We are looking for a Senior Lawyer to join our General Counsel Advice team. This is a hybrid role working from home and in our Birmingham or London Office. What's in it for me Work in a fast-paced environment at the forefront of legal services regulation; supporting the delivery of the SRA's strategic objectives Deal with intellectually challenging matters in a complex legal framework Support the regulation of the profession, protecting and promoting the public interest, and help shape and implement our responses to new challenges Work on a variety of projects with teams across the SRA, using problem solving and analytical thinking to solve legal and practical problems A broad and varied workload, with a core focus on public law and regulatory policy development Advise colleagues from across the business on a whole range of discrete legal issues affecting the business, working within a close knit, friendly and supportive team The team The General Counsel Advice team is part of the General Counsel Directorate within the SRA. It is responsible for the provision of legal advice (apart from enforcement and employment law matters) to the SRA, staff, operational units and senior management. The team plays a major role in providing strategic advice on a wide range of regulatory policy development projects for the SRA. It also provides support to the wider organisation and the operations of the SRA, dealing with legal issues and queries which arise. In recent years has played a key role in: The development and implementation of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination including policy and operational matters Advising on the impact of recent and ongoing activity in the space of sanctions and anti-money laundering Our most recent consultation on "Protecting the client money that solicitors hold" Supporting the development of changes to our regulatory arrangements including the implementation of new fining powers and the creation of the new rules and guidance related to wellbeing at work Mazur v Charles Russell Speechlys , a high profile case which looked at the work a non- authorised individual is able to undertake. The role As a Senior Lawyer (Senior Legal Adviser as the role is known internally) in the General Counsel Advice team, you will provide high quality, effective and timely advice on queries received by the team. This will include advising upon the legal obligations and regulatory powers available to the organisation, including interpreting statutes (including the Solicitors Act 1974, Administration of Justice Act 1985, and Legal Services Act 2007), delegated legislation and procedures, and how they practically apply to the work of the SRA. You will help to provide innovative solutions to complex legal problems, touching on a variety of areas of law. This may include drafting new professional rules and guidance and advising on the SRA's own operations. You will work closely with our team members and others across the organisation, as well as with external stakeholders including external counsel and solicitors. You will supervise, mentor and coach others in the team, encouraging a high-performance culture by sharing knowledge and expertise across the team and wider business. In the future there may also be the opportunity to line manage other lawyers in the team. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who is proactive, has a high level of attention to detail and can demonstrate a track record of delivering quality results. What we are looking for Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX lawyer, admitted in England and Wales Experience of providing high quality strategic regulatory/public law advice and drafting in an equivalent regulatory and / or public law environment Track record of leading and delivering solutions, taking accountability for the successful and timely resolution of very complex issues Understanding of SRA objectives, key deliverables and how to connect this with the political landscape Pragmatic and able to work collaboratively with legal and non-legal colleagues, including at senior level Useful and additional information There is a full role profile attached to the bottom of this advert on our website. The General Counsel Advice team primarily based in our Birmingham offices. We are recruiting for this role in our Birmingham and London offices. This is a hybrid role. You will be based in the office nearest to your location, with the expectation of working 1-2 days a week in the office and the remainder of the week from home. If based in London, regular travel will be required to our Headquarters office in Birmingham. We welcome applicants who may be looking to achieve a balance between their personal and professional life. We are looking to appoint on a full-time basis (35 hours per week), however will consider candidates seeking part time work. The team has a variety of working patterns, including compressed hours, and we would be happy to talk about flexible working. If you have any questions about the role or location or scope to work flexibly, please contact us. To apply Please click 'apply' to complete the online application form and upload a CV and cover letter, addressing how you meet the requirements of the role, in particular what is highlighted in the 'what we are looking for' section. To find out more about the recruitment and selection process and how to make the most of your application, please visit our jobs pages. Closing date for applications is 19 January 2026 at 09:00. We encourage any interested applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may choose to close the application period early if sufficient applications are received. Shortlisting and interview process will take place during February 2026
