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We are seeking a highly skilled Head of Data Science to lead our growing team of data scientists and analysts. This is a pivotal role, shaping how we use advanced analytics, predictive modelling and data-driven insight to inform decision-making across the SRA. You will set the strategic direction for the team, ensuring that their work underpins our regulatory priorities and helps us deliver meaningful impact in the legal services sector. What's in it for you Work in a rapidly evolving sector, offering an exciting opportunity to showcase and implement innovative ideas Support the regulation of the legal profession, protecting and promoting the public interest, and help shape and implement our responses to new challenges Showcase your technical, and leadership skills - leading a dedicated team of data scientists and data analysts The role As Head of Data Science, you will be responsible for planning and delivering the team's contribution to our business plan and strategic priorities. You will provide expert technical leadership, guiding the design and application of advanced statistical and machine learning techniques, while ensuring outputs are of the highest quality and relevance. A key part of your role will be to translate complex analysis into accessible insights that support evidence-led regulatory decisions. Collaboration will be central to the role. You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation and with external stakeholders, building strong partnerships to maximise the impact of our analytical work. You will play an important role in identifying opportunities where data science can add value, helping to manage risk, and producing clear, persuasive outputs that inform decisions at the highest level. You will also focus on developing and enhancing the capability of the team. By providing coaching, mentoring and technical leadership, you will create an environment where colleagues are supported to grow, encouraged to innovate, and empowered to deliver their best work. You will foster a culture of inclusivity, responsiveness and high performance, ensuring the team continues to deliver against strategic priorities. What we are looking for Degree or equivalent experience in statistics, social science, physics or other relevant discipline, coupled with research experience or post-graduate qualification in quantitative discipline Expert use of standard statistical tools e.g. R/Python and relevant associated libraries Deep expertise in building and maintaining AI and machine learning models, including use of deep learning, natural language processing, and LLMs. Ability to produce reasoned, defensible analysis that can be relied upon to determine regulatory action, and the allocation of regulatory resources Demonstrable leadership capabilities, including technical guidance of skilled professionals and driving performance development Useful and additional information Full Role Profile can be found at the bottom of the advert on our website. We operate on a hybrid working model which means working 2 days in the office and the rest of the week from home. The role can be based from any of our Birmingham, London or Cardiff offices. The role will require regular travel to both the London and Birmingham offices where Data Science and many of the key stakeholders are based. The salary range we offer for this role is £64,000 - £70,000 depending on relevant knowledge, skills and experience. A 10% London weighting will apply to the salary if applicable. If you have any questions that are not answered in the advert or on our website, or would like to have a confidential chat you can contact us via: . To apply Please click 'apply' to complete the online application form and upload a CV and cover letter, addressing how you meet the requirements of the role. Your Cover Letter should be no longer than 2 pages. To find out more about the recruitment and selection process and how to make the most of your application, please visit our jobs pages. Closing date for applications is 13 October 2025.

The SRA is the independent regulator of solicitors and law firms in England and Wales. We regulate in the public interest to ensure solicitors and law firms adhere to high professional standards, to take action against those who fail to comply with their regulatory obligations and to protect the public against risk. The in-house Legal & Enforcement team at the SRA deals with contentious regulatory proceedings before the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal and other related litigation. It also provides legal advice and case direction to our investigation teams and other internal teams at the SRA The role This is a great opportunity to join our Legal and Enforcement team as a Case Manager, leading a team of Paralegals and Legal Advisers. As a Case Manager, you will be proactive in your approach to work and have the chance to showcase your leadership skills to motivate and develop a high performing team. You will also require strong technical skills to provide regular case direction to your team and lead them to deliver outcomes in the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal and related litigation as well as providing robust, timely legal and regulatory advice to colleagues. Working with all levels of the internal management team you will provide regular case updates/reviews to senior managers especially in relation to high profile, complex and sensitive matters. You will