Regulatory & Enforcement Lawyer
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Regulatory & Enforcement Lawyer to join a well-established legal team in the North West. This role offers a varied caseload of criminal enforcement, regulatory and licensing matters, alongside advocacy responsibilities and the opportunity to influence key public-facing decisions.
Client Details
Our client is an award-winning public sector organisation recognised nationally for excellence, innovation and community impact, having recently been named Local Authority of the Year. The organisation is known for its collaborative culture, strong values, commitment to professional development and focus on creating positive outcomes for the communities it serves. Employees benefit from an inclusive and supportive environment where wellbeing, flexibility and career progression are genuinely prioritised.
Description
The Regulatory & Enforcement Lawyer will be:
- Managing a varied caseload of regulatory, criminal enforcement and litigation matters.
- Advising internal stakeholders on enforcement, licensing and regulatory issues.
- Drafting legal documents including complaints, summonses, pleadings and instructions to Counsel.
- Conducting advocacy before courts, tribunals and regulatory committees.
- Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues while contributing to the ongoing development of the wider legal team.
Profile
The Regulatory & Enforcement Lawyer should be:
- A solicitor or equivalent with proven experience in regulatory and enforcement law.
- Experienced in managing a full and varied caseload with minimal supervision.
- Skilled in criminal enforcement proceedings and contentious legal matters.
- Confident in conducting advocacy before courts and tribunals.
- Able to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Experienced in licensing work within a public sector or regulated environment (desirable).
- A strong communicator with excellent analytical and drafting skills.
Job Offer
Salary ranging from £45,091 to £51,356, dependent on the level of experience.
- Benefits package included.
- Hybrid working from Stockport.