FS Regulation Solicitor

Michael Page (UK); Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Financial Services Regulation Solicitor in Glasgow. The role involves supporting investigations and advising clients on regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years PQE in financial regulatory work, excellent legal drafting skills, and the ability to work independently. This position offers a competitive salary, strong bonus potential, and a flexible hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Enhanced parental leave

Private healthcare

Generous annual leave

Tailored development programme

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE in financial services regulatory work.
• Experience in investigations and regulatory enforcement actions.
• Skilled in advising on regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Support internal and external investigations in the financial sector.
• Advise institutions on regulatory obligations.
• Collaborate on cross-border financial regulatory matters.

Skills

Financial crime advisory

Market conduct knowledge

AML expertise

Bribery advisory

Senior management governance

Strong legal drafting

Regulatory analysis

Advisory work

Job description

Overview

• Work on high-profile regulatory investigations
• Join a global firm with unmatched cross-border reach

About Our Client

This opportunity sits within a top-tier global law firm known for its innovation, inclusive culture, and market-leading expertise. With a vast international presence and award-winning legal teams, the firm is consistently recognised for its commitment to client service and employee development. Their regulatory and investigations practice is highly regarded, offering clients deep insight into the evolving UK regulatory landscape.

Job Description

• Supporting on a wide range of internal and external investigations, particularly in the financial services sector
• Advising financial institutions and corporates on regulatory obligations, compliance, and enforcement risks
• Collaborating with international offices on cross-border financial regulatory matters
• Contributing to business development, client relationships, and thought leadership
• Supervising junior lawyers and helping grow the contentious regulatory practice

The Successful Applicant

A successful FS Regulation Solicitor should have:

• 2+ years PQE in financial services regulatory work
• Experienced in investigations and regulatory enforcement actions involving bodies such as the FCA, PRA, FRC, or SFO
• Skilled in advising on financial crime, market conduct, AML, bribery, and senior management governance
• Comfortable working independently and engaging with high-value clients
• Strong in legal drafting, analysis, and advisory work across regulatory frameworks like MAR, MiFID II, EMIR, DORA, and MiCAR

What\'s on Offer

• You'll benefit from a competitive salary (£70,000-£85,000), strong bonus potential, and access to flexible hybrid working.
• Other perks include enhanced parental leave, private healthcare, generous annual leave, and a tailored development programme designed to fast-track your progression.
• This is more than a role - it's a platform for building a career in a truly global, dynamic practice.

If you're an experienced Financial Services Regulation Solicitor, apply now or contact James Hitti for more information.