Enforcement Case Lawyer

West Midlands Permanent View Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a litigator, to work within a leading national governing body's enforcement function. You will provide specialist legal advice, influence regulatory action and collaborate across the organisation to uphold standards and integrity.
  • Influence enforcement strategy at a national regulatory body
  • Opportunity to retrain and specialise in-house

About Our Client

This role is with a highly-regarded UK regulatory authority, charged with setting and enforcing professional standards in the financial and audit ecosystem. The organisation is values-driven, promoting integrity, fairness, effectiveness and independence in all it does. Their culture is inclusive and development-focused, featuring hybrid working models, generous benefits and accredited status for disability inclusion and well-being support.
They are undergoing transformation into a stronger, more agile regulator - offering candidates the chance to join at a pivotal time and make real impact.

Job Description

The Enforcement Case Lawyer will be:

  • Advising on enforcement activities, regulatory investigations and legal strategy


  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating legal documents, decisions and settlements


  • Liaising with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure consistent and robust governance


  • Monitoring and interpreting regulatory, statutory and policy developments to inform action


  • Contributing to process improvement, training and the legal function's development

The Successful Applicant



  • A solicitor or equivalent with proven commercial litigation, criminal, insolvency or regulatory experience


  • Experienced in advising on investigations, complex decision-making and regulatory frameworks


  • Able to engage with senior stakeholders and translate legal risks into clear operational guidance


  • Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment with strong governance standards


  • A strong communicator, collaborative in style, and committed to integrity and public interest outcomes
  • Desire to learn and get involved in learning a new way of working



What's on Offer

This permanent role offers a competitive salary, and the opportunity to join a respected regulator at a key phase of its evolution. The organisation provides:



  • Hybrid working - 2 days a week


  • Generous annual leave (including buy/sell scheme) and flexible bank holiday options - 30 days holiday


  • A pension scheme with significant employer contribution


  • Health and wellbeing support including online GP, counselling and physiotherapy services


  • Development opportunities including access to training, volunteering days and a values-led culture



This is more than a role - it's a career opportunity to shape enforcement law within a national regulatory body.
If you're an experienced litigator, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.

Contact
Sam Muller
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6860619
Phone number
+44 121 634 6944

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Litigation
Sector
Public Sector
Location
West Midlands
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sam Muller
Consultant phone
+44 121 634 6944
Job reference
JN-102025-6860619