work closely with key external stakeholders including the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal and Panel Solicitors. The successful candidate will have experience of managing a team and will be competent in performance and financial management. You will also have previous experience of conducting complex litigation or regulatory investigations and carrying out detailed case analysis. What is in it for you: Opportunity to work at the heart of a cutting-edge legal regulator, dealing with high profile and serious cases. Lead and manage a team of lawyers to deliver quality outcomes on all cases in an operational environment. Showcase your legal expertise, providing advice and guidance to your team members and working on your own case holding of regulatory and public law matters. The opportunity to engage with senior members of our leadership team and external stakeholders. Interact with teams and departments across the organisation building strong working relationships. What we are looking for: A solicitor, barrister or Chartered Legal Executive qualified to practice in England and Wales. Experience of detailed case analysis, legal drafting and either conducting complex litigation or regulatory investigations Experience of motivating, managing and coaching a team of professionals in a legal services or regulatory environment Track record of leading and delivering solutions, taking responsibility and accountability for the successful resolution of very complex issues Pro-active approach to cases and projects Understanding of SRA objectives Useful and additional information Please see the attached Role Profile for more detailed information on the role and requirements. The role is offered on a hybrid basis. It is predominantly home-based with attendance at our Birmingham office 1 to 2 days per week. This is a full-time role working 35 hours per week. We are supportive of helping you achieve a balance between your personal and professional life and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements at interview. If you have any questions that aren't in this advert or on our website, please contact us via. To apply Select the apply button at the bottom of the advert. You will need to upload a CV and provide evidence of your knowledge, skills and experience and how they specifically relate to key requirements of the role, in particular what we have highlighted under the 'What we are looking for' section. The responses you provide in the application form will be used to shortlist your application. Answers to each criterion must be no more than 300 words. To find out more about the recruitment and selection process and how to make the most of your application, please visit our jobs pages. To find out more about the recruitment and selection process and how to make the most of your application, please visit our jobs pages. Closing date for applications is 20 October 2025 at 9am GMT. Interviews will take place in the Birmingham office week commencing 03 November 2026.

Investigator (remote) Contract Type Permanent Working Pattern Full time - flexible working may be considered Working Hours 21-35 hours per week Salary £34,000 FTE Location Options Home based Function Type Investigations We are recruiting Investigation Officers in a range of locations, including remote. Both full time and part time roles are available. We receive thousands of reports every year raising allegations of misconduct and regulatory breaches against those we regulate. Investigation Officers (IOs) in our Assessment and Early Resolution (AERT) consider these reports first and decide whether the SRA should investigate further. They make enquiries and gather any further information we need for our analysis, identify any potential breach of our rules and prioritise high risk matters. They then consider the strength and quality of the evidence so far and whether the matter is capable of being evidenced. Sometimes IOs can guide the firm/solicitor to become compliant or change their processes for the future. Taking everything into account, AERT IOs make a decision to close the matter or pass it on further for a full investigation. The work is high volume and fast paced and IOs need a keen eye for detail and an analytical and curious mindset as every case is different. Matters assessed as serious are passed to our investigation teams. Investigation Officers in this team manage a caseload of varying complexity, across a multitude of legal areas. They will analyse detailed information to get to the heart of the matter, and identify and promptly obtain evidence, including witness statements. They will resolve cases through constructive engagement or enforcement action. You can read more about our approach to enforcement here . We are recruiting Investigation Officers for both AERT and our investigation teams. Delivering a positive customer experience is at the heart of what we do. Providing an efficient, high quality and customer-focused service, keeping complainants updated and delivering outcomes verbally and in writing is expected of all our Investigation Officers. What we are looking for Comparable experience of managing cases or undertaking investigations. An ability to gather and analyse information and make sound decisions applying rules, principles, or other decision-making frameworks. significant experience of drafting complex documents or letters to a high, professional standard and engaging with customers via the telephone, building rapport and managing