Professional Regulatory Lawyer
- Recruiter
- Reed Specialist Recruitment
- Location
- London (Central), London (Greater)
- Salary
- £39k - £42k + Excellent Benefits Package
- Posted
- 13 Jan 2017
- Closes
- 10 Feb 2017
- Job Title
- Lawyer
- Practice Area
- Criminal, Criminal / Prosecutions, Regulatory
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Professional Regulations Lawyer
Central London
Major Regulatory Body
£39 – 42k + Excellent Benefits Package
A major regulatory body in Canary Wharf is looking to recruit 2 new Professional Regulations Lawyers into the team. One of these opportunities is Permanent, the other is a Fixed Term Contract until August 2017 with high potential to turn Permanent.
The role will require the successful candidate to work as part of the Professional Regulation Fitness To Practice Team to ensure conducted investigations are fair and proportionate.
You will be accountable for the following:
• Developing Investigation Plans, Drafting Allegations, Provide advice and recommendations for the progress and disposal of cases
• Progressing cases and conducting thorough investigation within target timeframes and performance standards
• Effectively manage, prepare and present cases before the Fitness to Practice Committee including all pre and post hearing activities.
• Ensure compliance with objectives and performance targets around quality, timeliess and cost
• Provide specific advice, legal matters, case preparation and disclosure.
• Maintain up to date specialist knowledge of fitness to practice, regulatory case law, and best practice including any guidance issued by agencies.
Required Knowledge & Skillset:
• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with extensive advocacy experience
• Ability to understand, explain and apply complex case law and legislation
• Experience working within a team and supporting colleagues
• Familiarity with Data Protection and Freedom of Information Law
• Ability to carefully manage and solve problems proactively
Your background:
• Ideally candidates will come from a Strong Regulatory Background
• Candidates with Extensive Criminal Experience will be suitable for consideration
• Candidates with Strong / Extensive Advocacy experience are encouraged to apply
If this opportunity is of interest and you have the required skillset please apply and I will be in touch to discuss your application further.