Case Progression Officer

ACCA; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting body in the UK is seeking a Case Progression Officer to manage legal cases within their Regulation & Conduct Department. This full-time position involves ensuring cases are trial ready, conducting complex case analysis, and drafting legal documents. The ideal candidate will be a UK-qualified Solicitor or CILEX Fellow with experience in handling high volume disciplinary cases in a regulatory environment. The role offers flexibility with remote work options. Competitive benefits are included.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Income protection

Defined contribution pension scheme

Flexible benefits platform

Qualifications

• UK-qualified Solicitor, CILEX Fellow or equivalent legal qualification required.
• Experience in managing legal cases for formal proceedings.
• Ability to progress and manage high volume of disciplinary cases.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cases are trial ready for hearings.
• Draft clear and detailed reports and legal documents.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, handling sensitive situations.

Skills

Knowledge of the legal framework in a regulatory environment

Understanding of regulatory and operational risk

High level of understanding of rules of evidence

Ability to handle complex case analysis

Proven experience of handling large and complex cases

Education

UK-qualified Solicitor or CILEX Fellow

Equivalent foreign legal qualification

Job description

Overview

ACCA is committed to a workplace culture which is inclusive, diverse, human and connected. Closing date for applications is: 21 January 2026.

We welcome applications from candidates who meet some but not all of the criteria listed below. We are currently looking for a Case Progression Officer on a full-time, permanent basis. This position sits within the Regulation & Conduct Department (Adjudication Team). The role holder will work from home but may be required to travel to London when needed. The Case Progression Officer will be a UK-qualified Solicitor, Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX) Fellow or holder of an equivalent foreign legal qualification, with experience in managing and preparing legal cases for formal proceedings, such as those before committees, courts and/or tribunals.

The Job

Reporting to the Case Progression Lead, on a day-to-day basis, you'll be involved in the following:

• Ensure that cases are "trial ready" for hearings.
• Progress and manage a high volume of disciplinary cases of varying complexity, including sensitive and high-profile matters, applying professional judgement and specialist expertise.
• Review and assess evidence in cases to reach well-reasoned decisions, ensuring compliance with ACCA's Rulebook, departmental procedures, and principles of fairness, due process and proportionality.
• Draft clear and detailed reports, findings, decisions, and legal documents, including allegations, instructions to counsel, agreed statements of fact, chronologies, case management forms, and witness statements.
• Manage interlocutory matters such as case management meetings, interim orders, and health hearings.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including members, complainants, witnesses, law enforcement and the public, handling sensitive or challenging situations with professionalism and confidence.
• Undertake additional duties and projects as required to support the objectives of the Adjudication team function.

The Person

We're looking for someone who:

• A UK-qualified Solicitor, CILEX Fellow or holder of an equivalent foreign legal qualification.
• Knowledge of the legal framework in a regulatory environment and an understanding of regulatory and operational risk.
• A high level of understanding of the rules and principles of evidence, the right to a fair hearing and due process requirements.
• Thorough understanding of protocols around instructing counsel and attending judicial proceedings.
• Substantial experience of conducting complex case analysis and drafting in a contentious or regulatory environment, while handling a caseload.
• Experience of applying rules of evidence in a regulatory or "due process" environment.
• Track record of coordinating and delivering solutions, and taking accountability for the successful resolution of complex issues.
• Proven experience of handling and driving forward large and complex cases.

Our Benefits

We strive to create an environment where you can prioritise your wellbeing and have designed our benefits to give you flexibility and power to do so. Core benefits include private healthcare, life assurance and income protection, as well as a defined contribution pension scheme. We provide an employee assistance programme and are proud to offer a financial wellbeing tool called Nudge. Our flexible benefits platform lets you customise your plan to include benefits such as extra holidays, PMI family cover, cycle to work, travel and gym loans, and more. You also get exclusive access to our discount site and wellbeing centre platform.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equal opportunities across our recruitment activities and have a real commitment to ensuring the inclusion and well-being of all employees. We have a blended approach to working to support our employees in balancing the needs of their job with other aspects of their life.

How to Apply

Interested in this role? Please click Apply to submit your application.

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