In-house Lawyer

Michael Page (UK); Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking regulatory organization in Birmingham seeks an In-house Lawyer to advise on regulatory matters and ensure compliance. The successful candidate will be a qualified legal professional with experience in private practice or in-house, capable of managing complex issues effectively. The role offers a salary of £43,472 and benefits, including a pension scheme and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

Income protection

Life assurance

Increasing annual leave entitlement

Qualifications

• Experience working in private practice or in-house.
• Track record of managing and delivering solutions.
• High level emotional intelligence for relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Advise on authorisation processes and regulatory risk.
• Review applications for regulatory and legal conformity.
• Monitor changes in law and ensure compliance.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Excellent understanding of regulatory and operational risk

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Lawyer

Job description

About Our Client

• A respected, forward‑thinking regulatory organisation, dedicated to upholding high professional and ethical standards.
• Inclusive, values‑driven culture: proactive, accountable, customer‑focused and committed to diversity & inclusion.
• Strong emphasis on staff wellbeing, flexible & hybrid working, and ongoing professional development.

Job Description

The In-house Lawyer will be:

• Advising on authorisation processes, regulatory risk, compliance standards and technical regulatory matters.
• Reviewing applications, policies and guidance to ensure regulatory and legal conformity.
• Working with internal stakeholders to assess risk and propose mitigation strategies.
• Monitoring changes in law and regulation and ensuring they are reflected in organisational practices.
• Supporting enforcement or corrective action work when authorisation standards are breached.

The Successful Applicant

The successful In-house Lawyer will be:

• A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Lawyer with experience of working in private practice, or in house
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Excellent understanding of regulatory and operational risk
• A track record of managing, delivering solutions, and taking responsibility for the successful resolution of complex issues
• Resilience with the ability to adapt and work in a constantly changing innovative environment
• A proactive problem solver and judgement maker
• The ability to use high level emotional intelligence to build relationships, coach and mentor others to bring out the best in them.

What's on Offer

Salary of £43,472 plus benefits including excellent pension scheme, income protection, life assurance, increasing annual leave entitlement, hybrid working from Birmingham office.