Regulatory Defence Solicitor

Join this rapidly expanding Regulatory Team

Location: Manchester | Full-Time | 2-5 Year PQE Qualified Solicitor

Are you ready to advance your career in a fast-paced and diverse legal environment? This Regulatory Department is growing rapidly and offers a unique opportunity to work on a wide range of complex and high-profile cases.

A Top 40 law firm with offices across the UK, known for delivering expert legal advice and achieving record rankings in Chambers UK. Recognised as a leading legal employer, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture where talent thrives. This Regulatory Department advises organisations and individuals facing Health & Safety, criminal, environmental, CQC, and other regulatory prosecutions. We also support individuals facing potential criminal or professional regulatory sanctions and represent clients at inquests.

The Role:

• Assist with caseloads while managing your own cases in Health & Safety, Transport Regulatory, and other specialisms.
• Collaborate with clients across various sectors, offering advice and representation in investigations, prosecutions, and compliance matters.
• Have opportunities to work beyond your core caseload, reflecting the department’s diverse client base and expertise.

About You Essential:

• Qualified solicitor with 2-5 years PQE.
• Strong organisational, time management, and collaborative skills.
• Willingness to develop advocacy skills.

Desirable:

• Advocacy experience.
• Experience or interest in Transport Regulatory matters.
• Health and safety or wider regulatory defence experience.
• Strong communication and IT skills.

Why join this firm? 

• A dynamic and supportive environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Recognition as one of Britain’s Top Employers 2024.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who can demonstrate they meet the role’s requirements.