Associate - SHE Reg

Clyde & Co; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an Associate to join their Safety, Health & Environment Regulatory Department in Manchester. The role involves representing clients in various legal matters, including health and safety investigations, and requires a solicitor with 2-5 years PQE. The successful candidate will have expertise in relevant legal areas, a commitment to professionalism, and the ability to travel across England and Wales.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years PQE as a solicitor required.
• Experience in relevant law areas like Health & Safety, Environmental Crime, etc.
• Ability to travel across England and Wales.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in health and safety investigations.
• Provide national coverage for corporate clients.
• Prepare and progress legal cases to conclusion.

Skills

Health & Safety

Environmental Crime

Motor Crime

Fire Safety

Effective Communication

Education

Solicitor qualification (2-5 years PQE)

Job description

Associate - SHE Reg – Clyde & Co

We are looking for a solicitor (2‑5 years PQE) to join our specialist Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) Regulatory Department in the Manchester office. This is a unique opportunity to work within an expanding, multi‑award‑winning firm, and to practice regulatory law in a truly corporate environment. The role requires regular communication with clients nationally and a supportive, collaborative team working in a modern, flexible environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients subject to investigations and prosecutions relating to Health & Safety, Food safety, Fire safety, Motor Prosecutions and Environmental crime.
• Provide national coverage for a blend of corporate and insurer‑backed clients.
• Prepare and progress cases from early investigative stages through the enforcement process, and ultimately to conclusion before the Criminal Courts.
• Represent clients before the Coroners Court when required.
• Communicate with clients regularly nationwide and support them across England and Wales.

Qualifications

• 2‑5 years PQE as a solicitor (guide).
• Experience in Health & Safety, Environmental Crime, Motor Crime, or Fire Safety.
• Bright, ambitious, determined and adaptable in a demanding, fast‑paced team.
• Willing and available to travel anywhere in England and Wales and possess a full driving licence.
• Enjoy being challenged by complex legal issues and expanding knowledge.
• Confident and effective communicator.
• Focused on delivering a highly professional service to clients, including compliance with client Service Level Agreements and Management Information requirements.

Our Commitment

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.

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