Lead Legal Practitioner - Financial Crime and Asset Recovery Unit

About the role

Could you lead the response to serious financial crime, shape the future of asset recovery and influence some of the Isle of Man's most significant prosecutions?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Attorney General's Chambers as Lead Legal Practitioner within the Financial Crime and Asset Recovery Unit (FCARU). This senior leadership role sits within the Prosecutions Division and offers the chance to lead a specialist team handling some of the Island's most complex and high-profile financial crime matters. From overseeing investigations into serious financial crime and money laundering to directing associated asset recovery proceedings, you'll play a key role in protecting the integrity of the Isle of Man's financial and regulatory framework.

Working closely with law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies and partners across multiple jurisdictions, you'll provide expert legal advice, lead complex casework and guide the strategic direction of the Unit. Beyond the courtroom, you'll influence the development of prosecution and asset recovery practice, contribute to the Island's response to evolving international standards and support the growth and development of a highly skilled team. This is an opportunity to combine technical legal expertise with leadership, making a tangible contribution to the administration of justice while helping maintain the Isle of Man's reputation as a responsible and well-regulated international financial centre.

A workplace that invests in you

• A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
• A generous annual leave entitlement, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year.
• A flexi-time scheme where you can accrue additional time worked to take time off in line with the relevant flexi-time scheme.
• Enjoy occasional remote working opportunities, with prior agreement from your manager.
• Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
• Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
• Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.
• Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years' service.
• Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
• Access to the Government staff canteen where you can purchase affordable meals, drinks and snacks.

Making the Isle of Man your new home

A hidden gem in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man boasts an extensive coastline, stunning natural landscapes and unspoilt beaches. There are an abundance of opportunities and lots of places to discover!

You can visit our great cafes, bars and restaurants, and become part of the Island's close-knit community. The island is well connected to the UK with quick, direct flights and ferries to many destinations.

Want to find out more about Island life? Visit to find out why you should make your move to the Isle of Man!

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees' wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.

Things to note

An enhanced police check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government.

Please note a relocation package is not available for this role.

We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you.