Regulatory Lawyer – Health & Safety / Corporate Defence – Bristol – Associate to Managing Associate
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full time
Salary: £55,000 to £85,000 (depending on experience)

A well established national law firm is seeking a Regulatory Lawyer (Associate to Managing Associate level) to join its expanding Corporate Defence & Regulatory team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high quality advisory and contentious matters, supporting clients across a wide range of regulatory, enforcement and crisis management issues. The role is based in Bristol within a collaborative and growing national practice.

The Role
You will manage a varied and stimulating caseload, including:

• Health & Safety advisory work, including compliance, incident response, investigations and enforcement/prosecution support
• Product safety and product liability adjacent matters, including recall strategy, internal investigations and engagement with enforcement bodies
• Food safety and regulated product compliance for clients under heightened regulatory scrutiny
• Support on wider corporate defence matters, including corporate manslaughter, coroner’s inquests and other investigations
• Working closely with colleagues across the national team to deliver strategic, joined up advice

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor who:

• Is admitted in England & Wales (or equivalent) with relevant post qualification experience
• Has experience in Health & Safety regulatory work; exposure to product safety/recall and/or food safety is advantageous
• Is confident advising on investigations and enforcement facing matters, providing clear, calm and pragmatic guidance
• Enjoys collaborative working and consistently delivers high quality client service
• Demonstrates strong financial and case management skills
• Is proficient with case management systems, electronic time recording and Microsoft Office
• Brings a friendly, proactive, self starting approach with excellent interpersonal skills
• Embodies the firm’s values and contributes positively to team culture

Benefits
The firm offers:

• High quality, complex and varied regulatory work
• A supportive, national team with strong development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive culture
• Recognition for strong performance and client service
• Hybrid working arrangements where appropriate

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.