Crime & Regulatory Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Death in Service and Critical Illness

Retail discounts

Progression opportunities

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking a Crime & Regulatory Solicitor for roles in Leeds or Birmingham with hybrid working. You will handle Health & Safety investigations and regulatory matters, working alongside senior lawyers on high-profile cases.

The role offers excellent client exposure, opportunities for mentorship, and progression within a growing team. Competitive salary up to £50,000, with benefits and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience in Health & Safety, Regulatory, Inquests, Traffic Commissioner and/or Serious Motor work.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, plus strong stakeholder relations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload including Health & Safety investigations and regulatory matters.
• Work with senior lawyers on complex, high-profile cases.
• Analyse prosecution evidence and implications for clients.
• Draft witness statements, submissions and mitigation materials.
• Review medical records, post-mortem reports, transcripts and CCTV evidence.
• Liaise with courts, regulators, police and external experts.
• Attend interviews under caution, inquests and trials with Counsel.
• Conduct legal research and attend client meetings and site visits.

Skills

Health & Safety

Regulatory

Inquests

Traffic Commissioner

Serious Motor

Job description

Crime & Regulatory Solicitor – Leeds / Birmingham – Hybrid – Up to £50,000

A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking a Crime & Regulatory Solicitor to join its growing specialist Crime & Regulatory team, with positions available in either Leeds or Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor to work alongside highly experienced senior lawyers on complex Health & Safety, regulatory, inquest and serious motor matters, often becoming involved from the earliest stages of an incident through to resolution.

As a Crime & Regulatory Solicitor, you’ll gain hands‑on experience across a varied and technically challenging caseload, working closely with senior colleagues while developing your expertise in a specialist and growing area of law. The role offers excellent client exposure, with opportunities to build trusted relationships through direct interaction, client meetings, training and mentoring.

The Role

• Managing a varied caseload of Health & Safety investigations, regulatory matters, motor crime and inquest proceedings
• Working closely with senior lawyers on complex, sensitive and high‑profile cases
• Analysing prosecution evidence and assessing its implications for clients
• Drafting witness statements, defence case statements, submissions and mitigation materials
• Reviewing and summarising medical records, post‑mortem reports, transcripts, CCTV and other evidence
• Liaising with courts, coroners, regulators including HSE and CQC, the Police and external experts
• Attending interviews under caution, inquests and trials alongside Counsel
• Conducting legal and regulatory research, including reviewing relevant HSE guidance
• Attending client meetings, site visits and expert appointments
• Advising and supporting clients throughout often complex, challenging and high‑pressure matters
• Contributing to case strategy and the continued development of the Crime & Regulatory team

The Candidate

• Experience in Health & Safety, Regulatory, Inquests, Traffic Commissioner and/or Serious Motor work
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
• Highly detail‑focused with confidence using case management systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confident building relationships with clients, regulators, experts and other key stakeholders
• Calm, resilient and professional when working under pressure
• Strong research, drafting and IT skills
• Proactive, adaptable and collaborative approach to team working
• Sensitive and empathetic approach when supporting clients through difficult circumstances
• Committed to delivering high‑quality legal work and an excellent level of client care

• Competitive salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell up to 3 days; increasing to 26 days after 5 years’ service and 27 days after 10 years
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Death in Service and Critical Illness cover
• Access to retail discounts and nationwide entertainment offers
• Supportive team culture with clear opportunities for progression
• Strong training and ongoing development opportunities

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.