Regulatory Solicitor

Regulatory Solicitor / Legal Executive – HSE, Inquests & Investigations

Manchester | Hybrid Working | £45,000–£57,000 | 1 PQE +

Work on some of the UK’s most high-profile regulatory investigations

A top-tier regulatory team in Manchester is continuing to grow and is looking to recruit an ambitious Solicitor with ideally 1 PQE+ to join its highly regarded practice.

Depending on the candidate, there is a possibility they will consider an NQ.

This is a standout opportunity to work on complex, high-stakes matters for major organisations, including FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 companies, often with national and international significance.

Gain exposure to the most complex, high-profile regulatory cases

You will be part of a specialist team advising clients on serious regulatory and criminal matters, including corporate manslaughter investigations, HSE prosecutions and inquests.

The work is varied, fast-paced and impactful — often involving incidents that attract significant scrutiny and require strategic, commercially focused advice.

Your role will include

• Advising on health & safety, environmental and corporate manslaughter cases
• Supporting or leading inquests and regulatory hearings (depending on experience)
• Drafting witness statements and legal submissions
• Reviewing evidence and preparing cases for trial
• Attending interviews under caution and court hearings
• Liaising with key regulators including the HSE, CQC, Police and other authorities

Why this opportunity stands out

• Exposure to landmark and high-profile cases in a specialist field
• Work with a market-leading regulatory team
• Opportunity to develop expertise in a growing and in-demand practice areaStrong support for training, development and long-term progression
• Flexible hybrid working

More about you

• Qualified Solicitor
• Experience in regulatory, health & safety, criminal or motor crime work (desirable, not essential)
• Strong drafting, analytical and client-facing skills
• Interest in building a career in regulatory defence and investigations
• Proactive, motivated and able to work in a collaborative team

This role would suit someone looking to specialise in regulatory law or pivot from a related discipline into a highly engaging and respected area of practice.

If you’d like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, or explore the wider regulatory market in Manchester, please get in touch.

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