Regulatory Lawyer & Head of Regulation

Pertemps; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regulatory organization in Greater London is seeking a Regulatory Lawyer to head their regulation function, offering a competitive salary of £60,000–£70,000. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of PQE, with significant experience in handling complex regulatory cases and engaging with stakeholders. As a senior leader, you will be responsible for various strategic initiatives and oversight of governance processes. This role comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including generous leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Employer-funded pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in statutory health regulation or similar role.
• Ability to handle complex caseloads and hearings.
• Experience working alongside vulnerable witnesses.

Responsibilities

• Lead management of professional conduct complaints.
• Contribute to organisational strategy on regulatory matters.
• Oversee policy development and governance.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Judgement in complex cases

Education

Qualified lawyer with minimum of 5 years' PQE

Job description

Regulatory Lawyer – Head of Regulation, 5+ PQE, London/Hybrid, £60,000–£70,000 FTE

This position provides the chance to build a critical regulatory function, while contributing at a senior leadership level within the organisation. The role is supported by a competitive benefits package, including 28 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (FTE), as well as an employer-funded pension scheme.

To apply or to register your interest, please contact Kaye on 0207 183 8586 or email [e-mail] with your CV. Job Ref: 2509

THE ROLE

You will lead the end‑to‑end management of professional conduct complaints, ensuring fair, efficient, and high‑quality processes from initial receipt through hearings, appeals, and publication of outcomes.

As a member of the senior leadership team, you will contribute to organisational strategy and support the board on regulatory matters. The role involves working closely with internal teams, legal advisers, decision makers, and external regulators, driving continuous improvement and accreditation, leading relevant training, managing a senior team member, and overseeing policy development, governance, standards, and budgets. Some evening and occasional weekend meetings are required.

THE CANDIDATE

The organisation is looking for a fully qualified lawyer with a minimum of five years’ PQE, with experience in statutory health regulation or a similar role. You will have experience in handling complex caseloads and hearings, working alongside vulnerable witnesses and professionals subject to investigation, and applying sound judgement supported by strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

HOW TO APPLY

Contact Kaye Thumpston on 0207 183 8586 or email [e-mail] with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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