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Senior Solicitor – Regulatory & Criminal Defence (6+ PQE)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Solicitor (6+ PQE) to join a fast-growing Regulatory & Criminal Defence team. This is a new position created due to a significant increase in instructions from an impressive client base, including leading names in the retail, transport, logistics, and consumer sectors.
This position offers exposure to a broad mix of regulatory and criminal matters, including:
* Health, safety & environment
* Transport law
* Financial crime & supply chain issues
You will work across the full spectrum of regulatory matters, including advisory work, major investigations, enforcement, and prosecutions. This will involve supporting on:
* PACE interviews, inquests, Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court proceedings
* High-profile investigations including CPS/HSE matters
* Cutting-edge regulation in consumer, food, and product law
* Business development, client relationship management, and mentoring junior team members
We are looking for a driven and commercially minded lawyer who can operate with a high degree of autonomy. The successful candidate will have:
* 6+ years PQE with experience in at least two of the following areas: health & safety, environmental, consumer/product/food law, transport, financial crime/supply chain, or general crime/defence.
* Strong experience advising clients on regulatory and/or criminal matters.
* Excellent advocacy and communication skills, with confidence in handling court and inquest proceedings.
* A proactive approach to business development and supporting team growth.
* The ability to manage a busy caseload while maintaining high standards of client service.
This role may suit someone looking for:
* A step up into a senior position with greater responsibility.
* A broader variety of high-quality work and client contact.
* A more strategic role with balanced career development and work-life integration.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Hybrid working arrangements.
* 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, with the option to buy more.
* Pension, private medical insurance, life assurance, health cash plan, employee assistance programme.
* Interest-free travel loans and access to a wellbeing and recognition platform with retail discounts.
* Genuine opportunities for progression, client development, and involvement in high-profile matters.
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