FS Regulation Solicitor

Michael Page Legal; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading international law firm is looking for a talented Financial Services Regulation Solicitor to join their UK-wide Regulatory & Investigations team. The role involves handling major UK and cross-border regulatory investigations and advising financial institutions on compliance and enforcement. The firm offers a competitive salary between £70,000-£85,000, strong bonuses, and flexible hybrid working, alongside perks like enhanced parental leave and private healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Strong bonus potential

Enhanced parental leave

Private healthcare

Generous annual leave

Tailored development programme

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE in financial services regulatory work.
• Experienced in investigations involving FCA, PRA, FRC, or SFO.
• Skilled in AML and bribery compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support a wide range of financial services investigations.
• Advise on regulatory obligations and compliance risks.
• Supervise junior lawyers in contentious regulatory practice.

Skills

Financial services regulatory work

Investigations and regulatory enforcement actions

Advising on financial crime

Legal drafting and analysis

Job description

Overview

A market-leading international firm is seeking a talented Financial Services Regulation Solicitor to join its UK-wide Regulatory & Investigations team. You\'ll handle major UK and cross-border regulatory investigations, enforcement actions, and advisory work. This role offers a unique chance to work with financial institutions, regulators, and cross-functional teams on cutting-edge regulatory matters.

Client Details

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• 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

Job 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.