In-house Solicitor (5+ years')

Job Description

A leading UK law firm is seeking an in-house solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE to join its In-House Legal team. The successful candidate will work on regulatory compliance, contract governance, legal risk, and internal legal support across the business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., Law Society of Scotland, SRA)
• Monitoring legal and regulatory changes and advising the business accordingly
• Assisting with internal legal process improvements and risk management
• Drafting and reviewing policies and procedures
• Handling quality assurance and internal audit matters
• Reviewing and negotiating client and supplier contracts
• Developing expertise in data protection and contributing to training programmes

The ideal candidate will:

• Have strong drafting and communication skills
• Take a pragmatic and commercial approach
• Communicate confidently with colleagues and stakeholders
• Be a quick learner with excellent attention to detail
• Work independently, managing competing priorities and deadlines
• Be interested in the wider business operations beyond legal services

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with various teams across the firm and to gain broad experience in in-house legal matters.

Pease contact Melissa Tang at G2 Legal for a confidential discussion or apply with an up-to-date CV. T: 0131 278 0000 | E: Melissa.Tang@g2legal.com