Regulatory Counsel

Graff Search; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Graff Search is seeking a Regulatory Counsel for its client in Greater London. The role focuses on regulatory matters within the retail and food/beverage sectors, balancing legal risks with commercial priorities.

The ideal candidate will have a background in regulatory law, commercial litigation, disputes, or competition law, with strong communication skills to educate and advise business stakeholders. This is a full-time in-house position in London, England.

Qualifications

• Regulatory lawyer background in regulatory law, commercial litigation, disputes, or competition law.
• Strong technical legal skills and a commercial mindset.
• Ability to advise business stakeholders clearly and non-technically.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, clear, actionable legal advice on regulatory matters in retail and food/beverage sectors.
• Act as primary liaison with industry regulators and build constructive relationships.
• Design and implement regulatory compliance frameworks across business units.
• Translate complex legal requirements into practical business strategies and deliver training to non-legal teams.

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Regulatory Counsel

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Graff Search

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Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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Regulatory lawyer with a background in regulatory law, commercial litigation, disputes, or competition law. Must possess strong technical legal skills, a commercial mindset, and excellent interpersonal skills to advise business stakeholders in a clear, non-legal manner.

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Full Opportunity Brief

Complete Guide: Regulatory Counsel at Graff Search (London, UK)

Graff Search, a premier in-house legal recruitment firm, is actively seeking a dynamic and commercially-minded Regulatory Counsel on behalf of one of the most recognized retail brands in the United Kingdom. This full-time, associate-level position is based in Greater London and offers a rare opportunity for a regulatory, disputes, or competition lawyer to transition in-house with an industry market leader.

About the Role & Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will join an established in-house legal team, playing a pivotal role in balancing legal risks with commercial benefits. Key responsibilities include:

• Strategic Legal Advisory: Providing timely, clear, and actionable legal advice on a wide range of regulatory matters specific to the retail and food/beverage sectors.
• Regulator Liaison: Acting as the primary point of contact for relevant industry regulators, fostering open dialogue, and building strong, collaborative relationships.
• Compliance Delivery: Designing and implementing robust regulatory compliance frameworks across various business units to maintain the brand's trusted status.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Translating complex legal requirements into practical business strategies and delivering training to non-legal teams.

Ideal Candidate Profile

This role is highly suited for legal professionals looking to apply their technical expertise within a fast-paced commercial environment. The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Background: Experience as a regulatory lawyer, or a strong background in commercial litigation, disputes, or competition law.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a simple, non-legal manner to business stakeholders.
• Commercial Acumen: A proactive approach to understanding the retail regulatory landscape and aligning legal compliance with business growth.
• Position: Regulatory Counsel
• Location: Greater London, England, United Kingdom
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Seniority Level: Associate
• Industry Sectors: Retail, Food & Beverage Manufacturing, and Food & Beverage Services