contact. Effective case management skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands and work to stretching targets. A strong mindset and track record for delivering a positive experience for a diverse range of customers and stakeholders both internal and external. Applications are welcome from a wide range of experience and expertise including those with experience of working in the legal profession, other regulators, casework or investigation roles. What's in it for you? Protect the Public and enforce high professional standards by engaging with regulated firms and individuals as well as members of the Public Variety of case holding. No one case is the same. Work collaboratively with other areas of our organisation such as the Legal and Enforcement, Authorisation, Intelligence and Forensic Investigation teams A rolling in-depth training program where you can develop and refine your analysis and investigation skills There are opportunities to develop your career and progress within the department, either in an enhanced investigation role or in a management capacity. We have specialised investigation teams that focus on the most complex and high-profile matters, and when there is a need to intervene into the practice of a firm. Useful and additional information There is a Role Profile, Information Pack, and 'Day in the life of' an Investigation Officer for both teams attached at the bottom of the advert on our website. We are currently advertising this opportunity on a full or part time basis. Please apply according to your preference. Part time hours would allow for 21-35 hours per week, working across 3 days Location: If you do not live within a commutable distance of one of our office locations (Birmingham or London (Bank)) we can offer a home-based contract where you will mostly work from home with the occasional requirement to come into the office. If you live within a commutable distance to one of our offices, you will be offered a hybrid role which means 1-2 days a week in the office and rest of the week from home. Feel free to contact us to discuss your location via: . Please note that we are not accepting applications to this email address. To apply Please use the apply button at the bottom of the advert on our careers page. You will need to upload a CV and provide evidence of your knowledge, skills and experience and how they specifically relate to key requirements of the role. The responses you provide in the application form will be used to shortlist your application. Answers to each criterion must be no more than 300 words. To find out more about the recruitment and selection process and how to make the most of your application, please visit our jobs pages . Closing date for applications is 26 September at 09:00 Assessments will take place 3-5 October Interviews will take place from week of 7 October Previous applicants to this role within the last six months will not be considered. The SRA is the independent regulator of solicitors and law firms in England and Wales, protecting consumers and supporting the rule of law and the administration of justice. We do this by overseeing all education and training requirements necessary to practise as a solicitor, licensing individuals and firms to practise, setting the standards of the profession and regulating and enforcing compliance against these standards. We offer an inclusive, supportive and friendly working environment and the chance to develop your career within a professional organisation. We are committed to the health and wellbeing of staff, helping everyone to strike a good balance between personal and professional life. Additionally, we provide a generous flexible benefits package, including gym membership with a tax only cost, an excellent defined contribution pension scheme and an additional 3% of annual basic salary upon successful completion of probation. Attached Role Profile Investigation Officer Role Profile.pdf - 298KB Supporting Documents Investigation Officer - Information Pack - Sept 2022.docx - 540KB Converted File Investigation Officer - Information Pack - Sept 2022.docx.pdf - 102KB Supporting Documents A day in the life of an Investigation Officer.pdf - 193KB Supporting Documents A day in the life of an Investigation Officer in AERT.pdf - 105KB Vacancy closing date: 26/09/2022, 09:00 The Solicitors Regulation Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Diversity and inclusion is central to everything we do. We are actively committed to promoting and participating in good practice in the way that we attract, recruit and retain staff. Everyone is encouraged to bring their whole self to work because we appreciate the value that a truly diverse workforce brings to an organisation. We celebrate difference, recognising the benefits this brings to our inclusive culture, including age, disability, gender identity and expression, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation and socio economic background. We are a Stonewall Top 100 Employer, a member of ENEI, a disability confident employer and we are happy to talk flexible working.

