Katie Wheatley

Captain
DISC Type : SD

Head of Crime, Fraud and Regulatory Team at Bindmans LLP

London Area, United Kingdom

Overview

Katie Wheatley is the Head of Financial Crime and HNW Defence at Bindmans LLP, with over 20 years of experience. She specializes in representing high-net-worth individuals in complex cases brought by the SFO and FCA. A graduate of the University of Nottingham, she is recognized as a leading individual by the Legal 500.

Her professional work is deeply intertwined with a personal passion for the legal systems integrity. She is an active voice in discussions concerning the justice system, advocating for foundational principles and participating in events at the Old Bailey to examine solutions to current challenges confronting criminal justice.

She is described in the Legal 500 as a "superb tactician" with "excellent judgment and real gravitas. "

Personality Overview

Dynamic But Sincere

Decisive But Calm

Consummate Professional

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.  They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Financial Crime Defence
Her core specialization involves defending high-profile, high-net-worth individuals and organisations in complex criminal and financial regulatory investigations.
Justice System Reform
Actively involved in the "Justice for All Series, " which examines the challenges facing the criminal justice system and seeks solutions for a fair system.
Right to Jury Trial
Has publicly shared her concerns regarding government proposals to curtail jury trials, indicating a strong belief in this fundamental right.

Media Appearances

A dangerous step and a body blow to our criminal justice system – Katie Wheatley speaks on the government’s plans to abolish some jury trials. Featured in Bindmans LLP – News & Insights

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Bindmans partner Katie Wheatley quoted in The Times. Featured in Bindmans LLP – News & Insights

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Katie Wheatley quoted in trio of articles on independent sentencing review. Featured in Bindmans LLP – News & Insights

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Work History

9-2012
Head of Crime, Fraud and Regulatory Team at Bindmans LLP
Partner and LLP Member at Bindmans LLP
1-2008 - 4-2009
Associate at Bindmans LLP

Education

Education details unavailable from University of Nottingham

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Exp : 14 Location : London Area, United Kingdom Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Head of Crime, Fraud and Regulatory Team at Bindmans LLP
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Insights For Selling To Katie

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant
  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it
  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.

DONT's

  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Katie is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Katie

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Katie move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Katie take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Katie

Personality Compatibility


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