Regulatory Partner – Top 50 UK Law Firm

Regulatory Partner – Top 50 UK Law Firm
Location: Flexible – London, Manchester, Birmingham, or Leeds
Salary: £120,000 – £500,000
Reference: GDREGPART

Join a market-leading national practice with exceptional regulatory pedigree.

We are working exclusively with a highly regarded, full-service Top 50 UK law firm seeking to appoint a Regulatory Partner to further strengthen its national regulatory and investigations offering. With a strong commitment to growth and innovation, the firm offers a collaborative and well-resourced environment, ideal for an ambitious partner or senior lawyer ready to take the next step.

Practice Focus:

The role will cover a diverse and high-profile caseload, advising a wide spectrum of clients — from multinational corporates and public bodies to insurers and senior executives — across a full range of contentious and advisory regulatory matters, including:

• Health & Safety
• Corporate & Gross Negligence Manslaughter
• Criminal Defence (including Fraud, Financial Crime & Investigations)
• Coroner’s Inquests
• Fire & Food Safety
• Environmental Law & Statutory Nuisance
• Professional Disciplinary Proceedings
• Transport & Public Inquiries

The firm has a robust infrastructure of specialist support, a national platform, and a strong referral network — offering excellent scope to grow your practice with autonomy.

What We’re Looking For:

• An established Regulatory Partner or a Legal Director/Managing Associate ready for partnership.
• A strong track record in one or more of the above areas.
• Experience working with insurers, public sector bodies, or regulated industries is highly desirable.
• A strategic mindset and the ability to lead or grow a team.
• A portable following or demonstrable business development success would be advantageous but not essential.

Why Join?

• Top-tier national platform with sector-leading regulatory capabilities.
• Highly collegiate culture and genuine flexibility.
• Strong cross-referral and internal collaboration.
• Transparent partnership structure with equity opportunities.
• Commitment to diversity, sustainability, and legal innovation.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape and lead within a forward-thinking and supportive firm where your contribution will be highly visible and valued.