UK Solicitor status
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in practice
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Excellent time management and the ability to balance multiple deadlines
• A self-driven mindset with a high standard of professional integrity
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Commercial awareness and confidence in engaging with clients
• For more senior candidates: leadership experience and the ability to foster a positive team environment
• Fluent written and spoken English

Benefits

At Oikonomakis Law, we invest in the well-being and long-term success of our people. We offer:

• Competitive salary package
• Performance-based bonuses
• Private medical insurance
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid options available)
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Professional development support, including training programs and sponsored courses
• Clear career progression pathway within the London office and internationally
• Opportunities for cross-border work across our global offices

About Oikonomakis Law

When you join Oikonomakis Law, you become part of a global team of 100 professionals across 14 offices in 11 countries.

We serve a diverse and demanding international client base, delivering high-quality legal services across a broad range of practice areas. Our values-professional integrity, collaboration, and client service-guide everything we do.

We promote an inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member can grow, develop, and make a meaningful impact. Our international presence enables us to handle cross-border matters with precision, cultural awareness, and strategic depth.