Public Affairs and Stakeholder Relations Officer Contract Type Permanent Working Pattern Full time Working Hours 35 hours Salary London - £36,805.85. Birmingham - £33,379.50 Location Options Hybrid - home based and Birmingham, Hybrid - home based and London, Old Broad Street Function Type Administration The SRA is looking for a Public Affairs and Stakeholder Relations Officer to engage with the SRA's key stakeholders proactively and strategically. You will develop and maintain productive relationships by listening to, and communicating with, a wide and diverse range of stakeholders. This will aid you to assemble and distribute political information to inform others of the SRA's work. Communications include a weekly political update that shares relevant political and other developments. You will also draft presentations, briefings and speaking notes for the Chair, Chief Executive and members of the Senior Management Team, alongside preparing engaging content for social media and other external communications. What we can offer: The opportunity to write material for briefings, speeches and presentations given by the Chair, Chief Executive, and members of the Senior Management Team An integral role where you will be able to use your proven knowledge within a public affairs environment The opportunity to work closely with colleagues within the Public Affairs and wider External Affairs team ensure the quality and success of stakeholder events Additional 3% of annual basic salary for you to choose the benefits that best suit your lifestyle and personal situation Pension - We will contribute 1 - 2 times your contribution, up to 12.25%. So, if you contribute 7%, you will enjoy the maximum combined contribution of 19.25% Hybrid working consisting of home working and an office presence of one or two days a week in our offices in The Cube in Birmingham or Old Broad Street in London . What we are looking for: Experience of successful stakeholder management, including the ability to develop relationships at all levels and deliver meaningful engagement Knowledge of the UK Parliament and Westminster Experience of drafting presentations, briefings, and other written materials for senior staff First-class written and verbal communication and excellent organisational skills Involvement in the organisation of successful events Ability to deliver high-quality work at pace and prioritise conflicting demands. Useful information There is a role profile attached at the bottom of this advert which details the full skills and experience needed for this role At certain times of the year there maybe requirements to travel/stay overnight. These requirements will be discussed during interview. Our interviews are being conducted virtually and these will be 10, 12 & 13 October. If you are successful, a member of the team will be in contact to let you know the next steps If you have any questions that aren't answered in the advert, or on our website, please contact us via: To apply Select the apply button at the bottom of the advert. Please upload two documents: a CV and cover letter. This gives you the best opportunity to convey your knowledge, skills, and experience and how they specifically relate to the requirements for this role. The SRA is the independent regulator of solicitors and law firms in England and Wales, protecting consumers and supporting the rule of law and the administration of justice. We do this by overseeing all education and training requirements necessary to practise as a solicitor, licensing individuals and firms to practise, setting the standards of the profession and regulating and enforcing compliance against these standards. We offer an inclusive, supportive and friendly working environment and the chance to develop your career within a professional organisation. We are committed to the health and wellbeing of staff, helping everyone to strike a good balance between personal and professional life. Additionally, we provide a generous flexible benefits package, including gym membership with a tax only cost, an excellent defined contribution pension scheme and an additional 3% of annual basic salary upon successful completion of probation. Attached Role Profile Public Affairs and Stakeholder Relations Officer role profile August 2022.docx - 528KB Converted File Public Affairs and Stakeholder Relations Officer role profile August 2022.docx.pdf - 58KB Vacancy closing date: 04/10/2022, 23:55 The Solicitors Regulation Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Diversity and inclusion is central to everything we do. We are actively committed to promoting and participating in good practice in the way that we attract, recruit and retain staff. Everyone is encouraged to bring their whole self to work because we appreciate the value that a truly diverse workforce brings to an organisation. We celebrate difference, recognising the benefits this brings to our inclusive culture, including age, disability, gender identity and expression, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation and socio economic background. We are a Stonewall Top 100 Employer, a member of ENEI, a disability confident employer and we are happy to talk flexible working.

