Snr Associate – Regulatory & Investigations – Edinburgh/Glasgow or London [REF#149059]

Website; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a Senior Associate (4+ PQE) for its Regulatory & Investigations team in Glasgow or Edinburgh. This role involves handling complex investigations, advising financial institutions on regulatory matters, and contributing to business development. Candidates should have strong regulatory expertise and excellent analytical skills. The firm offers a supportive culture and genuine career progression.

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE in regulatory disputes and investigations.
• Solid understanding of financial services regulation, AML/CTF.
• Exceptional drafting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Act on complex internal and external investigations.
• Advise on regulatory enforcement and compliance.
• Collaborate globally on investigations.

Skills

Regulatory expertise

Financial crime compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client-focused approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor (UK)

Job description

Senior Associate, Regulatory & Investigations – Global Law Firm – Edinburgh/Glasgow or London

Are you an ambitious regulatory and investigations lawyer looking for your next step in a leading global practice?

We are working with a prestigious international law firm that is seeking a Senior Associate (ideally 4+ PQE) to join its growing Regulatory & Investigations team in Scotland (Edinburgh or Glasgow) or London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on some of the most high-profile regulatory, financial crime, and investigations matters in the market.

Key Selling Points of the Role:

• Join a tier-1 disputes and investigations team with a strong reputation in contentious regulatory work.
• Exposure to cutting-edge, cross-border investigations and enforcement actions.
• Opportunity to work with leading financial institutions and major corporates on high-profile matters.
• Genuine career progression and the chance to contribute to the ongoing growth of the practice.
• A global platform offering collaboration with colleagues in major financial centres worldwide.
• Supportive culture that values initiative, client service, and professional development.

The Role:

• Act on complex internal and external investigations across multiple sectors including financial services, energy, pharma, and media.
• Advise financial institutions and corporates on regulatory enforcement, financial crime compliance, market conduct, governance, AML, bribery, and corruption issues.
• Handle investigations involving major regulators and enforcement bodies (FCA, PRA, FRC, SFO).
• Collaborate with colleagues across the UK and globally, leveraging a strong international platform.
• Play an active role in business development and thought leadership, raising both your own profile and that of the practice.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Solicitor (UK Qualified) – 4 + years PQE
• Demonstrated expertise in regulatory disputes, enforcement, and investigations.
• Solid understanding of financial services regulation, AML/CTF, Bribery Act, and Proceeds of Crime Act.
• Exceptional drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• A proactive, commercial, and client-focused approach with the ability to work with autonomy.

Job Reference Number: REF#149059