Regulatory Associate (HSE & Environmental)

Actis Recruitment; Lancashire, Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Regulatory Associate to work on Health & Safety and Environmental regulatory matters. This role is suitable for candidates with varying levels of experience, including those newly qualified. The firm promotes a hybrid working culture and offers competitive salaries along with extensive benefits. Candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of their background, supporting diverse applicants.

Benefits

Health cover

Generous holiday allowance

Volunteer and pro-bono days

Qualifications

• Experience in Health & Safety and Environmental regulatory matters is essential.
• Ability to handle complex cases and provide strategic advice.
• Flexibility for a hybrid working environment with some travel.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the lead partner on regulatory cases.
• Support clients in investigations and breaches.
• Provide crisis management and regulatory advisory services.

Skills

Regulatory experience

Crisis management

Client management

Education

Legal qualification

Job description

Regulatory Associate (HSE & Environmental)

Salary: £47,000 - £72,000

Location: All North West, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Liverpool, Merseyside, North Wales

Job Type: Permanent

Level: 0-2 years qualified, 2-4 years qualified, 4-6 years qualified, Legal Executive, Newly Qualified

Sector: Private practice

A Legal 100 Law Firm, with a market-leading reputation in corporate defence and regulatory work, is looking to recruit and expand the team. The nature of the role is likely to appeal to associate level at 2-4 yrs’ PQE, but applications from all levels including NQs (with regulatory experience) are welcome.

You will be working closely with the lead partner in Manchester, who is an acclaimed expert, and forming part of a wider national and international team. The focus will be Health & Safety and Environmental Regulatory matters.

The team is instructed by a diverse range of clients (operating in construction, manufacturing, transport, scientific research, energy and infrastructure sectors) largely organisations but also individuals/directors, on:

• Health & Safety breaches
• Corporate Manslaughter charges
• Environmental investigations

As well as representation in criminal proceedings and related inquests, the team enjoys an enviable reputation for its expertise in crisis management. They also provide strategic advice and training in the avoidance of breaches and risk assessment.

The firm promotes flexibility, agile and hybrid working. (Please note, however, there is a degree of travel to client sites, courts etc required for this role).

In addition to attractive salaries and generous holiday allowance, there are extensive benefits including health cover and lifestyle choices. Individuals are encouraged to participate in community and social initiatives with volunteer and pro-bono days available.

Global and progressive in its outlook, you will find a collaborative culture and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Please note that references to post qualification experience (PQE) are given as a guideline to the competences required for technical, client and case management skills, as well as budgeted salary for the role. We encourage you to apply for any job for which you feel you are a suitable candidate.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.