Criminal Regulatory and Professional Discipline Solicitor

Posted 2 days 16 hours ago by William James Recruitment

Permanent
Full Time
Other
London, United Kingdom
Job Description
Criminal Regulatory and Professional Discipline Solicitor
  • Central London Office
  • Excellent career progression opportunities
  • Competitive Salary starting from £45,000, increasing DOE
About the Role Junior Regulatory and Professional Discipline Solicitor - Central London - Legal 500 firm - REF:AL

A rare opportunity has arisen for a junior solicitor to join a leading Legal 500 Crime firm in their planned expansion of their Criminal Regulatory and professional discipline department.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and ambitious junior, looking to develop a long term career and work exclusively within the Professional Regulation and Discipline team.

You will be involved in advising and representing clients in matters involving regulators such as the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), General Medical Council (GMC), and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

The role will involve:
  • Representing clients at police stations (including out of hours)
  • Analysing and managing large volumes of evidence
  • Working effectively under tight deadlines in high pressure matters
  • Supporting the continued growth and development of the department
Candidate Requirements:
  • Be a qualified solicitor (0-3 PQE)
  • Hold full Police Station Accreditation (Desirable)
  • Hold Duty Solicitor Accreditation (Desirable)
  • Have a strong interest in professional regulation and disciplinary work
  • Be keen to obtain Higher Rights of Audience
  • Be confident representing clients, including outside normal office hours
  • Have excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
The Benefits
  • A competitive salary starting from £45,000+ with clear progression
  • Structured development within a leading Legal 500 Crime firm
  • Exposure to high quality, complex and interesting regulatory work
  • Direct mentoring from highly experienced and Legal 500 leading practitioners
  • 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
  • Pension Scheme contribution
  • Support and encouragement to obtain Higher Rights of Audience
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Genuine opportunity to play a key role in the growth of the department
  • Competitive out of hours and police station attendance fees on top of salary
  • Strong long-term career prospects in a leading firm