Regulatory Lawyer

G2 Legal Limited; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm seeks a talented Regulatory Disputes & Investigations Lawyer in Edinburgh or Glasgow to join their dynamic team. This role offers exposure to high-profile matters, a supportive culture, and opportunities for career advancement within the firm.

Benefits

Flexible working

Supportive team culture

Top-tier work

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-7 years PQE in regulatory disputes or investigations.
• Experience in regulatory investigations or enforcement actions.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal investigations into regulatory misconduct.
• Advise on compliance and enforcement risks.
• Collaborate with colleagues across teams.

Skills

Regulatory investigations

Financial crime

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client service

Education

UK-qualified Solicitor

Job description

Regulatory Disputes & Investigations Lawyer

A leading UK law firm is looking to grow its Regulatory & Investigations team with the hire of a talented Lawyer (ideally 3-7 PQE) in Edinburgh or Glasgow. This is a standout opportunity for a Lawyer seeking exposure to high-profile, sensitive matters with real career progression on offer.

The Opportunity:
You will join a dynamic team advising financial institutions and corporates on a wide range of regulatory and white-collar issues – from internal investigations to regulatory enforcement. The team works across multiple sectors, including finance, energy and media, often handling cross-border matters in collaboration with international offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading and supporting internal investigations into regulatory or financial misconduct
• Advising on compliance and enforcement risks, including market conduct, AML, bribery and governance
• Acting for clients in relation to UK regulatory and enforcement bodies (FCA, PRA, SFO, FRC)
• Collaborating closely with colleagues across disputes, financial services and risk teams
• Supporting client engagement and contributing to thought leadership and business development

Your Profile:

• UK-qualified Solicitor with 3-7 years’ PQE in regulatory disputes, financial crime, or investigations
• Experience in regulatory investigations or enforcement actions
• Strong technical, communication and analytical skills
• Confident managing workload independently and within a close-knit team
• A commercial and pragmatic approach to client service

Why Apply?
This is a rare chance to join a highly regarded firm offering flexible working, top-tier work and a supportive team culture. The role offers a strong platform for career development and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on complex, high-value matters.