Regulatory Manager Contract Type Permanent Working Pattern Full time - flexible working may be considered Working Hours 35 hours Salary £44,933 per annum Location Options Hybrid - home based and Birmingham Function Type Regulation The role The Thematic Risk Team at the SRA is responsible for undertaking a wide range of thematic projects to consider and address key risks within the legal sector. The aim of the projects is to allow the SRA to better understand those risks and to establish a set of recommendations to address them. This normally results in the production of external reports with the purpose of demonstrating the projects' findings and to minimise poor behaviours and sector risks. Some of these projects can be high profile and impactful in nature. The Team is also expected to engage with its regulated population constructively and proactively. The team is now expanding, and we are looking for two new Regulatory Managers. As a Regulatory Manager, you will work as part of a small but dynamic team proactively identifying sector risks suitable for thematic review. Once a review/project is established you will have proactive engagement with law firms, including partners and senior leaders in those firms. You will carry out visits to firms to understand their approach to the identified risk, collate and analyse information to produce your findings which is shared with the public, the profession and internally within the SRA. Typically, you will be managing 2 projects at a time and each project takes around 6 months. You will bring to the role both an ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member working with like-minded colleagues to share ideas, reviewing thematic risks and plan review projects. This is a senior role at the SRA without line management responsibility. You will have the credibility to represent the SRA and engage with senior stakeholders internally and externally. We welcome applicants from various backgrounds including law, regulation and consultancy. A legal background would be useful but not necessary. This role requires travel across England and Wales to carry out on-site occasionally. What's in it for you? A role where you will drive change within the legal services sector Develop wide reaching relationships at a senior level both internally and externally Be responsible for demonstrating a proactive approach to regulation and engagement within the legal sector Showcase your ability to manage a range of projects from concept to completion What we are looking for Relevant regulatory/legal or professional experience Experience of effectively project managing a project with different demands and stakeholders. Significant experience of influencing and constructively challenging internal and external stakeholders at all levels of seniority. Able to demonstrate personal accountability by taking responsibility and being results-driven. Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to explain complex issues succinctly and with and to write and draft reports Proven experience of operating both autonomously and collaboratively as part of a functional or cross functional team. Useful and additional information There is a Role Profile attached at the bottom of the advert on our website. This role will be based in our Birmingham office 1-2 days a week, and from home the rest of the week. If you have any questions that are not answered in the advert, additional documents or our website, you can contact us via: . To apply Please click 'apply' to complete the online application form and upload a CV and cover letter, addressing how you meet the requirements outlined in this advert and the attached role profile. To find out more about the recruitment and selection process and how to make the most of your application, please visit our jobs pages . Closing date for applications is 26 September at 09:00. The SRA is the independent regulator of solicitors and law firms in England and Wales, protecting consumers and supporting the rule of law and the administration of justice. We do this by overseeing all education and training requirements necessary to practise as a solicitor, licensing individuals and firms to practise, setting the standards of the profession and regulating and enforcing compliance against these standards. We offer an inclusive, supportive and friendly working environment and the chance to develop your career within a professional organisation. We are committed to the health and wellbeing of staff, helping everyone to strike a good balance between personal and professional life. Additionally, we provide a generous flexible benefits package, including gym membership with a tax only cost, an excellent defined contribution pension scheme and an additional 3% of annual basic salary upon successful completion of probation. Attached Role Profile Thematic Risk Regulatory Manager Role Profile (September 2022).docx - 533KB Converted File Thematic Risk Regulatory Manager Role Profile (September 2022).docx.pdf - 67KB Vacancy closing date: 26/09/2022, 13:00 The Solicitors Regulation Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Diversity and inclusion is central to everything we do. We are actively committed to promoting and participating in good practice in the way that we attract, recruit and retain staff. Everyone is encouraged to bring their whole self to work because we appreciate the value that a truly diverse workforce brings to an organisation. We celebrate difference, recognising the benefits this brings to our inclusive culture, including age, disability, gender identity and expression, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation and socio economic background. We are a Stonewall Top 100 Employer, a member of ENEI, a disability confident employer and we are happy to talk flexible working.

