Ethics Adviser (Solicitor)

Ethics Adviser (Solicitor)

Posted 1 day ago by Solicitors Regulation Authority on JobServe

Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Birmingham, UK

Summary: The Ethics Adviser (Solicitor) role involves providing expert guidance on the rules governing solicitors' conduct, assisting the legal services sector in applying these rules. The position requires delivering risk-based advice through various communication channels and participating in regulatory decision-making processes. Candidates will also have opportunities to develop specialist expertise and contribute to enhancing the team's impact. This role is ideal for those who enjoy problem-solving and delivering high-quality customer service within a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide expert technical and professional guidance on solicitors' conduct rules.
  • Deliver risk-based guidance to the profession via telephone, correspondence, and webchat.
  • Participate in the regulatory decision-making process regarding applications to waive SRA rules.
  • Develop specialist expertise in specific areas of the SRA's rules.
  • Support the team's mission to enhance its positive impact and service to the profession.
  • Manage a variety of queries and deliver practical, consistent, and accurate guidance.
  • Contribute to projects that improve the team's service and reputation.

Key Skills:

  • Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEX Lawyer with relevant experience.
  • Excellent retention of large volumes of information under time constraints.
  • Strong understanding of regulations and the law.
  • Proven ability to analyze complex factual cases and extract critical information.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Enthusiastic and committed to providing expert technical and professional advice.
  • Competent judgment-making skills.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Birmingham

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other