Jan 10, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a Senior Lawyer to join our General Counsel Advice team. This is a hybrid role working from home and in our Birmingham or London Office. What's in it for me Work in a fast-paced environment at the forefront of legal services regulation; supporting the delivery of the SRA's strategic objectives Deal with intellectually challenging matters in a complex legal framework Support the regulation of the profession, protecting and promoting the public interest, and help shape and implement our responses to new challenges Work on a variety of projects with teams across the SRA, using problem solving and analytical thinking to solve legal and practical problems A broad and varied workload, with a core focus on public law and regulatory policy development Advise colleagues from across the business on a whole range of discrete legal issues affecting the business, working within a close knit, friendly and supportive team The team The General Counsel Advice team is part of the General Counsel Directorate within the SRA. It is responsible for the provision of legal advice (apart from enforcement and employment law matters) to the SRA, staff, operational units and senior management. The team plays a major role in providing strategic advice on a wide range of regulatory policy development projects for the SRA. It also provides support to the wider organisation and the operations of the SRA, dealing with legal issues and queries which arise. In recent years has played a key role in: The development and implementation of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination including policy and operational matters Advising on the impact of recent and ongoing activity in the space of sanctions and anti-money laundering Our most recent consultation on "Protecting the client money that solicitors hold" Supporting the development of changes to our regulatory arrangements including the implementation of new fining powers and the creation of the new rules and guidance related to wellbeing at work Mazur v Charles Russell Speechlys , a high profile case which looked at the work a non- authorised individual is able to undertake. The role As a Senior Lawyer (Senior Legal Adviser as the role is known internally) in the General Counsel Advice team, you will provide high quality, effective and timely advice on queries received by the team. This will include advising upon the legal obligations and regulatory powers available to the organisation, including interpreting statutes (including the Solicitors Act 1974, Administration of Justice Act 1985, and Legal Services Act 2007), delegated legislation and procedures, and how they practically apply to the work of the SRA. You will help to provide innovative solutions to complex legal problems, touching on a variety of areas of law. This may include drafting new professional rules and guidance and advising on the SRA's own operations. You will work closely with our team members and others across the organisation, as well as with external stakeholders including external counsel and solicitors. You will supervise, mentor and coach others in the team, encouraging a high-performance culture by sharing knowledge and expertise across the team and wider business. In the future there may also be the opportunity to line manage other lawyers in the team. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who is proactive, has a high level of attention to detail and can demonstrate a track record of delivering quality results. What we are looking for Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX lawyer, admitted in England and Wales Experience of providing high quality strategic regulatory/public law advice and drafting in an equivalent regulatory and / or public law environment Track record of leading and delivering solutions, taking accountability for the successful and timely resolution of very complex issues Understanding of SRA objectives, key deliverables and how to connect this with the political landscape Pragmatic and able to work collaboratively with legal and non-legal colleagues, including at senior level Useful and additional information There is a full role profile attached to the bottom of this advert on our website. The General Counsel Advice team primarily based in our Birmingham offices. We are recruiting for this role in our Birmingham and London offices. This is a hybrid role. You will be based in the office nearest to your location, with the expectation of working 1-2 days a week in the office and the remainder of the week from home. If based in London, regular travel will be required to our Headquarters office in Birmingham. We welcome applicants who may be looking to achieve a balance between their personal and professional life. We are looking to appoint on a full-time basis (35 hours per week), however will consider candidates seeking part time work. The team has a variety of working patterns, including compressed hours, and we would be happy to talk about flexible working. If you have any questions about the role or location or scope to work flexibly, please contact us. To apply Please click 'apply' to complete the online application form and upload a CV and cover letter, addressing how you meet the requirements of the role, in particular what is highlighted in the 'what we are looking for' section. To find out more about the recruitment and selection process and how to make the most of your application, please visit our jobs pages. Closing date for applications is 19 January 2026 at 09:00. We encourage any interested applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may choose to close the application period early if sufficient applications are received. Shortlisting and interview process will take place during February 2026
