Regulatory Paralegal

Company: RICS
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Location: Birmingham
Job Description:

RICS is a global professional body shaping how land, property and infrastructure are developed and managed. We set the standards that build trust in the built environment, supporting professionals to deliver work with integrity and impact.

Our members are at the heart of this, advising on how land and property is used, valued and developed, and helping to shape the world we live in.

If you are interested in building your legal experience through work that supports professional standards and public confidence, this is an opportunity to contribute to a respected global professional body.

Role Purpose and Key Responsibilities

As a member of the Regulatory Enforcement team, you will support the preparation and progression of regulatory matters, helping colleagues to manage case information, documentation and evidence effectively.

This is an opportunity for someone who is interested in building a legal career and wants to gain practical experience supporting regulatory casework in a professional body. You will build a strong foundation in legal support, working closely with experienced colleagues and contributing to activity that helps uphold professional standards.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of legal support activity, including case preparation, document management, liaising with external counsel and internal lawyers, witness coordination and hearing support. You will play an important part in keeping matters organised, accurate and moving forward.

This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham, with 60% of your time spent in the office and 40% remote.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support lawyers and colleagues with the preparation and progression of regulatory matters
  • Organise case information, evidence, witness details and supporting documentation
  • Prepare and maintain accurate case files, records and bundles
  • Help coordinate hearings, meetings and related case activity
  • Track actions, deadlines and follow ups to help keep matters on schedule
  • Review documentation for completeness and accuracy
  • Communicate clearly with colleagues and relevant parties to gather information and updates
  • Handle sensitive information appropriately and maintain accurate records
  • Contribute to effective team administration and continuous improvement of working practices

About You

You bring a practical, organised and reliable approach, with a genuine interest in developing your legal career.

You may be building your legal experience, but you understand that effective legal support relies on accuracy, consistency and attention to detail. You enjoy working through information carefully, keeping records organised and helping others move matters forward.

You will be self motivated, curious and willing to learn. You will be comfortable taking ownership of practical legal support activity and working as part of a small team where reliability, judgement and a positive attitude matter.

  • Education to degree level, with preference given to candidates with a law degree and/or relevant legal experience
  • An interest in regulatory, legal or professional standards work
  • Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail
  • Confidence working with documentation, records and case information
  • The ability to follow processes and manage practical tasks accurately and consistently
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • A proactive approach to follow up and administration
  • The ability to work independently while keeping others updated
  • Good judgement when handling sensitive or confidential information
  • Confidence using IT systems and digital tools, including Excel, Adobe and Microsoft Copilot
  • Drive, ambition and a genuine interest in building a legal career

Rewards and Benefits

RICS offers a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security and work life balance, including private medical insurance, income protection, life assurance, an Aviva Group Personal Pension scheme, 25 days’ annual leave plus public holidays and an office closure over Christmas, enhanced family leave policies, wellbeing and volunteering days, and access to mental health support and staff led community groups.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RICS is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and welcoming workplace where people feel respected, supported and able to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, including those whose career paths may not follow a traditional route.

If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.

We are committed to making our process as accessible and inclusive as possible.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026