Assistant Solicitor – Regulatory & Health & Safety (Manchester)

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Assistant Solicitor to join our specialist regulatory team in Manchester. Working closely with Partners David Rainey and Nick Gianferrari, you will support complex health & safety, regulatory and inquest matters from the initial incident through to resolution.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse prosecution evidence and assess implications for clients.
• Draft witness statements, review client evidence and prepare defence bundles.
• Collate, organise and summarise case materials for senior lawyers.
• Liaise with courts, coroners, regulators (HSE, CQC, Police) and external experts.
• Attend interviews under caution, inquests and trials alongside counsel.
• Conduct legal and regulatory research, including HSE guidelines.
• Review medical records, post‑mortem reports, transcripts and CCTV evidence.
• Coordinate meetings, site visits and expert appointments while supporting clients in high‑pressure situations.

Required profile

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 1 year of experience in health & safety or regulatory law.
• Experience in criminal law and inquests, preferably within care‑home settings.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Detail‑focused and confident using case‑management systems.
• Strong communicator able to build rapport with clients and stakeholders.
• Calm, resilient and professional under pressure.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive, flexible approach.
• Empathetic when dealing with clients facing difficult circumstances.

Required skills

• Proficiency with case‑management software.
• Advanced IT and research skills.

What we offer

• Work alongside highly respected partners on high‑profile cases.
• Hands‑on experience from day one in a specialist area of law.
• Supportive, team‑oriented culture with mentoring and training.
• Opportunity to develop strong client relationships.