Regulatory Lawyer – 12 Month FTC NEW

Your new company
This is a unique opportunity to join an organisation operating at the forefront of corporate governance, audit, and financial reporting. You’ll be part of a specialist team responsible for investigating and progressing complex disciplinary matters, which has a direct impact on maintaining professional standards and safeguarding the wider public interest.

Your new role
You will join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team working on investigations, many of which are complex and involve coordination with major regulatory bodies.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Working within case teams alongside forensic accountants, lawyers and legal assistants
• Taking ownership of discrete areas within investigations and progressing matters through to resolution
• Supporting on case strategy and helping drive investigations forward
• Reviewing complex financial, audit and actuarial material in collaboration with forensic specialists
• Analysing and preparing evidence for use in enforcement proceedings
• Assisting with the instruction and management of external counsel, experts and other third parties
• Supporting preparation for tribunal hearings, including attendance where required
• Conducting legal and policy research and advising on developments impacting enforcement activity
• Drafting legal documents, managing disclosure processes and preparing case materials
• Monitoring budgets and contributing to effective case management
• Supporting and mentoring more junior team members

What you’ll need to succeed
To be considered, you will:

• Be a qualified solicitor or barrister in England & Wales with at least 2 years’ PQE
• Have experience in regulatory law and/or commercial litigation
• Demonstrate strong legal and analytical skills
• Have excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Show sound judgement and a proactive, self-driven approach
• Be highly organised with strong case and project management skills
• Be comfortable working under pressure and to deadlines
• Have a genuine interest in public interest and regulatory work
• Be a strong team player with the ability to collaborate across disciplines

What you’ll get in return

• Generous annual leave entitlement, with the option to purchase additional leave
• Generous employer pension contribution
• Hybrid working model
• Employee Assistance Programme including wellbeing support
• Cycle to work scheme
• A strong emphasis on work-life balance

What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV,

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