At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex regulatory matters and provide expert legal advice.
- Company: Join Markel Law, part of a global Fortune 500 group with a dynamic culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, and excellent career progression.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse workforce that values your unique background.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a collaborative environment while shaping the future of the team.
- Qualifications: Senior lawyer with expertise in crime/regulatory law and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
At Markel Law, we don't just advise on risk; we help businesses navigate their most complex and high stakes challenges with confidence. We are seeking a senior Crime & Regulatory lawyer to step into a Legal Director role, combining technical excellence, leadership, and commercial impact.
Responsibilities
- Lead on complex, high value regulatory matters, including advocacy where appropriate.
- Act as a technical specialist on inquests, fitness to practice cases, and other investigations such as inquests and public inquiries, professional discipline, police gross misconduct investigations, health & safety, environmental and licensing matters, and entity regulation (including Ofsted & CQC).
- Provide pragmatic advice to businesses and individuals, insured or 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, critical metrics, and profitability.
Empowerment and Impact
- Influence strategy and growth of the practice.
- Build and deepen client and insurer relationships.
- Develop and mentor lawyers.
- Play a key role in expanding our Manchester presence.
Qualifications
- Senior Associate, Legal Director, or Partner specialising in crime/regulatory law.
- Technically strong across multiple regulatory disciplines.
- Commercially minded with a track record in client development and growth.
- Experience working with insurance backed work or complex participant environments.
- Confident leader who enjoys developing people and building teams.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with great bonus.
- 25 days holiday (with buy/sell options).
- Pension, private medical & dental, life assurance, and income protection.
- Flexible working and genuine work/life balance.
- A clear platform for progression and influence.
- Opportunity to shape the future of the team and wider business.
Why Markel Law?
- Part of a global Fortune 500 group with the agility and culture of a specialist firm.
- Work with a high quality, diverse client base including SMEs, corporates, and professionals.
- Access to a strong pipeline of work via insurance partnerships and internal referrals.
- Collaborative, people first culture.
- Play a genuine role in shaping the future of the team and wider business.
EEO Statement
We are all about the people, celebrating a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds. We will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and hirings to participate and perform essential job functions if successful.
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At Markel Law, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and people-first culture. As a Legal Director in Manchester, you will enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a clear path for professional growth while working with a diverse client base and having the opportunity to shape the future of our team. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment that values your expertise and leadership.
