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Senior Regulatory Lawyer
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This is an opportunity to join a respected national organisation operating at the heart of complex regulatory and enforcement work. The organisation plays a significant role in protecting the public interest through the investigation and resolution of high-profile professional and regulatory matters.
You will join a highly regarded legal team working on challenging and often high-profile cases within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. This role is offered on a 12-month FTC.
Your new role
As a Regulatory Lawyer, you will work on complex investigations and enforcement matters, taking responsibility for your own caseload while supporting wider strategic investigations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting regulatory investigations and contentious matters.
- Providing clear and practical legal advice on complex issues.
- Reviewing and assessing substantial volumes of evidence and documentation.
- Working alongside legal colleagues, forensic specialists, and external advisers.
- Assisting with the preparation and conduct of tribunal and hearing proceedings.
- Supporting case strategy, risk management, and project delivery.
- Supervising junior team members and contributing to knowledge sharing.
- Managing competing priorities within a fast-paced environment.
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What you'll need to succeed
- Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with significant litigation, disputes, or regulatory experience. Typically 5 years+
- Experience managing complex and sensitive matters.
- Excellent communication, drafting, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team.
- Strong organisational and project management skills.
- A genuine interest in investigations, enforcement, and public interest work.
What you'll get in return
- 12-month fixed-term contract with high-profile case exposure
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Opportunity to buy additional leave
- Exceptional employer pension contribution
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Employee assistance programme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Collaborative and highly regarded legal team
- Opportunity to work on some of the most complex investigations in the UK
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