Job Description

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions - we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

The RSM UK In-House Legal Team enjoys a varied and dynamic workload, supporting RSM by proactively resolving legal, regulatory and risk management issues and driving commercial improvements. The Team currently comprises 11 lawyers and 2 paralegals and has dedicated administrative support.


We are looking for a Legal Counsel within the disputes side of the In-House Legal Team, based in the London or Manchester offices and reporting to the Head of Dispute Resolution.


You will work with RSM's Audit, Tax and Consulting Service Lines, as well as Core Functions, to help manage risk and advise on wide-ranging issues. You will have the opportunity to work closely with RSM's senior management on specific issues and longer-term projects.



You'll make an impact by:

Advising on and handling claims, drafting pre-action correspondence, preserving material/collation of evidence and managing each claim to its conclusion. Responding to regulatory inquiries and providing strategic legal input on matters involving bodies such as the FRC, FCA and ICAEW. Advising on issues such as Production Orders, Schedule 36 notices, anti-money laundering compliance, UK GDPR and FOIA requests, and advising on and undertaking internal investigations. Identifying learnings and sharing knowledge to improve processes and protect the business.

What we are looking for:

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here's what we're looking for in our ideal candidate:



Approximately 5-10 years of post-qualification experience.

Strong experience handling high-value, complex litigation and/or contentious regulatory matters, either in private practice or in an in-house role.

Technically strong and able to form well-reasoned arguments and apply knowledge/analytical skills to new scenarios.

Forms a deep commercial awareness of the firm's strategy and activities and uses that awareness to add value and to support the success of the business.

What we can offer you:

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That's why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

Hybrid and Flexible working. 27 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days). Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP. Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team.



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Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.