Solicitor - Regulatory SHE in Glasgow

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

Are you looking for a role where you will be intellectually challenged, enjoy industry-leading work, client contact and support business development? Our Regulatory SHE team may be for you. Our market-leading Regulatory Team are specialists in Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) work. We employ over 30 specialist lawyers across a number of key locations. We are looking for candidates who are interested in advising clients during investigations by the Police and regulators such as the HSE, Local Authorities and SEPA, defending those subject to prosecution and representing participants of Fatal Accident Inquiries.

The successful candidate would ideally have experience of advising clients subject to regulatory enforcement, criminal court advocacy and the ability to organise and manage cases involving complex investigations.

We have a diverse range of clients across all the major industries and regularly receive top-quality instructions and a varied and sustainable pipeline of work. We work with lawyers in other practice groups, where their skills and sector knowledge complement ours. Our team are empowered to develop their own client contacts and relationships from the start of their careers. You will see how your contribution directly impacts on your clients and understand how the service you provide helps them. All across our team, from our emerging talent to our senior leadership, you won’t find a closed door, real or virtual. We are an international firm with over 2,500 colleagues across 9 countries and a myriad of international associations further bolstering our capabilities.

We are looking to strengthen the team in Glasgow with the addition of a solicitor (3–5 days a week).

• Work on a busy and varied case load encompassing a range of contentious and non-contentious regulatory issues for a variety of clients.
• Maintain and develop technical knowledge by working alongside experienced colleagues, through attendance at training sessions, reading appropriate publications and exceeding Law Society of Scotland CPD requirements.
• Act as a point of contact for clients working in accordance with client protocols, demonstrating a level of knowledge and skill commensurate with experience.
• Assist with business development activities with a view to developing and establishing contentious and non-contentious work streams for the firm.
• Where appropriate assist in the preparation and delivery of pitches, presentations and training events.
• Demonstrate sound file management – to include compliance with DAC Beachcroft protocols and any client protocols as required; consistent and accurate billing and credit control; management of WIP and file closures; updating Management Information.
• Assume responsibility for accurate and timely management reporting and information.
• Maintain an understanding of other practice areas and develop an active internal network.

• Solicitor with 0–5 years PQE. We will consider more experienced candidates if they have relevant experience and proven technical ability.
• It is beneficial (but not essential) to have experience of advising on regulatory matters, and appearing in court.
• A willingness to travel at short notice in order to assist clients managing situations on the ground as they happen – driving licence essential.
• Excellent legal drafting, analytical and technical skills.
• Meeting budgetary requirements in terms of both time and fee income.
• Demonstrate alignment with the Firm’s Cultural Principles (Clear, Creative, Determined and Supportive).

• High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance.
• A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits).
• Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding.
• In person and remote social events.
• Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive). If you are excited about this role and being part of our culture, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles! We are happy to talk flexible working with our Flex Forward scheme. We would encourage you to talk to us about our approach to flexible working during the hiring process if you would like to explore this further.