Regulatory Practice Leader - Birmingham (Partner)

ENL Legal Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ENL Legal Recruitment is assisting a national law firm in Birmingham to appoint a Head of Regulatory. This strategic role requires leading the regulatory practice, developing client relationships, and driving growth across the Birmingham market.

The candidate will shape the offering, build on an existing client base, and work with the wider firm to raise the team's profile and secure future growth. A high-caliber regulatory lawyer with leadership experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong background in regulatory law with ability to advise on complex matters.
• Established client following and demonstrable market contacts are essential.
• Proven ability to generate work and develop long-term client relationships.
• Commercial acumen and strategic vision to grow a practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the regulatory practice in Birmingham, setting the strategy for future growth.
• Manage a varied regulatory caseload, advising clients on complex and commercially sensitive matters.
• Develop new business opportunities and build on an established network of client and professional contacts.
• Strengthen existing client relationships and identify opportunities to expand the firm's offering.
• Work collaboratively with other practice areas to generate cross-referrals and develop wider client relationships.
• Build the profile of the team within the Birmingham market and across the firm's national network.
• Play an active role in the development of the wider practice, including future recruitment and team growth.

Skills

Regulatory law

Client following

Leadership at partnership level

Business development

Job description

ENL Legal Recruitment is assisting a national law firm in Birmingham to appoint a Head of Regulatory. This strategic role requires leading the regulatory practice, developing client relationships, and driving growth across the Birmingham market.

The candidate will shape the offering, build on an existing client base, and work with the wider firm to raise the team's profile and secure future growth. A high-caliber regulatory lawyer with leadership experience is essential.