An experienced solicitor with at least three years’ PQE is needed to join a well-regarded Business Risk and Regulation team in Bristol. The ideal candidate will have a solid grounding in regulatory law and experience advising on compliance, enforcement and risk management. They will bring sound legal judgement, commercial awareness and a thoughtful, solutions-focused approach to complex matters.
Working closely with senior lawyers, you will advise corporate clients and public sector organisations across a broad range of regulatory issues. The work includes advisory and contentious matters, investigations, inquests and public inquiries. You will have direct client contact from the outset and the opportunity to take ownership of significant work. Alongside delivering excellent client service, you will contribute to business development, develop your professional profile and support the continued growth of the practice.
The Firm
This established UK law firm advises businesses, public sector organisations and individuals on a wide range of legal matters. Its approach is centred on being accessible and responsive, building strong relationships and helping clients address challenges, identify opportunities and achieve practical outcomes.
The Business Risk and Regulation team is nationally recognised and works on complex, often business-critical issues. Its diverse practice offers the chance to collaborate with experienced specialists and build expertise across a broad range of regulatory disciplines. The firm also has an international network, enabling it to draw on legal expertise across multiple jurisdictions.
The culture emphasises openness, teamwork, making a positive difference and continued development. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative team, work directly with clients and senior lawyers, and contribute to the profile and growth of a recognised practice.
Responsibilities
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Advise corporate clients and public sector bodies on regulatory compliance, enforcement and risk management.
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Handle advisory and contentious work across areas including health and safety, environmental regulation, consumer protection, food and product regulation, healthcare, financial services and information regulation.
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Support clients with crisis management, investigations, anti-bribery and anti-money laundering issues, ESG matters and immigration regulation.
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Work on inquests, public inquiries and disciplinary matters.
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Provide practical, commercially aware advice on complex and high-profile regulatory issues.
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Build strong client relationships, understand clients’ objectives and deliver a high standard of service.
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Work collaboratively with colleagues and recognised specialists across the team.
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Contribute to business development, professional networking, profile-raising and thought leadership.
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Take ownership of work and support the continued development of the practice.
Experience and Skills Sought
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A qualified solicitor with at least three years’ PQE and a solid grounding in regulatory law.
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Experience advising on regulatory compliance, enforcement or risk management; environmental regulation would be particularly beneficial.
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Strong communication, legal analysis and organisational skills, with a meticulous and commercially aware approach.
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Able to build client relationships, work collaboratively and contribute to business development.
Hours and Benefits
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Monday to Friday 9:00 – 17:15
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26 days holiday per year, plus 1 extra day at Christmas and your birthday off
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Hybrid working, typically 60% in the office and 40% from home
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Discretionary bonus scheme
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Pension
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Life assurance
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Private medical insurance
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Holiday purchase scheme
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Dental insurance
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Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
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Free legal services, such as conveyancing and wills
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Medicash healthcare cash plan
Find Out More or Apply
To find out more about this role, or to have an informal, confidential and non-committal chat, please reach out to Katie at Aspiria Legal.