Senior Regulatory Lawyer 12 Month FTC


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Birmingham, B4 6AJ
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	1 Sept 2026
Closing date:	1 Oct 2026

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Summary

Your new company

This is an opportunity to join a respected national organisation operating at the heart of complex regulatory and enforcement work. The organisation plays a significant role in protecting the public interest through the investigation and resolution of high-profile professional and regulatory matters.

You will join a highly regarded legal team working on challenging and often high-profile cases within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Your new role

As a Regulatory Lawyer, you will work on complex investigations and enforcement matters, taking responsibility for your own caseload while supporting wider strategic investigations.

Key responsibilities include:

Conducting regulatory investigations and contentious matters.

Providing clear and practical legal advice on complex issues.

Reviewing and assessing substantial volumes of evidence and documentation.

Working alongside legal colleagues, forensic specialists and external advisers.

Assisting with the preparation and conduct of tribunal and hearing proceedings.

Supporting case strategy, risk management and project delivery.

Supervising junior team members and contributing to knowledge sharing.

Managing competing priorities within a fast-paced environment.

What you'll need to succeed

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with significant litigation, disputes or regulatory experience. Typically 5 years+

Experience managing complex and sensitive matters.

Excellent communication, drafting and analytical skills.

Ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team.

Strong organisational and project management skills.

A genuine interest in investigations, enforcement and public interest work.

What you'll get in return

12-month fixed-term contract with high-profile case exposure

Generous annual leave entitlement

Opportunity to buy additional leave

Exceptional employer pension contribution

Hybrid working arrangement

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Collaborative and highly regarded legal team

Opportunity to work on some of the most complex investigations in the UK

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on 0161 228 7770.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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