Public Inquiries Solicitor – Regional – Up to £65,000
A well-established national law firm with a strong reputation in complex regulatory and advisory matters is seeking a Public Inquiries Solicitor to join its growing team across Regional Offices.
The practice is recognised for handling high-profile and sensitive matters across a range of regulated sectors, acting for public sector bodies, corporates and not-for-profit organisations. This is an excellent opportunity for a Public Inquiries Solicitor to manage complex work while supporting the continued growth of the team across its Regional Offices.
The Role:
- Leading on a varied caseload of regulatory and compliance matters, including public inquiries, inquests and investigations by external regulatory bodies
- Advising clients across public sector, corporate and third sector organisations on both contentious and advisory issues
- Managing complex, high-profile matters from instruction through to resolution
- Assisting with the preparation and coordination of responses to formal inquiry requests and disclosure exercises
- Supporting major inquest work and other significant investigative proceedings
- Drafting corporate witness statements and taking instructions from senior stakeholders
- Analysing and reviewing large volumes of documentation efficiently and accurately
- Supporting wider regulatory and compliance teams where required
- Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to their development
- Playing an active role in maintaining high standards of client service delivery
- Supporting business development initiatives and contributing to the growth of the practice
About You:
- Experienced Senior Associate with a background in regulatory, compliance or criminal defence work
- Proven track record of handling complex, sensitive and high-profile matters
- Confident supervising and supporting junior team members
- Strong commercial awareness with a proactive, client-focused approach
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
- Able to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ambitious, with a genuine interest in developing within a growing practice
Benefits:
- Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Hybrid / flexible working arrangement
- Pension plan
- Healthcare cover and life Insurance – 4x annual salary
- Travel Loan and Cycle to work schemes
- High-quality, nationally recognised work
- Strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
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