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Regulatory Disputes Associate – Bristol

Regulatory Disputes Associate in Bristol. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.

Competitive

Compensation

Bristol

Location

Permanent

Term

Listed

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The Role

  • Advise clients on health, building, and fire safety compliance.

  • Support regulatory investigations, enforcement proceedings, and public inquiries.

  • Manage internal investigations, including interviews and document reviews.

  • Prepare clients for regulatory interviews and contentious proceedings.

  • Advise on due diligence, risk assessments, and compliance frameworks.

  • Support on anti-bribery, fraud prevention, and modern slavery obligations.

  • Draft legal advice, witness evidence, and regulatory correspondence.

  • Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas and jurisdictions.

  • Develop client relationships and contribute to business development.

About You

  • Qualified solicitor with experience in regulatory disputes or compliance.

  • Experience in health and safety, inquests, or corporate compliance advantageous.

  • Knowledge of anti-bribery, fraud prevention, or modern slavery preferred.

  • Strong analytical skills and excellent drafting ability required.

  • Confident client handling and a commercially minded approach essential.

  • Adaptable and comfortable managing competing priorities.

What's on Offer

Join a collaborative team within a wider disputes and risk practice. Benefit from early client exposure, meaningful responsibility, and structured career development. Enjoy technical training and opportunities for professional growth.

Why This Role

This position offers the chance to work on high-profile regulatory matters, contributing to the success of a nationally connected team.

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Role Summary

Location

Bristol

Salary

Competitive

Type

Permanent

Market Spotlight — Bristol

Bristol continues to see a surge in Top 50 presence, driven by a desire for quality of life and reduced overheads. Salaries remain highly competitive against London ranges.

Demand

High for experienced specialists

Discretion

100% Confidential

Why Austen Lloyd?

  • Completely confidential process
  • Direct relationships with firm partners
  • Specialist legal expertise since 2009
  • No obligation consultation

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