Public Inquiries & Investigations Associate (1-3 PQE)

Yolk Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Yolk Recruitment has partnered with a leading international law firm to recruit an Inquiries & Investigations Associate in Birmingham for 1-3 PQE. You will work alongside experienced lawyers on sensitive investigations and public inquiries, spanning evidence, disclosure, witness work and contentious issues.

The role blends detailed casework with client-facing work, handling inquiries for public sector clients, contributing to hearings, and supporting independent reviews.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' PQE as a solicitor in England & Wales.
• Experience in public inquiries, investigations or closely related areas.
• Background in private practice, government, regulatory or public sector work.
• Strong legal analysis and ability to absorb complex information quickly.
• Excellent attention to detail and professional judgement.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet demanding deadlines.
• Confident working independently while contributing to a wider team.
• Commercially aware approach to client work.

Responsibilities

• Support a varied caseload involving public sector inquiries and investigations.
• Assist with preparation and delivery of statutory and non-statutory inquiries.
• Support clients involved in major public inquiries.
• Assist with internal investigations and independent reviews.
• Assess evidence and help develop factual and legal issues.
• Support the team during inquiry hearings.
• Review large and complex document sets and assist with disclosure.
• Use specialist platforms to review, organize and analyze evidence.
• Assist with witness preparation, interviews and statements.
• Work closely with clients, Counsel and other advisers.
• Help clients navigate inquiry procedures and evidential requirements.
• Provide guidance on privilege, data protection, FOI, and reputation matters.
• Travel and client-location assignments may be required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Client-facing

Education

Solicitor qualification in England & Wales

Experience in inquiries/investigations

Tools

Disclosure platforms

Document review platforms

Job description

Yolk Recruitment has partnered with a leading international law firm to recruit an Inquiries & Investigations Associate in Birmingham for 1-3 PQE. You will work alongside experienced lawyers on sensitive investigations and public inquiries, spanning evidence, disclosure, witness work and contentious issues.

The role blends detailed casework with client-facing work, handling inquiries for public sector clients, contributing to hearings, and supporting independent reviews.