Regulatory Associate (HSE & Environmental)

Actis Recruitment; Liverpool, Liverpool City Region, Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regulatory Associate to join their dynamic team in the North West. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside an acclaimed partner in a leading law firm, focusing on Health & Safety and Environmental Regulatory matters. You will engage with diverse clients, providing expert advice and representation in complex legal situations. With a commitment to flexibility and a collaborative culture, this position not only promises professional growth but also encourages participation in community initiatives. Join a forward-thinking firm that values diversity and inclusion while making a significant impact in the legal field.

Benefits

Health cover

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working hours

Volunteer and pro-bono days

Qualifications

• Experience in regulatory law and health & safety matters is essential.
• Ability to manage client relationships and provide strategic advice.

Responsibilities

• Handle Health & Safety breaches and corporate manslaughter charges.
• Provide strategic advice and training to clients on risk assessment.

Skills

Regulatory experience

Crisis management

Client management skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Environmental law expertise

Education

Law degree

PQE (0-6 years)

Job description

Regulatory Associate (HSE & Environmental)

Salary:
£47,000 - £72,000

Ref:
57953

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

Areas of Law:
Criminal Defence, Environmental, Regulatory/Health and Safety

Job Type:
Permanent

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

Sector:
Private practice

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.

Actis Legal specialises in the North West legal market and with such a detailed knowledge of the region, we are able to provide tailored and bespoke advice to individuals we act for and identify suitable career moves. All enquiries treated in the strictest of confidence.

** 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.