Regulatory Solicitor

Regulatory Solicitor – Leeds

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Regulatory Solicitor (ideally 6+ years PQE) to step into a second-in-command role within a dynamic and rapidly expanding regulatory team at a leading Legal 500 UK law firm. This is a genuine opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a practice renowned for its high-quality client base, complex caseload and entrepreneurial culture.

The Role

• Acting as deputy to the head of a fast-growing regulatory team
• Managing a diverse caseload across health and safety, environmental law, consumer protection, food safety, product regulation, licensing and transport law
• Handling high-profile and often sensitive matters, including ongoing instructions involving multi-fatality investigations and proceedings brought by the HSE and CPS
• Delivering both strategic advisory and contentious work, including inquests, public inquiries, criminal defence and civil penalty matters
• Supervising and mentoring junior Lawyers within the team
• Taking the lead on key client relationships and legal workstreams
• Contributing to business development initiatives through client training, seminars and networking activity

About You

• Ideally 6+ years’ PQE with strong, demonstrable expertise in regulatory law across several relevant disciplines (health and safety, environmental, trading standards, food and product safety, transport, etc)
• Confident managing complex matters independently and acting as a trusted adviser to clients
• Experience supervising and developing junior fee earners
• Commercially astute with a proactive, client-focused mindset

Why Apply?

• Access to an impressive client portfolio, including well-known names in the retail, transport and logistics sectors
• A highly regarded team ranked in Legal 500 and Chambers UK, with Partners recognised as Next Generation and Leading Individuals
• A strategic leadership position with real influence and the scope to shape the team’s future direction
• Flexible working arrangements offering autonomy and genuine work-life balance
• A progressive and commercially minded culture that prioritises innovation, sector expertise and exceptional client service

Apply Now

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Regulatory Lawyer ready to take the next step in their career within a standout team. For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment.

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