Solicitor jobs in United Kingdom

Regulatory Lawyer

An excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Regulatory Lawyer to join the organisations in-house Legal Service, working on a range of rewarding and high-profile cases across Civil, Criminal and Employment Law.

If you've also worked in the following roles, we also like to hear from you: Legal Counsel, Litigation Solicitor, Employment Solicitor, In-House Lawyer, Legal Advisor.

£46,412 to £51,357 per annum + Benefits

Hybrid role: working part from the office in Wokingham and part from home

Full-Time, Permanent

37 hours per week

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Regulatory Lawyer with knowledge and experience of civil and / or criminal litigation. This varied and rewarding position offers the chance to support an experienced Employment Lawyer while developing expertise across a broad range of legal areas.

As a Regulatory Lawyer you will manage a caseload involving litigation, regulatory and employment matters, providing clear, high-quality legal advice to internal stakeholders. The role offers a mix of autonomy and collaboration, with opportunities to advise on governance and local government law.

The Regulatory Lawyer will thrive in a flexible hybrid working environment, combining remote work with office-based collaboration and court attendance as required.

• Providing Legal Advice: Deliver clear and consistent legal guidance across civil, criminal and employment law matters
• Managing Casework: Handle a varied caseload, ensuring effective and timely progress of cases
• Supporting Employment Law: Assist the Senior Employment Lawyer on employment-related issues and disputes
• Advising on Governance: Develop a working knowledge of local government law to support corporate governance and compliance
• Court Representation: Attend court hearings and represent the organisation as required
• Collaborative Working: Work closely with legal colleagues to maintain a consistent and high-quality legal service
• Legal Compliance: Ensure decisions and procedures comply with relevant legislation and best practice
• Performance Improvement: Support the Principal Lawyer and Team Leader to deliver high standards and efficient service delivery
• Case Management Systems: Maintain accurate records and use legal software to manage workload effectively

• Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives
• Adaptable and highly organised to manage case load and projects
• Knowledge of civil and / or criminal litigation with an ability to develop in the other areas as well as Employment Law
• Ability to work professionally and confidently in an organised manner with minimal supervision
• A competent IT user, team player and confident managing a wide case load
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a range of people both internally and externally

• A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
• An excellent local government pension scheme
• Use of a free onsite gym
• Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes
• A range of local & lifestyle discounts
• An employee assistance programme including 24 / 7 wellbeing helpline
• And much more!

JOB REF: AWDO-P14058

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