Criminal Compliance and Regulatory Associate

Job Description

Associate

Department: Insurance and Public Risk – Criminal Compliance & Regulatory

Reporting to: Supervisor

Office: Birmingham

Our client is a leading UK and Ireland law firm known for working at the intersection of business and society. Social and environmental impact sit at the heart of its strategy, with a strong commitment to fairness, clarity and innovation. The firm is recognised for forging meaningful connections between clients to deliver creative, practical solutions that improve outcomes for individuals, communities and businesses.

With offices across Birmingham, Cardiff, Dublin, Exeter, London, Manchester and Nottingham, our client has a strong national presence and an international reach. The firm advises across a broad range of sectors including health, real estate and construction, education, energy and infrastructure, financial services, government, insurance, manufacturing and industrials, and retail, consumer and logistics.

Why is this role important and how does it fit into the team?

Our client has one of the strongest teams specialising in regulatory work, acting for clients nationwide. This role represents an excellent opportunity to join a successful and expanding regulatory practice, with scope to support growth and contribute to marketing and business development initiatives.

The successful candidate will be given responsibility from the outset, while benefiting from appropriate supervision, training and support to ensure they can fulfil their potential as part of a collaborative and high-performing team.

What does the role involve?

The role will include:

• Advising and assisting private clients on compliance and regulatory matters across a wide range of industries and undertakings, including food, fashion and general retail
• Interpreting relevant regulations and guidance
• Supporting the drafting and implementation of compliance policies and procedures
• Conducting due diligence in corporate transactions
• Liaising with regulators
• Advising on civil and criminal enforcement matters
• Advising and representing clients in relation to product recalls, including trading standards investigations
• Defending regulatory investigations and prosecutions brought by bodies such as the HSE, Environment Agency, police, local authorities and other regulators, including:
  • Preparing for interviews under caution
  • Liaising with regulators
  • Advising on the strength of evidence and plea
  • Advising in relation to inquests

What technical skills are required?

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience using relevant case management systems
• Familiarity with online and library-based legal research tools
• Ability to develop a detailed understanding of systems and procedures, with strong attention to detail
• Ability to clearly explain processes and provide practical advice to clients

Who would be a good fit for this role?

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Flexibility, ambition and a results-driven mindset
• A collaborative approach, with strong interpersonal skills
• A willingness to take responsibility and contribute to business development
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• A commitment to timely and accurate time recording, with experience of meeting financial targets
• Willingness to attend marketing and networking events organised by the firm, clients or professional bodies
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships with clients and colleagues

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