Regulatory Lawyer

AWD Online; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services organisation is seeking an enthusiastic Regulatory Lawyer to join its in-house team. This hybrid role involves managing a caseload related to litigation, regulatory, and employment law, providing clear legal advice, and collaborating with colleagues. Candidates should be qualified solicitors or barristers with strong communication skills and the ability to manage diverse casework. The role comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

31 days annual leave (increasing to 36 after 5 years)

Local government pension scheme

Free onsite gym

Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes

Local lifestyle discounts

24/7 wellbeing helpline

Qualifications

• Adaptable and highly organised to manage case load and projects.
• Ability to work professionally and confidently in an organised manner with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clear legal guidance across law matters.
• Handle a varied caseload and ensure timely progress.
• Assist with employment-related issues and disputes.
• Develop knowledge of local government law for compliance.
• Attend court hearings as required.

Skills

Civil litigation

Criminal litigation

Employment Law

Strong communication skills

IT competency

Education

Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives

Job description

Regulatory Lawyer

An excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Regulatory Lawyer to join the organisations in-house Legal Service, working on a range of rewarding and high-profile cases across Civil, Criminal and Employment Law.

If you've also worked in the following roles, we also like to hear from you: Legal Counsel, Litigation Solicitor, Employment Solicitor, In-House Lawyer, Legal Advisor.

SALARY

£46,412 to £51,357 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION

Hybrid role: working part from the office in Wokingham and part from home

JOB TYPE

Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS

37 hours per week

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Regulatory Lawyer with knowledge and experience of civil and / or criminal litigation. This varied and rewarding position offers the chance to support an experienced Employment Lawyer while developing expertise across a broad range of legal areas.

As a Regulatory Lawyer you will manage a caseload involving litigation, regulatory and employment matters, providing clear, high-quality legal advice to internal stakeholders. The role offers a mix of autonomy and collaboration, with opportunities to advise on governance and local government law.

The Regulatory Lawyer will thrive in a flexible hybrid working environment, combining remote work with office-based collaboration and court attendance as required.

DUTIES

• Providing Legal Advice: Deliver clear and consistent legal guidance across civil, criminal and employment law matters
• Managing Casework: Handle a varied caseload, ensuring effective and timely progress of cases
• Supporting Employment Law: Assist the Senior Employment Lawyer on employment-related issues and disputes
• Advising on Governance: Develop a working knowledge of local government law to support corporate governance and compliance
• Court Representation: Attend court hearings and represent the organisation as required
• Collaborative Working: Work closely with legal colleagues to maintain a consistent and high-quality legal service
• Legal Compliance: Ensure decisions and procedures comply with relevant legislation and best practice
• Performance Improvement: Support the Principal Lawyer and Team Leader to deliver high standards and efficient service delivery
• Case Management Systems: Maintain accurate records and use legal software to manage workload effectively

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives
• Adaptable and highly organised to manage case load and projects
• Knowledge of civil and / or criminal litigation with an ability to develop in the other areas as well as Employment Law
• Ability to work professionally and confidently in an organised manner with minimal supervision
• A competent IT user, team player and confident managing a wide case load
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a range of people both internally and externally

BENEFITS

• A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
• An excellent local government pension scheme
• Use of a free onsite gym
• Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes
• A range of local & lifestyle discounts
• An employee assistance programme including 24 / 7 wellbeing helpline
• And much more!

JOB REF: AWDO-P14058

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