Investigator/Ymchwilydd (hybrid) Contract Type Permanent Working Pattern Full time - flexible working may be considered Working Hours 21-35 hours per week Salary £34,000 FTE Location Options Cardiff Function Type Investigations We are recruiting Investigation Officers in a range of locations, including remote. Both full time and part time roles are available. We receive thousands of reports every year raising allegations of misconduct and regulatory breaches against those we regulate. Investigation Officers (IOs) in our Assessment and Early Resolution (AERT) consider these reports first and decide whether the SRA should investigate further. They make enquiries and gather any further information we need for our analysis, identify any potential breach of our rules and prioritise high risk matters. They then consider the strength and quality of the evidence so far and whether the matter is capable of being evidenced. Sometimes IOs can guide the firm/solicitor to become compliant or change their processes for the future. Taking everything into account, AERT IOs make a decision to close the matter or pass it on further for a full investigation. The work is high volume and fast paced and IOs need a keen eye for detail and an analytical and curious mindset as every case is different. Matters assessed as serious are passed to our investigation teams. Investigation Officers in this team manage a caseload of varying complexity, across a multitude of legal areas. They will analyse detailed information to get to the heart of the matter, and identify and promptly obtain evidence, including witness statements. They will resolve cases through constructive engagement or enforcement action. You can read more about our approach to enforcement here . We are recruiting Investigation Officers for both AERT and our investigation teams. Delivering a positive customer experience is at the heart of what we do. Providing an efficient, high quality and customer-focused service, keeping complainants updated and delivering outcomes verbally and in writing is expected of all our Investigation Officers. What we are looking for Comparable experience of managing cases or undertaking investigations. An ability to gather and analyse information and make sound decisions applying rules, principles, or other decision-making frameworks. significant experience of drafting complex documents or letters to a high, professional standard and engaging with customers via the telephone, building rapport and managing contact. Effective case management skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands and work to stretching targets. A strong mindset and track record for delivering a positive experience for a diverse range of customers and stakeholders both internal and external. Applications are welcome from a wide range of experience and expertise including those with experience of working in the legal profession, other regulators, casework or investigation roles. What's in it for you? Protect the Public and enforce high professional standards by engaging with regulated firms and individuals as well as members of the Public Variety of case holding. No one case is the same. Work collaboratively with other areas of our organisation such as the Legal and Enforcement, Authorisation, Intelligence and Forensic Investigation teams A rolling in-depth training program where you can develop and refine your analysis and investigation skills There are opportunities to develop your career and progress within the department, either in an enhanced investigation role or in a management capacity. We have specialised investigation teams that focus on the most complex and high-profile matters, and when there is a need to intervene into the practice of a firm. Useful and additional information There is a Role Profile, Information Pack, and 'Day in the life of' an Investigation Officer for both teams attached at the bottom of the advert on our website. We are currently advertising this opportunity on a full or part time basis. Please apply according to your preference. Part time hours would allow for 21-35 hours per week, working across 3 days Location: If you do not live within a commutable distance of one of our office locations (Birmingham, Cardiff or London (Bank)) we can offer a home-based contract where you will mostly work from home with the occasional requirement to come into the office. If you live within a commutable distance to one of our offices, you will be offered a hybrid role which means 1-2 days a week in the office and rest of the week from home. Feel free to contact us to discuss your location via: . Please note that we are not accepting applications to this email address. To apply Please use the apply button at the bottom of the advert on our careers page. You will need to upload a CV and provide evidence of your knowledge, skills and experience and how they specifically relate to key requirements of the role. The responses you provide in the application form will be used to shortlist your application. Answers to each criterion must be no more than 300 words. To find out more about the recruitment and selection process and how to make the most of your application, please visit our jobs pages . Closing date for applications is 26 September at 09:00 Assessments will take place 3-5 October Interviews will take place from week of 7 October Previous applicants to this role within the last six months will not be considered. Rydym yn recriwtio Swyddogion Ymchwilio mewn amryw o leoliadau, gan gynnwys rhai anghysbell. Mae swyddi llawn amser a rhan amser ar gael. Rydym yn cael miloedd o adroddiadau bob blwyddyn sy'n codi honiadau o gamymddwyn a thorri rheoliadau yn erbyn y rhai rydyn ni'n eu rheoleiddio. Swyddogion Ymchwilio (IOs) yn ein Tîm Asesu a Datrys Cynnar (AERT) sy'n ystyried yr adroddiadau hyn gyntaf ac yn penderfynu a ddylai'r SRA ymchwilio ymhellach. Maen nhw'n gwneud ymholiadau ac yn casglu