Full time

Regulatory Solicitor (Head of Department)

eNL

Birmingham, B2 5SN

Competitive

Posted: 09 October 2026 (Yesterday)

Closing date: 08 November 2026

Ref: 61107482

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About the Role

This senior appointment as Regulatory Solicitor (Head of Department) in Birmingham offers a strategic opening within a national law firm. The successful lawyer will shape and expand a regulatory practice, drawing on an established client following and market contacts. Responsibilities include developing relationships, identifying commercial prospects and building a platform for sustained growth. Full-time, competitive salary. Candidates should demonstrate leadership, business development capability and technical expertise across regulatory matters. The position suits a partner-level professional ready to direct a department and drive its long-term success.

Head of Regulatory | Birmingham | National Law Firm | Partner Level
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an established Regulatory Partner to take the lead on the development and growth of a regulatory practice in Birmingham for a national law firm.
This is a strategic appointment for a well-connected lawyer with a strong client following and established contacts across the market. The firm is looking for someone who can bring both the relationships and commercial drive needed to develop the practice, build on existing opportunities and establish a strong platform for future growth.
The Opportunity
You will take a leading role in shaping the direction of the regulatory offering, developing client relationships and identifying new opportunities to grow the practice. Working alongside colleagues across the wider firm, you will have the opportunity to raise the team's profile, strengthen its market position and contribute to the firm's broader strategic ambitions.
This is a role for someone who enjoys building a practice, developing relationships and taking a proactive approach to business development.
The Role
Lead and develop the regulatory practice in Birmingham, setting the strategy for future growth.
Manage a varied regulatory caseload, advising clients on complex and commercially sensitive matters.
Develop new business opportunities and build on an established network of client and professional contacts.
Strengthen existing client relationships and identify opportunities to expand the firm's offering.
Work collaboratively with other practice areas to generate cross-referrals and develop wider client relationships.
Build the profile of the team within the Birmingham market and across the firm's national network.
Play an active role in the development of the wider practice, including future recruitment and team growth.
The Candidate
Applications are invited from established Regulatory Partners or senior regulatory lawyers with a strong track record of business development and the ambition to lead a growing practice.
You will have:
A strong background in regulatory law and the ability to advise on complex matters.
An established client following and demonstrable contacts within the market — both are essential.
A proven ability to generate work and develop long-term client relationships.
The commercial acumen and strategic vision to grow a practice.
The credibility and leadership skills to develop a team and work effectively at partnership level.
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to take ownership of a regulatory offering within a national law firm, with the scope to influence strategy, develop the client base and build a practice around your own commercial ambitions.
For an established regulatory lawyer with the right contacts, following and appetite for growth, this could be a compelling next move.
For a confidential discussion, please get in touch to find out more. Penny Trotman on 0121 454 1004 or penny.trotman@enllegal.co.uk