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  • Top 150 firm with Legal 500-ranked Regulatory team and excellent progression prospects
  • Hybrid working – typically one day in the office, with flexibility for more remote work
  • Opportunity to develop a specialist regulatory career under expert mentorship

 

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Newly Qualified Litigation Solicitor or Criminal Lawyer looking to move into regulatory law at a forward-thinking, supportive firm known for developing its people.

You’ll join a highly respected Regulatory team working on a varied caseload of professional discipline, regulatory enforcement, CQC and Ofsted matters, and serious motoring offences. There’s genuine potential to progress and become a key figure in the team, with expert guidance from experienced leaders.

The culture is non-hierarchical and collaborative — perfect for someone who wants autonomy without sacrificing support.

Who we’re looking for

  • Newly Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive
  • Previous regulatory law experience ideal but not essential
  • Candidates from criminal or commercial litigation backgrounds encouraged to apply
  • Confident handling a caseload and managing client relationships
  • Strong drafting, advocacy, and communication skills
  • Ambitious, team-oriented and keen to develop within regulatory law

Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas Eve + firm closes between Christmas & New Year
  • Holiday buy/sell scheme
  • Early monthly pay scheme
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Season ticket loans
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Eye tests
  • Wellbeing focus with online resources for mental, physical & financial health
  • Highly flexible hybrid working – typically one day a week in Wigan office, but more WFH available
  • Clear progression pathway – the firm has a track record of promoting NQs through to Partner

Contact Brandon Ghent

If you’re a Litigation Solicitor or Criminal Lawyer ready to specialise in regulatory law with an award-winning firm, contact Brandon Ghent at brandon.ghent@realmrecruit.com or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.

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Key details

Salary

£35,000 - £39,000

Location

  • Greater Manchester
  • North West

Role type

  • Hybrid working

Contract type

  • Permanent

Practice area

Personal Injury

Job ref

V-45100-1

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