unrhyw wybodaeth bellach y mae arnon ni ei hangen ar gyfer ein dadansoddiad, yn nodi unrhyw enghraifft posibl o dorri'n rheolau ac yn blaenoriaethu materion sy'n creu risg uchel. Yna maen nhw'n pwyso a mesur cryfder ac ansawdd y dystiolaeth hyd yn hyn ac a yw'r mater yn un y mae'n bosibl rhoi tystiolaeth ynglŷn ag ef. Weithiau gall y Swyddogion Ymchwilio arwain y ffyrm/cyfreithiwr i gydymffurfio neu i newid eu prosesau ar gyfer y dyfodol. Gan gymryd popeth i ystyriaeth, mae Swyddogion Ymchwilio'r AERT yn gwneud penderfyniad i gau'r mater neu i'w drosglwyddo ar gyfer ymchwiliad llawn. Mae'r gwaith yn gyflym, mae yna lawer o achosion ac mae ar y Swyddogion Ymchwilio angen llygad craff am fanylion a meddylfryd dadansoddol a chwilfrydig gan fod pob achos yn wahanol. Mae'r materion sy'n cael eu hasesu fel rhai difrifol yn cael eu trosglwyddo i'n tîm ymchwilio. Mae Swyddogion Ymchwilio y tîm hwn yn rheoli llwyth gwaith o gymhlethdod amrywiol, ar draws llu o feysydd cyfreithiol. Byddan nhw'n dadansoddi gwybodaeth fanwl er mwyn mynd at wraidd y mater, ac yn nodi a sicrhau tystiolaeth yn brydlon, gan gynnwys datganiadau gan dystion. Maen nhw'n datrys achosion drwy ymgysylltu adeiladol neu gamau gorfodi. Gallwch ddarllen rhagor am ein dull gorfodi yma . Rydym yn recriwtio Swyddogion Ymchwilio ar gyfer AERT a'n tîm ymchwilio. Rhoi profiad cadarnhaol i'r cwsmeriaid sydd wrth wraidd yr hyn a wnawn. Disgwylir i bob un o'n Swyddogion Ymchwilio ddarparu gwasanaeth effeithlon, o ansawdd uchel sy'n canolbwyntio ar y cwsmeriaid, gan roi'r wybodaeth ddiweddaraf i'r achwynwyr a sicrhau canlyniadau ar lafar ac mewn ysgrifen. Yr hyn rydyn ni'n chwilio amdano Profiad tebyg o reoli achosion neu gynnal ymchwiliadau. Y gallu i gasglu a dadansoddi gwybodaeth a gwneud penderfyniadau cadarn gan gymhwyso rheolau, egwyddorion, neu fframweithiau eraill i wneud penderfyniadau. Profiad arwyddocaol o ddrafftio dogfennau neu lythyrau cymhleth i safon uchel, broffesiynol ac ymgysylltu â chwsmeriaid dros y ffôn, adeiladu cyd-berthynas a rheoli cysylltiadau. Sgiliau rheoli achosion effeithiol gyda'r gallu i flaenoriaethu gofynion sy'n cystadlu â'i gilydd a gweithio yn unol â thargedau ymestynnol. Meddylfryd cryf a hanes o sicrhau profiad cadarnhaol i ystod amrywiol o gwsmeriaid a rhanddeiliaid yn fewnol ac yn allanol. Mae croeso i geisiadau oddi wrth ystod eang o brofiad ac arbenigedd gan gynnwys y rhai sydd â phrofiad o weithio yn y proffesiwn cyfreithiol, rheoleiddwyr eraill, neu swyddi mewn gwaith achosion neu ymchwilio. Beth sydd ar gael i chithau? Amddiffyn y cyhoedd a gorfodi safonau proffesiynol uchel drwy ymgysylltu â ffyrmiau ac unigolion sy'n cael eu rheoleiddio yn ogystal ag aelodau o'r cyhoedd Ymwneud ag amrywiaeth o achosion. Does dim un achos yr un fath. Cydweithio â meysydd eraill ein sefydliad megis y timau Cyfreithiol a Gorfodi, Awdurdodi, Gwybodaeth ac Ymchwilio Fforensig Rhaglen hyfforddi fanwl dreigl lle gallwch ddatblygu a mireinio'ch sgiliau dadansoddi ac ymchwilio Mae yna gyfleoedd i ddatblygu'ch gyrfa a symud ymlaen yn yr adran, naill ai mewn rôl ymchwilio well neu mewn swydd reoli. Mae gennyn ni dimau ymchwilio arbenigol sy'n canolbwyntio ar y materion mwyaf cymhleth ac amlwg, a phan fydd angen ymyrryd yn arferion ffyrm. ..... click apply for full job details

Investigator (hybrid) Contract Type Permanent Working Pattern Full time - flexible working may be considered Working Hours 21-35 hours per week Salary £34,000 FTE ( plus London weighting where applicable) Location Options Hybrid - home based and Birmingham, Hybrid - home based and London, Old Broad Street, Cardiff Function Type Investigations We are recruiting Investigation Officers in a range of locations, including remote. Both full time and part time roles are available. We receive thousands of reports every year raising allegations of misconduct and regulatory breaches against those we regulate. Investigation Officers (IOs) in our Assessment and Early Resolution (AERT) consider these reports first and decide whether the SRA should investigate further. They make enquiries and gather any further information we need for our analysis, identify any potential breach of our rules and prioritise high risk matters. They then consider the strength and quality of the evidence so far and whether the matter is capable of being evidenced. Sometimes IOs can guide the firm/solicitor to become compliant or change their processes for the future. Taking everything into account, AERT IOs make a decision to close the matter or pass it on further for a full investigation. The work is high volume and fast paced and IOs need a keen eye for detail and an analytical and curious mindset as every case is different. Matters assessed as serious are passed to our investigation teams. Investigation Officers in this team manage a caseload of varying complexity, across a multitude of legal areas. They will analyse detailed information to get to the heart of the matter, and identify and promptly obtain evidence, including witness statements. They will resolve cases through constructive engagement or enforcement action. You can read more about our approach to enforcement here . We are recruiting Investigation Officers for both AERT and our investigation teams. Delivering a positive customer experience is at the heart of what we do. Providing an efficient, high quality and customer-focused service, keeping complainants updated and delivering outcomes verbally and in writing is expected of all our Investigation Officers. What we are