Join our Technical Team and play a key role in shaping the future of legal regulation. As a Regulatory Adviser (internally known as Technical Adviser) within our Authorisation team, you'll provide expert legal and regulatory advice across the organisation. Authorisation is one of the SRA's largest operational teams, responsible for admitting and authorising firms and individuals, managing the annual practising certificate renewal, and handling over 170,000 applications each year. In this role, you will: Review advice requests/documents to deliver high-quality decisions, reports, and advice, using your extensive knowledge of regulation and statute Mentor and coach colleagues, influencing risk-based decision-making and regulatory approaches Design and deliver technical training and contribute to policy development Work on diverse projects, from implementing new regulations to producing documents that withstand legal scrutiny before tribunals and courts. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your regulatory expertise, shape policy, and support the profession as part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team. What we can offer: Capability to sign off low, medium and high-risk matters Opportunity to positively influence colleagues through training and mentoring Development of your legal regulatory skills to understand and implement the widest range of regulations used for the profession in the organisation Chance to develop an emotionally intelligent approach to effective regulation Work with staff and stakeholders of all levels across the organisation Additional 3% of annual basic salary for you to choose the benefits that best suit your lifestyle and personal situation Pension - We will contribute 1 - 2 times your contribution, up to 12.25%. So, if you contribute 7%, you will enjoy the maximum combined contribution of 19.25% 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and buy/sell/save holiday trading scheme £25 contribution to a monthly health and wellbeing portal. The portal provides access to more than 5,000 products, experiences and services. Some options available include gym membership, National Trust membership, music lessons, tennis lessons, massages, nutrition, life coaching, fertility support, financial support and much more Access to employee discount vouchers for savings on High Street brands, travel and supermarkets Life Assurance cover of 4 times basic salary. What we are looking for A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Lawyer with experience of working in private practice, or in house Ability to communicate effectively at all levels Excellent understanding of regulatory and operational risk A track record of managing, delivering solutions, and taking responsibility for the successful resolution of complex issues Resilience with the ability to adapt and work in a constantly changing innovative environment A proactive problem solver and judgement maker The ability to use high level emotional intelligence to build relationships, coach and mentor others to bring out the best in them. Useful and additional information: To enable a greater understanding of the role. There is a day in the life of a Regulatory Adviser and full role profile attached to the bottom of this advert. This is a hybrid role and will be based in our Birmingham office one to two days a week, and from home the rest of the week Interviews are expected to take place 29-30 January 2026. If you have any questions that are not in this advert or on our website, please contact us via. To apply Please use the apply button at the bottom of the advert. Please upload a CV and cover letter providing examples against the criteria listed above within the 'What we are looking for' section and address how your knowledge, skills and experience relate to the role requirements. Please keep answers to 400 words or less for each criteria. To find out more about the recruitment and selection process and how to make the most of your application, please visit our jobs pages. To find out more about what it is like to work at SRA, view our videos. Closing date for applications is Wednesday 21 January 2026 at 23:55.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Join our Technical Team and play a key role in shaping the future of legal regulation. As a Regulatory Adviser (internally known as Technical Adviser) within our Authorisation team, you'll provide expert legal and regulatory advice across the organisation. Authorisation is one of the SRA's largest operational teams, responsible for admitting and authorising firms and individuals, managing the annual practising certificate renewal, and handling over 170,000 applications each year. In this role, you will: Review advice requests/documents to deliver high-quality decisions, reports, and advice, using your extensive knowledge of regulation and statute Mentor and coach colleagues, influencing risk-based decision-making and regulatory approaches Design and deliver technical training and contribute to policy development Work on diverse projects, from implementing new regulations to producing documents that withstand legal scrutiny before tribunals and courts. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your regulatory expertise, shape policy, and support the profession as part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team. What we can offer: Capability to sign off low, medium and high-risk matters Opportunity to positively influence colleagues through training and mentoring Development of your legal regulatory skills to understand and implement the widest range of regulations used for the profession in the organisation Chance to develop an emotionally intelligent approach to effective regulation Work with staff and stakeholders of all levels across the organisation Additional 3% of annual basic salary for you to choose the benefits that best suit your lifestyle and personal situation Pension - We will contribute 1 - 2 times your contribution, up to 12.25%. So, if you contribute 7%, you will enjoy the maximum combined contribution of 19.25% 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and buy/sell/save holiday trading scheme £25 contribution to a monthly health and wellbeing portal. The portal provides access to more than 5,000 products, experiences and services. Some options available include gym membership, National Trust membership, music lessons, tennis lessons, massages, nutrition, life coaching, fertility support, financial support and much more Access to employee discount vouchers for savings on High Street brands, travel and supermarkets Life Assurance cover of 4 times basic salary. What we are looking for A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Lawyer