Crime and Regulatory Partner

William James Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Private medical insurance

Pension

Holiday entitlement

Career progression

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking an experienced Crime & Regulatory solicitor/partner to join a renowned Manchester law firm. You will lead a varied caseload across crime, regulatory and compliance matters, advising on contentious and non-contentious issues for diverse clients in public, private and not-for-profit sectors.

The role requires senior-level experience, strong advocacy, and a proactive, solutions-focused approach, with hybrid working and significant client development

Qualifications

• Experienced solicitor at Senior Associate/Partner level in crime/regulatory work.
• Proven track record handling complex regulatory/criminal matters.
• Strong client relationship management and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead on a varied caseload of complex crime, regulatory and compliance matters.
• Advise on contentious and non-contentious regulatory issues; manage investigations and inquiries.
• Mentor junior lawyers and contribute to business development and client relationships.

Skills

Regulatory experience

Criminal defence

Senior leadership

Business development

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Crime & Regulatory Partner – Manchester – Up to £110,000

A well-established UK law firm with a strong reputation for complex regulatory, criminal and advisory work is looking to appoint an experienced Crime & Regulatory Solicitor / Partner to join its growing team in Manchester.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced regulatory or criminal defence lawyer to take on a varied caseload of complex and sensitive matters, working with a diverse client base across the public, private and not-for-profit sectors.

The successful candidate will play an important role in the continued development of the practice, taking ownership of high-profile matters while supporting colleagues and contributing to client relationships and business growth.

The Role:

• Lead on a varied caseload of complex crime, regulatory and compliance matters
• Advise clients on contentious and non-contentious regulatory issues
• Handle sensitive matters including investigations, inquests, statutory inquiries and regulatory proceedings
• Manage matters from initial instruction through to resolution, providing clear and commercially focused advice
• Develop effective case strategies and provide practical solutions to clients
• Represent clients and liaise with regulators, investigators, counsel and other relevant stakeholders
• Supervise, mentor and support junior members of the team
• Assist with the wider management and development of the practice
• Contribute to client relationship management and identify opportunities for further work
• Support business development initiatives, networking and profile-raising activity
• Maintain high standards of client service, quality and commercial awareness

About You:

• An experienced Senior Associate, Legal Director, Partner or equivalent
• Strong experience in crime, regulatory, compliance or criminal defence work
• A proven track record of managing complex and sensitive matters
• Excellent technical and analytical skills
• Strong advocacy, drafting and communication abilities
• Confident managing client relationships and dealing with senior stakeholders
• Experience supervising and developing junior lawyers
• Commercially aware with a proactive and solutions-focused approach
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Able to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure
• Ambitious and keen to play a key role in the continued growth of a specialist practice

The Benefits:

• Salary up to £110,000, depending on experience
• Generous annual leave entitlement with holiday purchase options
• Competitive employer pension contributions
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Private medical insurance and dental cover
• Life assurance
• Enhanced family leave
• Professional development and career progression opportunities