Interim Senior Lawyer (enforcement) in London

Interim Senior Lawyer (enforcement) in London

London Full-Time On-site
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As an Interim Senior Lawyer (Enforcement) in London, you will manage enforcement legal work within the Public Sector and help ensure cases progress clearly and fairly. You will provide sound legal input on enforcement matters, helping the Legal department deliver its work on a temporary basis.

Client Details

The organisation operates in the Public Sector in London.

Description

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced regulatory enforcement lawyer to join a leading legal sector oversight body on an interim basis. Working directly with the Board, Executive Leadership Team and senior stakeholders, you'll play a key role in supporting regulatory, governance and enforcement activity across a complex and high-profile environment.

This is a highly strategic role, ideally suited to a senior regulatory lawyer with experience advising Boards, regulators, public bodies or other organisations operating within a statutory framework

Key responsibilities include:

  • Advising the Board and senior leadership on regulatory, enforcement and governance issues
  • Supporting statutory decision-making processes and enforcement activity
  • Providing legal advice on investigations, regulatory interventions and oversight matters
  • Advising on public law, administrative law and regulatory risk
  • Drafting and reviewing Board papers, consultation materials, statutory notices and enforcement-related documentation
  • Managing relationships with external counsel and key stakeholders
  • Supporting strategic projects and policy initiatives
  • Providing legal support on sensitive, high-profile and potentially contentious matters

Profile

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or equivalent lawyer with significant post-qualification experience

Strong background in regulation, enforcement, investigations or public law gained from a regulator.

Experience advising Boards, executive committees or senior leadership teams

Comfortable operating within a statutory, regulated or public-sector environment

Strong judgement and ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice on complex legal issues

Experience handling matters with reputational, political or stakeholder sensitivity

Previous experience within a regulator, professional body, ombudsman, government department or similar organisation would be highly advantageous

Job Offer

High-profile position with significant Board exposure

Interesting mix of enforcement, governance, public law and regulatory work

Predominantly remote working arrangement

Occasional travel to London for Board and stakeholder meetings

Initial 4-month assignment with potential for extension

Competitive daily rate

Opportunity to influence key regulatory decisions and strategic initiatives

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Interim Senior Lawyer (enforcement) in London employer: Michael Page Legal

Join a leading international law firm renowned for its commitment to knowledge sharing and professional development, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Corporate Tax & Incentives practice. With a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, this is an excellent opportunity for growth and innovation in a supportive environment that values your expertise and contributions. Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and influence strategic initiatives while enjoying long-term career progression in a dynamic and respected firm.

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Contact Details:

Michael Page Legal Recruitment Team