with experience of working in private practice, or in house Ability to communicate effectively at all levels Excellent understanding of regulatory and operational risk A track record of managing, delivering solutions, and taking responsibility for the successful resolution of complex issues Resilience with the ability to adapt and work in a constantly changing innovative environment A proactive problem solver and judgement maker The ability to use high level emotional intelligence to build relationships, coach and mentor others to bring out the best in them. Useful and additional information: To enable a greater understanding of the role. There is a day in the life of a Regulatory Adviser and full role profile attached to the bottom of this advert. This is a hybrid role and will be based in our Birmingham office one to two days a week, and from home the rest of the week Interviews are expected to take place 29-30 January 2026. If you have any questions that are not in this advert or on our website, please contact us via. To apply Please use the apply button at the bottom of the advert. Please upload a CV and cover letter providing examples against the criteria listed above within the 'What we are looking for' section and address how your knowledge, skills and experience relate to the role requirements. Please keep answers to 400 words or less for each criteria. To find out more about the recruitment and selection process and how to make the most of your application, please visit our jobs pages. To find out more about what it is like to work at SRA, view our videos. Closing date for applications is Wednesday 21 January 2026 at 23:55.
We are looking to recruit a number of experienced policy professionals to support our policy development at Policy Manager and Policy Associate level . This advert relates to the Policy Manager role. Visit the SRA jobs page if you would like to find out more about the Policy Associate role to decide which one may be most suited to your skills and interest. These policy roles, part of our Consumer Policy Directorate, will support work in evolving and high-profile areas of work, including addressing serious issues in the high-volume consumer claims market. The Policy Manager role The Policy Manager role is a senior role which carries significant responsibilities. We are looking for policy experts who thrive on juggling competing priorities and are able to lead policy development in areas outside of their expertise. In the role of Policy Manager, you will lead the development, delivery and implementation of key policies likely to improve the legal services market in England and Wales. The work will be diverse and fast paced and often high profile. From considering how our regulation can promote access to justice for different people and businesses, to helping to develop and implement our policy positions on high-volume consumer claims, making sure our requirements strike the right balance between minimising regulatory burdens, while protecting consumers from harm. You will need to have a clear understanding of the SRA's regulatory purpose and approach and of the range of available regulatory tools. You will use policy techniques, engagement, and strong project management skills to lead policy development on complex issues which may be unfamiliar. You will ensure that the importance of an evidence base and the values of equality, diversity and inclusion thread throughout. As part of your role, you will produce and present well-written reports, consultation papers, policy documents and board papers. You will provide specialist advice, support and briefings on complex policy issues within the SRA and externally. Working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, you will be confident in establishing influential relationships and will have the credibility to contribute effectively in external debate. As a member of the SRA's leadership team, you will promote the SRA's culture, values, policies and ways of working and will lead pieces of work as well as having opportunities to matrix line manage. What's in it for you: Lead major policy projects from design to implementation Gain exposure to high profile stakeholders Enjoy an environment that values equality, diversity and inclusion What we are looking for: Experience of leading high profile policy projects, using robust project management techniques to develop and implement a range of approaches to policy problems. Understanding of the regulatory context and how this shapes approaches to regulation in the legal sector Ability to build influential relationships with senior level internal and external stakeholders A strong decision maker, with ability to produce practical and clear conclusions to complex issues. Ability to produce a range of documents to an exceptional standard, including board papers and consultations documents Ability to work at pace to challenging deadlines, juggling a number of competing priorities Experience in any of consumer policy, financial services or legal services would be desirable Useful and additional information There is a full role profile attached to the bottom of this advert on our website. If you have any questions that aren't in this advert or on our website, please contact us via We are recruiting for this role in our Birmingham, Cardiff, and London offices. You will be based in the office nearest to your location, with the expectation of working two days a week in the office and the remainder of the week from home. You may be required to travel between our offices as well as to other sites for meetings with stakeholders or attendance at specific events. The salary offer for this role is £62,419 for Birmingham and Cardiff based and £68,661 for London based. To apply Please click 'apply' to complete the online application form and upload a CV and cover letter, addressing how you meet the requirements outlined in this advert and the attached role profile. Closing date for applications is 11 January at 23:55. Interviews are expected to take place from week commencing 26 January.
