Solicitor / Associate - Regulatory SHE

Overview

This role sits within the Regulatory SHE team and involves advising individuals and organisations facing criminal investigations for corporate manslaughter, gross negligence manslaughter and breaches of regulatory law related to health and safety, fire safety, food safety and environmental law. The team also provides advice relating to product safety, and supports clients involved in inquests and Public Inquiries.

The position is permanent and remote, covering England and Wales, with a focus on strengthening the SHE team nationally and specifically supporting the North West region.

Responsibilities

• Provide a timely, professional and high-quality service to clients.
• Work on a busy and varied caseload covering both contentious and non-contentious regulatory issues for a range of clients.
• Act as a point of contact for clients in line with client protocols, demonstrating appropriate knowledge and skill for the level of experience.
• Support business development activities, including assisting with preparation and delivery of pitches, presentations and training events.
• Maintain strong file management, including:
  • compliance with internal protocols and any client protocols as required
  • accurate billing and credit control
  • management of WIP and file closures
  • updating management information
• Take responsibility for quality control and benchmark compliance on your own caseload, including the accuracy and timeliness of management reporting and information.
• Maintain an understanding of other practice areas and an active internal network.
• Build and maintain technical knowledge through training, reading relevant publications and meeting/exceeding Law Society CPD requirements.

Requirements

• At least 5 years PQE with experience gained within a regulatory and/or commercially focused environment (private practice or elsewhere).
• Experience advising on regulatory matters, including (as applicable):
  • HSE/Police investigations
  • witness interviews
  • interviews under caution
  • prosecutions
  • sentencing hearings
  • inquests
• Experience in areas such as vehicle operator licence issues, environmental breaches, trading standards, product safety, food safety and fire safety would be beneficial; other relevant experience will also be considered.
• Experience of business development and building client relationships.
• Willingness to travel at short notice to assist clients on the ground as situations arise (driving licence preferable).
• Excellent legal drafting, analytical and technical skills.
• Ability to exceed budgetary requirements relating to both time and fee income.

Preferred Qualifications

• Not specified.

Compensation & Benefits

• A well-rounded remuneration package including:
  • private medical insurance
  • income protection insurance
  • discounted gym membership
  • other benefits (as applicable)
• Opportunities for growth and progression, including professional funding.
• High levels of flexibility and a focus on work-life balance.
• In-person and remote social events.
• Opportunity to get involved in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities.

Location

• Remote – England and Wales
• Focus on the North West region