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Transport Regulatory Solicitor – 2-6 PQE

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Transport Regulatory Solicitor – 2-6 PQE

Transport Regulatory Solicitor – 2-6 PQE

Location: Birmingham (with hybrid/flexible working)
Experience: 2-6 years PQE
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

A national law firm is seeking a highly motivated Solicitor to join its Transport Regulatory team. The role involves advising operators in the road transport sector on all aspects of regulatory compliance, enforcement, and licensing, with regular interaction with regulators such as the DVSA and the Traffic Commissioners.

You’ll join a Legal 500-recognised team working with both SMEs and national operators, with opportunities to develop advocacy experience, manage client relationships, and contribute to business development.


What You’ll Be Doing

  • Advising commercial vehicle operators on licensing and compliance under the Goods and Passenger Vehicles legislation

  • Representing clients at public inquiries before the Traffic Commissioner and preparing case bundles

  • Attending and advising at DVSA interviews under caution (PACE interviews)

  • Carrying out compliance reviews and audits of transport operations

  • Supporting corporate transactions with regulatory due diligence and input on licensing requirements

  • Delivering training sessions and contributing to thought leadership

  • Meeting financial targets and supporting business development initiatives


What We’re Looking For

  • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (2-6 years PQE ideal, though wider PQE considered)

  • Experience or strong interest in transport regulatory law, public inquiries, or professional discipline/regulatory proceedings

  • Advocacy experience or willingness to develop it

  • Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills

  • Ability to manage competing deadlines, travel as required, and work both independently and within a team


  • Reach out to Claudia at Austen Lloyd for a confidential chat ref CC485739
  • claudia@austenlloyd.co.uk or 0117 313 0502

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JOB REFERENCE: CC485739_1751882192

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