Regulatory Solicitor

SaccoMann; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

International work exposure

Job summary

SaccoMann in Leeds is seeking a motivated Solicitor to join its Regulatory team, advising on a broad mix of contentious and advisory matters. You will work alongside a leading partner on cases spanning health and safety, financial crime, food law, modern slavery, and licensing.

The role offers national travel, a supportive career path, and a culture that values excellence and inclusion. Salary is competitive with a generous benefits package and opportunities for international work.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years PQE in Regulatory Law, ideally from a city or regional firm.
• Experience in contentious regulatory matters and client advisory services.
• Proven business development skills with emerging success in attracting or developing clients.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, creative problem-solver with a practical approach.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on issues including health and safety, financial crime, food law, modern slavery, licensing and more.
• Handle regulatory investigations and enforcement actions, providing strategic guidance.

Skills

Regulatory law

Contentious regulatory matters

Business development

Analytical and communication skills

Job description

Are you a motivated Solicitor with a passion for Regulatory law seeking your next exciting opportunity? The organisation is inviting applications from talented candidates eager to develop their career within a dynamic team at a leading firm in Leeds. Join a forward-thinking legal environment where your expertise is valued, and your growth is supported, all within a culture that champions excellence, inclusion, and innovation.

About the firm

The organisation is a well-respected, top 50 UK law firm renowned for its client-focused approach and commitment to achieving more for those it serves. With a diverse client base across multiple sectors, the firm prides itself on fostering a collaborative, inclusive workplace that values personal development and well-being. Recognised for its outstanding workplace culture, the firm holds Platinum Investors in People status and has been listed as a top employer for over two decades.

About the role

This role offers an exciting chance to join the Regulatory team, supporting a leading Partner and working on a wide range of contentious regulatory matters. You will be advising a variety of clients on issues including health and safety, financial crime, food law, modern slavery, product liability, licensing, and more. The position involves handling regulatory investigations, enforcement actions, and providing strategic advice, with some national travel involved to meet client needs.

The ideal candidate

• 2-5 years PQE in Regulatory Law, ideally from a city or regional firm
• Experience in contentious regulatory matters and client advisory services
• Proven business development skills, with emerging success in attracting or developing clients
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, creative problem-solver with a practical approach

What’s In It For You

• Join a nationally recognised, prestigious firm with a collaborative culture
• Opportunity to work on high-profile regulatory cases across various sectors
• Supportive environment with clear progression pathways and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Generous benefits package and competitive salary
• Exposure to a broad range of legal issues with potential for international work