Regulatory Lawyer-Health & Safety​/Corporate Defence

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.

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

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

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

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.

* At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.

Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £55000 – £85000 per annum
Location: Bristol, Bristol