Job Description

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Work for a place that works for you...

At Stephens Scown, every day is what we make it. So we make it matter. Doing notable work for notable clients. Building our skills with talented people. Making our mark on our communities. Being a force for good.


We don't just say it, we live it. Our commitment to our people, clients and communities runs through our DNA. We are employee-owned, we are a Certified B CorporationTM, and we ranked in the 100 Best Companies to Work For in the UK list for seven consecutive years.


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The Role

At Stephens Scown, we're looking for a talented Regulatory Enforcement & Compliance Solicitor to join a growing team. If you have experience in regulatory or criminal enforcement work and a genuine interest in building client relationships and business opportunities, we want to hear from you.


You'll work on a wide range of contentious regulatory matters, supporting clients in a wide range of sectors involved in business and reputation-critical situations. Your work will include:


Advising clients on regulatory investigations, including those involving the HSE, EA, Food Standards Agency and Trading Standards Supporting clients following an incident or accident and with interviews under caution an internal investigation Providing compliance and risk management advice Working on contentious matters alongside our Commercial Disputes team, offering well-rounded litigation support Developing a profile within the market by identifying and pursuing new client opportunities Collaborating closely with colleagues across the firm to deliver integrated legal solutions
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About You

A qualified solicitor (0-4 years PQE) with experience in regulatory or criminal enforcement A strong understanding of investigation, enforcement processes, and criminal procedure Exposure to or interest in commercial disputes/litigation Excellent communication, analytical, and client care skills A genuine interest in business development and growing long-term client relationships A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a desire to build a career in regulatory law
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What we can offer you

We offer a competitive salary and an impressive array of benefits and rewards. Not least of these is through the Firm's employee-ownership status, where every employee is listened to, helps to realise our vision and receives an equal share in our annual profit-share. Our hybrid working model and approach to flexible working enables our people to share their working time between home and the office to support a healthy work / life balance. Clear and advanced career progression opportunities, with structured support to help you achieve your professional goal. View a full list of our benefits- including 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and your birthday), private medical insurance, group life assurance, access to a comprehensive range of wellbeing support, and three additional days' paid leave to support good causes. Progression opportunities - including, regular training, qualification options, mentorship, and continued professional development.
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Why Stephens Scown?

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Being Great Matters...

Working here is something else entirely. It's a place where we can step up to tough challenges with people so good they inspire us to be better. We proudly work in a beautiful part of the country, go beyond expectations and achieve things that matter.


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Owning It Matters...

We're the UK's first major employee-owned law firm. But more than this, we're people-centred, people-powered. We do what it takes to help each other overcome every challenge. Whatever's happening in the world, empowering our people is what matters.


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Doing Good Matters...

Our communities and colleagues give us a lot to be thankful for. So we try to make them feel as valued as our clients. Whether we're digging deep and giving our time and money, picking up rubbish from our streets and beaches, at Stephens Scown, if it's right, it matters.


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Having Fun Matters...

Outside our offices there's not a skyscraper in sight. Whether we're getting to know our clients on our local beach or having fun in the park with colleagues, we're all about living a life enriched by work. Making the fun matter.


Apply for this position

If this sounds like you and you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please send your application by email (quoting your current or last salary) enclosing an up to date CV to humanresources@stephens-scown.co.uk or by post to: HR Department, Stephens Scown LLP, Curzon House, Southernhay West, Exeter, EX1 1RS



Commercial Dispute Resolution
Full Time
Exeter or Taunton
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive