Associate Solicitor - Inquiries & Investigations

Salary: £80,000-90,000
Location: Birmingham
Contract: Permanent

Overview of the Associate Solicitor - Inquiries & Investigations role

Sellick Partnership is currently working with a leading international law firm that is looking to recruit an Associate Solicitor with 1-3 years' PQE to join it's Inquiries & Investigations team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a high-profile public inquiry, supporting complex and sensitive matters for a public sector client. The successful candidate will gain exposure to significant legal proceedings, large-scale disclosure exercises and investigations, working alongside experienced lawyers on matters of considerable public interest.

Key responsibilities of the Associate Solicitor position will include

• Acting on behalf of statutory and non-statutory public inquiries, including supporting inquiry teams and core participants.

• Assisting with internal investigations, independent reviews and complex evidential analysis.

• Reviewing, analysing and managing large volumes of documentary evidence, including supporting large-scale disclosure exercises and undertaking sensitive redaction work.

• Liaising with and interviewing witnesses, taking statements, attending hearings and working closely with clients, counsel and other stakeholders.

• Advising on inquiry procedures, evidence collection, disclosure, privilege, data protection, freedom of information and fair process, alongside supporting media handling and reputation management matters.

Required experience/qualifications of the Associate Solicitor role will include

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with 1-3 years' PQE.

• Previous experience working on public inquiries, either acting as Solicitors to an Inquiry or representing a Core Participant.

• Experience gained within private practice, government, regulatory or public sector environments.

• Previous involvement in large-scale disclosure projects or document review exercises.

• Excellent analytical skills, sound judgement and exceptional attention to detail when handling sensitive information.

• Strong commercial awareness, financial acumen and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with clients, colleagues and counsel.

• Excellent time management skills and the ability to deliver high-quality, cost-effective work under pressure and within agreed deadlines.

• Flexibility to work on-site at client premises in Central London five days per week initially, with a willingness to travel as required by future instructions.

• The ability to obtain the appropriate level of UK security clearance.

Benefits available alongside the Associate Solicitor position include (but aren't limited to):

• Competitive performance-related rewards.

• Flexible, agile and hybrid working opportunities, subject to client and assignment requirements.

• Health, dental and wellbeing support.

• Structured professional development, training and mentoring programmes.

• Opportunities to work across international teams and different practice areas.

• Support for pro bono work and community engagement.

• Retirement planning, insurance and other financial wellbeing benefits.

• A strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and employee development.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Associate Solicitor to develop their career within a highly regarded international legal environment, working on complex, high-profile public inquiries and investigations. The role would suit a solicitor with a strong analytical approach, excellent attention to detail and a genuine interest in public sector work and matters of significant public importance.

How to apply for the Associate Solicitor - Inquiries & Investigations position

If you have the relevant experience and qualifications outlined above and are interested in this opportunity, please apply within. Alternatively, if you would like a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Taylor in the Sellick Partnership legal team to find out more.

Synonyms: Public Inquiry Solicitor, Investigations Solicitor, Regulatory Solicitor, Litigation Associate, Disclosure Solicitor

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