Junior Associate - Safety, Health, Environment & Regulatory

Starr Underwriting; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Birmingham is seeking a motivated solicitor with 0-2 years PQE to join their expanding Safety, Health & Environment Regulatory Department. This role involves a range of responsibilities, including client communication, high-profile cases, and ongoing training. Ideal candidates should be ready to tackle complex legal issues in a supportive environment that values diversity and professional growth.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plans

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• 0-2 years PQE with relevant experience.
• Bright, ambitious, and highly motivated.
• Adaptable in a fast-paced team environment.
• Willing to travel across England and Wales.
• Confident communicator focused on professional client service.

Responsibilities

• Join a specialist SHE Regulatory Department as a solicitor.
• Communicate with clients nationwide.
• Work on high-profile cases including corporate manslaughter.
• Manage cases from investigation to court resolution.

Skills

Health & Safety

Environmental Crime

Motor Crime

Fire Safety

Effective Communication

Job description

We are looking for a solicitor (0 - 2 years PQE) to join our specialist Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) Regulatory Department in our Birmingham office.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding team within our multi-award-winning firm. The role is based in Birmingham and involves regular communication with clients nationwide. We offer a collaborative, supportive environment in a modern, flexible workplace.

We will consider candidates with experience in representing clients in investigations and prosecutions related to Health & Safety, Food Safety, Fire Safety, Motor Prosecutions, and Environmental Crime who are interested in a career in Regulatory Crime. We provide ongoing training and development.

Please note that our PQE levels are guidelines; all suitable candidates will be considered.

The Team

This is a great opportunity to work for a top 20 international law firm with one of the UK’s largest SHE departments, recognized by Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500 for Health & Safety and Environmental law.

As part of our close-knit team, you will have the chance to become a specialist in this dynamic area of law, working on a varied and sometimes high-profile caseload. You will practice criminal defense in a corporate environment.

Our lawyers provide national coverage for corporate and insurer-backed clients. You will join a team of 16 fee earners managing cases from investigation through enforcement to court resolution. Typical cases include corporate manslaughter, health and safety prosecutions, and environmental crimes. Due to the nature of our work, you will also gain experience before the Coroners Court.

Essential Skills & Experience

• 0-2 years PQE with experience in Health & Safety, Environmental Crime, Motor Crime, or Fire Safety.
• Bright, ambitious, and highly motivated.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a demanding, fast-paced team.
• Willing to travel across England and Wales; a full driving license is required.
• Enjoys tackling complex legal issues and expanding legal knowledge.
• Confident and effective communicator.
• Focused on delivering professional client service, including compliance with SLAs and reporting requirements.

At Clyde & Co, we are a global team of 490 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals, and 5,500 staff across nearly 70 offices worldwide. Our core values emphasize teamwork, excellence, diversity, and responsibility. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, supporting community engagement, pro bono work, and environmental sustainability, including our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard.

We offer tailored benefits, including healthcare, retirement plans, and wellbeing initiatives.

Clyde & Co is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.

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