Legal Director - Crime & Regulatory


Company:	IPS Group Limited
Salary:	£65,000 - £75,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Greater Manchester, M2 2JG
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Jul 2026
Closing date:	20 Aug 2026

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Summary

Modern and progressive multi office law firm are seeking an accomplished, senior lawyer—either already operating at Legal Director level or an enthusiastic Associate / Senior Associate ready to take the next step with the support of a superb management team.

In this role you will join a highly ranked Crime & Regulatory team working across a broad and complex caseload, including:

- Inquests and public inquiries

- Professional discipline

- Police gross misconduct investigations

- Health & safety, environmental and licensing matters

- Entity regulation (including Ofsted & CQC)

As a Legal Director, you will:

- Lead on complex, high-value regulatory matters, including advocacy where appropriate

- Be a technical specialist to deal with complex inquests and fitness to practise cases, undertaking own advocacy and helping support and develop juniors

- Provide commercial, pragmatic advice to businesses and individuals (insured and uninsured)

- Support the strategic direction and growth of the Crime & Regulatory team

- Build strong relationships with insurers, clients and internal partners

- Supervise, develop and inspire junior lawyers

- Contribute to business development, marketing and thought leadership

- Take ownership of financial performance, important metrics and profitability

This is a great opportunity to be part of an expanding team and help shape the structure and growth of the team working alongside senior management.

Superb benefits plus bonus.

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