Junior Associate

Description:

Junior Associate / Associate (0–2 PQE) – Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) Regulatory

📍 Manchester

The Opportunity

You will become part of a collaborative and supportive team of 16 fee earners, working on a highly varied and often high-profile caseload. This role offers a unique opportunity to practise criminal defence within a corporate environment, while developing a niche specialism in regulatory crime.

You’ll be involved in cases from initial investigation through to court proceedings, including:
 

• Corporate manslaughter
• Health & Safety prosecutions
• Environmental crime
• Fire safety and food safety matters
• Motor prosecutions
• Representation at Coroners’ Court
   

You will work with a broad mix of corporate and insurer-backed clients nationwide, gaining exposure to complex and impactful matters.

About The Team
 

• Recognised by Chambers & Partners and Legal 500 for Health & Safety and Environmental law
• One of the UK’s largest SHE teams
• Known for handling challenging, high-profile work
• A strong focus on training, development, and career progression
   

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates with 0–2 years PQE (guideline only), with experience or a strong interest in:
 

• Health & Safety
• Environmental crime
• Motor crime
• Fire safety
   

You Will Also Demonstrate
 

• A bright, ambitious, and proactive mindset
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• A genuine interest in complex legal issues and regulatory crime
• Commitment to delivering high-quality client service
   

✅ Travel: Willingness to travel across England & Wales

Why Join Us?
 

• Be part of a market-leading, award-winning team
• Develop a specialist and highly sought-after skillset
• Work in a modern, flexible working environment
• Benefit from ongoing training and investment in your development