Cf: Не sits not sure that sits high (Am.). The highest branch is not the safest roost (Am., Br.). Highest in court, nearest the wid die (Br.). High places have their precipies (Am., Br.). Near the death he stands that stands near the crown (Br.). Near the king, near the gallows (Br.)
Русско-английский словарь пословиц и поговорок. Академик.ру. 2013.