Solicitor / Associate / Legal Director - Safety, Health and Environment (SHE)

Department: CSG - Strategic (Advocacy / Costs / Safety, Health and Environment / Criminal / Abuse / Travel)

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: London

Description

Are you looking for a role where you will be intellectually challenged, but treated with respect? Or an environment where you can enjoy industry-leading work quality without compromising on client contact and business development? An opportunity in our Regulatory SHE team may be for you.

Our national Regulatory Team specialise in advising individuals and organisations facing criminal investigations for corporate manslaughter, gross negligence manslaughter, and breaches of regulatory law related to health and safety, fire safety, food safety, and environmental law. We also provide advice in relation to product safety, advice and representations to clients involved in inquests and in Public Inquiries. We employ over 30 specialist lawyers across key locations, where we are looking to expand due to client and case demands.

We are interested in candidates with experience dealing with regulatory issues for clients including investigations and prosecutions by the Police, HSE, Local Authorities, Fire Authorities, Environment Agency, CQC, and other regulators. The successful candidate would ideally have experience of inquests, preparing PACE submissions to regulators, interviewing witnesses, and providing non-contentious advice to clients on compliance issues and related matters.

We have a busy practice instructed in high-profile cases and investigations.

Why join us?

We serve a diverse range of clients across major industries and their insurers. Our work includes high-profile cases, and we have a varied and sustainable pipeline. We collaborate with lawyers in other practice groups, whose skills and sector knowledge complement ours. Our team members are encouraged to develop their own client contacts and relationships from early in their careers. Your contributions will have a direct impact on clients and the services you provide.

Our firm is part of an international network with over 2,500 colleagues across 9 countries, with additional international associations enhancing our capabilities.

We are looking to strengthen our SHE team nationally, focusing on London, the Midlands, or Northern England.

What you will do

You will provide a timely, professional, and high-quality service to our clients. With support from a partner or legal director, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a busy and varied caseload involving contentious and non-contentious regulatory issues.
• Acting as a point of contact for clients, following protocols, and demonstrating appropriate knowledge and skills.
• Assisting with business development, including preparing and delivering pitches, presentations, and training.
• Maintaining high standards of file management, compliance, billing, credit control, WIP management, and management reporting.
• Ensuring quality control and compliance on your caseload, including timely management reporting.
• Developing an understanding of other practice areas and maintaining an internal network.
• Enhancing technical knowledge through training, reading publications, and exceeding CPD requirements.

Who you are

• You have at least 10 years PQE with experience in a regulatory or commercial environment, in private practice or elsewhere.
• You have extensive experience advising on regulatory matters—including investigations, prosecutions, inquests, environmental breaches, trading standards, product and food safety, and fire safety. Other relevant experience will be considered.
• You have experience in business development and client relationship management.
• You are willing to travel at short notice; a driving license is essential.
• You possess excellent legal drafting, analytical, and technical skills.
• You can exceed budgetary requirements in time and fee income.
• You align with the firm’s cultural principles: Clear, Creative, Determined, and Supportive.

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible working arrangements and a good work-life balance - more details
• A comprehensive remuneration package including private medical insurance, income protection, gym discounts, and more.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development, including funding.
• In-person and remote social events.
• Participation in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) activities.

We are committed to a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace aligned with our principles. If you're excited about this role but your experience isn't a perfect match, we encourage you to apply—you might be the right fit for this or other roles!