Senior Regulatory Solicitor

Senior Regulatory Solicitor / 6+ PQE / Leeds / £85,000 DOE / Step into a senior role with a top Leeds firm experiencing rapid growth and a surge in high quality instructions – To apply please call Teagan on 0113 320 0575 and quote Job Ref: 3187

JOB TITLE: Senior Regulatory Solicitor                 
PQE REQUIRED: 6+        
LOCATION: Leeds                
SALARY: Up to £85,000 (DOE)                    

THE ROLE:
The successful candidate will advise across a mix of regulatory and criminal work, including health and safety, environmental matters, consumer and product law, transport regulation and corporate or financial crime. The role will involve delivering commercially focused advice, supporting clients through investigations and enforcement action and representing clients in PACE interviews, inquests and proceedings in the Magistrates’ and Crown Courts. You will work closely with a highly regarded Partner and a collaborative team, while also taking on responsibility for business development, client relationship managemen, and supporting the supervision of junior Lawyers. This position offers genuine scope to develop specialist interests and play a key role in the continued growth of the practice.

THE CANDIDATE:
You will be a qualified Solicitor with at least 6 years’ PQE and demonstrable experience in at least two relevant areas, such as health and safety, environmental law, consumer or product regulation, transport law or corporate and financial crime. You will be confident in managing your own caseload with a degree of autonomy and will have experience advising clients in a commercial and pragmatic manner. Experience of handling contentious regulatory matters including investigations and court proceedings, is essential. You will also demonstrate an interest in business development and contributing to the strategic direction of a growing team. This role will suit a candidate looking to step into a more senior position with increased responsibility, as well as those seeking a broader and more varied caseload or a more balanced and strategic role within a supportive environment.

THE FIRM:
The firm is recognised in leading legal directories for the quality of its regulatory work and boasts an impressive client base including well known names across the retail, transport and logistics sectors. The team is led by a market leading partner and is known for its collaborative, approachable and supportive culture. The firm places a strong emphasis on building lasting client relationships and delivering clear, practical legal advice. Alongside a competitive salary, the firm offers an attractive benefits package including hybrid working, generous annual leave with the option to purchase additional days, private medical insurance, pension provision, life assurance and a comprehensive wellbeing and rewards platform. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward thinking firm where your contribution will be recognised and your career progression actively supported.

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Teagan Portas at eNL on 0113 320 0575 / 0161 850 0745 or email teagan.portas@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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