Jan 05, 2026
Full time
We are looking to recruit a number of experienced policy professionals to support our policy development at Policy Manager and Policy Associate level . This advert relates to the Policy Manager role. Visit the SRA jobs page if you would like to find out more about the Policy Associate role to decide which one may be most suited to your skills and interest. These policy roles, part of our Consumer Policy Directorate, will support work in evolving and high-profile areas of work, including addressing serious issues in the high-volume consumer claims market. The Policy Manager role The Policy Manager role is a senior role which carries significant responsibilities. We are looking for policy experts who thrive on juggling competing priorities and are able to lead policy development in areas outside of their expertise. In the role of Policy Manager, you will lead the development, delivery and implementation of key policies likely to improve the legal services market in England and Wales. The work will be diverse and fast paced and often high profile. From considering how our regulation can promote access to justice for different people and businesses, to helping to develop and implement our policy positions on high-volume consumer claims, making sure our requirements strike the right balance between minimising regulatory burdens, while protecting consumers from harm. You will need to have a clear understanding of the SRA's regulatory purpose and approach and of the range of available regulatory tools. You will use policy techniques, engagement, and strong project management skills to lead policy development on complex issues which may be unfamiliar. You will ensure that the importance of an evidence base and the values of equality, diversity and inclusion thread throughout. As part of your role, you will produce and present well-written reports, consultation papers, policy documents and board papers. You will provide specialist advice, support and briefings on complex policy issues within the SRA and externally. Working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, you will be confident in establishing influential relationships and will have the credibility to contribute effectively in external debate. As a member of the SRA's leadership team, you will promote the SRA's culture, values, policies and ways of working and will lead pieces of work as well as having opportunities to matrix line manage. What's in it for you: Lead major policy projects from design to implementation Gain exposure to high profile stakeholders Enjoy an environment that values equality, diversity and inclusion What we are looking for: Experience of leading high profile policy projects, using robust project management techniques to develop and implement a range of approaches to policy problems. Understanding of the regulatory context and how this shapes approaches to regulation in the legal sector Ability to build influential relationships with senior level internal and external stakeholders A strong decision maker, with ability to produce practical and clear conclusions to complex issues. Ability to produce a range of documents to an exceptional standard, including board papers and consultations documents Ability to work at pace to challenging deadlines, juggling a number of competing priorities Experience in any of consumer policy, financial services or legal services would be desirable Useful and additional information There is a full role profile attached to the bottom of this advert on our website. If you have any questions that aren't in this advert or on our website, please contact us via We are recruiting for this role in our Birmingham, Cardiff, and London offices. You will be based in the office nearest to your location, with the expectation of working two days a week in the office and the remainder of the week from home. You may be required to travel between our offices as well as to other sites for meetings with stakeholders or attendance at specific events. The salary offer for this role is £62,419 for Birmingham and Cardiff based and £68,661 for London based. To apply Please click 'apply' to complete the online application form and upload a CV and cover letter, addressing how you meet the requirements outlined in this advert and the attached role profile. Closing date for applications is 11 January at 23:55. Interviews are expected to take place from week commencing 26 January.
