Regulatory Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Mansfield; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave

Private medical insurance

Employer pension scheme

Life assurance

Training and development

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking a Regulatory Solicitor to join a well-established firm in Nottingham. You will handle complex regulatory matters and gain exposure to high-profile cases, working as part of a supportive team.

The role requires strong drafting, analytical skills and the ability to manage documentation effectively. Benefits include a competitive salary up to £65,000, 25 days of annual leave, hybrid working, and private medical insurance.

Qualifications

• A Qualified Solicitor with experience in regulatory, public inquiry, inquest, compliance or related litigation work.
• Experience dealing with complex documentation and evidence.
• Strong drafting skills, including experience preparing or assisting with witness statements.
• Excellent analytical and organisational skills with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with complex public inquiry and regulatory matters on behalf of clients.
• Support clients with their obligations during formal investigations and inquiries.
• Conduct legal research and provide clear and practical advice to clients.
• Manage competing priorities while ensuring work is completed accurately within deadlines.

Skills

Regulatory experience

Drafting skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

Regulatory Solicitor – Nottingham – Up to £65,000

A well-established UK law firm is looking to recruit a Regulatory Solicitor to join its growing specialist team in Nottingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with experience in regulatory, public inquiry, inquest or related litigation work to join a supportive and expanding team.

The successful candidate will work on complex and sensitive matters for a range of public and private sector clients, with opportunities to take responsibility for their own work while receiving appropriate support and development.

The role offers exposure to high-profile matters, client-facing work and the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of the wider regulatory practice.

The Role:

• Assist with complex public inquiry and regulatory matters on behalf of clients


• Support clients with their obligations and responsibilities during formal investigations and inquiries


• Assist with the preparation and coordination of responses to formal information and evidence requests


• Support on complex and sensitive inquest matters


• Take instructions from senior individuals and assist with the preparation of detailed witness statements


• Review and analyse large volumes of documentation and identify key information efficiently


• Advise on document disclosure and information management requirements


• Conduct legal research and provide clear and practical advice to clients


• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider regulatory and compliance practice


• Manage competing priorities while ensuring work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines


• Contribute to client relationships, business development and the continued growth of the team

About You:

• A Qualified Solicitor with experience in regulatory, public inquiry, inquest, compliance or related litigation work


• Experience dealing with complex documentation and evidence


• Strong drafting skills, including experience preparing or assisting with witness statements


• Confident taking instructions from senior individuals and communicating with clients


• Excellent analytical and organisational skills with strong attention to detail


• Able to assimilate and understand complex information quickly


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Comfortable working independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider team


• Confident using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems


• Willing to contribute to business development and client-facing activities

The Benefits:

• Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience


• 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays


• Hybrid and flexible working


• Private medical insurance


• Employer pension scheme


• Life assurance


• Enhanced sick and family leave


• Dental and travel insurance options


• Cycle to work and gym membership schemes


• Travel loan options


• Training, development and career progression