looking for Comparable experience of managing cases or undertaking investigations. An ability to gather and analyse information and make sound decisions applying rules, principles, or other decision-making frameworks. significant experience of drafting complex documents or letters to a high, professional standard and engaging with customers via the telephone, building rapport and managing contact. Effective case management skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands and work to stretching targets. A strong mindset and track record for delivering a positive experience for a diverse range of customers and stakeholders both internal and external. Applications are welcome from a wide range of experience and expertise including those with experience of working in the legal profession, other regulators, casework or investigation roles. What's in it for you? Protect the Public and enforce high professional standards by engaging with regulated firms and individuals as well as members of the Public Variety of case holding. No one case is the same. Work collaboratively with other areas of our organisation such as the Legal and Enforcement, Authorisation, Intelligence and Forensic Investigation teams A rolling in-depth training program where you can develop and refine your analysis and investigation skills There are opportunities to develop your career and progress within the department, either in an enhanced investigation role or in a management capacity. We have specialised investigation teams that focus on the most complex and high-profile matters, and when there is a need to intervene into the practice of a firm. Useful and additional information There is a Role Profile, Information Pack, and 'Day in the life of' an Investigation Officer for both teams attached at the bottom of the advert on our website. We are currently advertising this opportunity on a full or part time basis. Please apply according to your preference. Part time hours would allow for 21-35 hours per week, working across 3 days at the minimum. Location: If you do not live within a commutable distance of one of our office locations (Birmingham, Cardiff or London (Bank)) we can offer a home-based contract where you will mostly work from home with the occasional requirement to come into the office. If you live within a commutable distance to one of our offices, you will be offered a hybrid role which means 1-2 days a week in the office and rest of the week from home. Feel free to contact us to discuss your location via: . Please note that we are not accepting applications to this email address. To apply Please use the apply button at the bottom of the advert on our careers page. You will need to upload a CV and provide evidence of your knowledge, skills and experience and how they specifically relate to key requirements of the role. The responses you provide in the application form will be used to shortlist your application. Answers to each criterion must be no more than 300 words. To find out more about the recruitment and selection process and how to make the most of your application, please visit our jobs pages . Closing date for applications is 26 September at 09:00 Assessments will take place 3-5 October Interviews will take place from week of 7 October Previous applicants to this role within the last six months will not be considered. The SRA is the independent regulator of solicitors and law firms in England and Wales, protecting consumers and supporting the rule of law and the administration of justice. We do this by overseeing all education and training requirements necessary to practise as a solicitor, licensing individuals and firms to practise, setting the standards of the profession and regulating and enforcing compliance against these standards. We offer an inclusive, supportive and friendly working environment and the chance to develop your career within a professional organisation. We are committed to the health and wellbeing of staff, helping everyone to strike a good balance between personal and professional life. Additionally, we provide a generous flexible benefits package, including gym membership with a tax only cost, an excellent defined contribution pension scheme and an additional 3% of annual basic salary upon successful completion of probation. Attached Role Profile Investigation Officer Role Profile.pdf - 298KB Supporting Documents Investigation Officer - Information Pack - Sept 2022.docx - 540KB Converted File Investigation Officer - Information Pack - Sept 2022.docx.pdf - 102KB Supporting Documents A day in the life of an Investigation Officer.pdf - 193KB Supporting Documents A day in the life of an Investigation Officer in AERT.pdf - 105KB Vacancy closing date: 26/09/2022, 09:00 The Solicitors Regulation Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Diversity and inclusion is central to everything we do. We are actively committed to promoting and participating in good practice in the way that we attract, recruit and retain staff. Everyone is encouraged to bring their whole self to work because we appreciate the value that a truly diverse workforce brings to an organisation. We celebrate difference, recognising the benefits this brings to our inclusive culture, including age, disability, gender identity and expression, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation and socio economic background. We are a Stonewall Top 100 Employer, a member of ENEI, a disability confident employer and we are happy to talk flexible working.