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    Senior Solicitor - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Brodies

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    As a UK law firm headquartered in Scotland, we believe that the experiences and perspectives of a diverse workforce that reflects our communities, and the clients we serve, allows us to see the world through many lenses.

    Senior Solicitor/Associate PQE+) - Risk, Government and Compliance (RGC)
    We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our market leading Risk, Government and Compliance team.
    Our RGC team includes the leading lawyers in Scotland on regulatory, criminal and public law.

    Our expertise includes providing regulatory and compliance advice to clients, conducting internal investigations, supporting clients facing investigation by regulators, and representing clients in court proceedings.

    Our areas of specialism include Financial Crime, Sanctions and Export Controls, Anti-Money Laundering, Health & Safety law, Environmental law, Public law, and Competition law.

    We are ranked top tier/band 1 for the work we do by the legal directories (Chambers & Partners and Legal 500).

    The successful applicant will support the team in acting for our large and varied client base which includes commercial clients in the UK and overseas.

    The successful applicant will be expected to handle a varied workload covering all areas in which the team is active, with appropriate support and instruction from senior members of the team.

    Opportunities will be available to develop personal advocacy skills including the potential in the longer term for entry into Brodies' Solicitor Advocacy Unit.

    Experience of one or more of our practice areas is not essential, however a genuine enthusiasm and interest in regulatory and criminal law is a must.

    Creating, developing and analysing complex legal arguments.
    Liaising effectively with clients in explaining and discussing complex legal issues.

    Carrying out all preparations appropriate for court appearances, demonstrating research skills and the ability to construct and understand legal arguments.

    Developing your own understanding of and expertise in the areas of law and practice relevant to the team's work, through both working with senior team members and taking the initiative yourself.

    Supporting the development of the team's internal and external profile including working with senior team members to grow the practice including, but not limited to, our Competition law practice.

    Be aware of Brodies' information security policies, and protect information assets from unauthorised access, disclosure, modification, destruction or interference at all times.

    Applicants should demonstrate a keen interest and enthusiasm for working on public law and regulatory matters.
    Takes personal responsibility to keep legal knowledge up to date.
    Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills, particularly in explaining complex legal issues.
    Committed to keeping up to date on changes in law and developments in practice areas.
    Commercial and profit focus.

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