Qualified Advocate - Regulatory - Cardiff

Chadwick Nott; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid working

High quality training and development

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking a Qualified Advocate to join its Regulatory team in Cardiff. This role involves a broad range of advocacy and advisory work, appearing before regulatory tribunals and courts across England and Wales. Candidates should have at least one year of experience and a qualification as a solicitor, barrister, or CILEX advocate. The firm offers a competitive salary of £60,000 to £80,000, hybrid working, and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year's experience conducting contested and uncontested hearings.
• Strong confidence in appearing before tribunals and courts.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a broad range of advocacy and advisory work.
• Present cases at interim order hearings and trials.
• Advise on the progression of regulatory investigations.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Technical expertise

Analytical ability

Client care skills

Education

Qualification as a solicitor, barrister or CILEX advocate

Job description

Qualified Advocate - Regulatory - Cardiff

Location: Cardiff (Hybrid - typically 2 days per week in office)

Type of Role: Permanent or Fixed Term, Full-time

Salary: £60,000 to £80,000 (DOE)

A highly regarded national Regulatory team is seeking an experienced Advocate to join its Cardiff office. Recognised by Chambers and Legal 500, the team advises a wide range of professional regulators and individuals across sectors including law, healthcare, social care, accountancy and education. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading regulatory practices, working on high profile, meaningful cases that protect the public and shape regulatory standards.

The Role

You will undertake a broad range of advocacy and advisory work, appearing before regulatory tribunals and courts across England and Wales, including the High Court.

• Presenting cases at interim order hearings, reviews and fully contested trials
• Preparing hearing documentation including skeleton arguments and opening notes
• Advising on the progression and management of regulatory investigations
• Drafting and approving allegations for regulatory tribunals
• Providing wider regulatory advice and contributing to policy development
• Potential to develop a practice as a legal adviser to regulatory panels

Candidate Requirements

• Qualification as a solicitor, barrister or CILEX advocate
• Minimum 1 year's experience conducting contested and uncontested hearings in a regulatory or fitness to practise context
• Strong technical expertise and analytical ability
• Excellent advocacy skills and confidence appearing before tribunals and courts
• A collaborative, team focused approach
• Strong client care skills and the ability to manage your own caseload
• Commitment to continuous professional development and regulatory work

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working (typically 2 days per week in office)
• Opportunities for permanent or fixed term engagement
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• High quality training and development
• Exposure to high profile regulatory work across multiple sectors

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or to explore this opportunity further, please contact:

Olivia Reed - Senior Consultant

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.