Regulatory (Prosecution) Associate (3 – 5 years PQE)

Top ranked in Chambers UK and Legal 500; our Regulatory team are recognised as one of the best in the UK with a broad spectrum of knowledge and expertise. In this role, you will independently manage a litigation caseload, supporting the Regulatory team in delivering high-quality services to professional discipline clients; and in particular the Education Workforce Council (EWC), the Architects Registration Board (ARB), the General Dental Council (GDC), the General Optical Council (GOC), the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) and the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA).

You will be responsible for the strategic direction of cases from the outset, including reviewing instructions, analysing key issues and evidentiary needs, and drafting allegations. The role involves direct engagement with witnesses - taking and preparing statements - as well as liaising with clients, registrants’ representatives, and expert witnesses. You will prepare legal documents, instruct Counsel, and oversee the work of Case Support and Senior Paralegals, ensuring all casework aligns with Service Level Agreements and is accurately recorded in case management systems.

We welcome applications from solicitors who undertaken investigation prosecution work for regulatory bodies, including those who have worked in private practice or in-house for regulators.

Why KN?

This is a fantastic time to join a consistently top voted firm (by Best Companies) at a particularly exciting period of growth. With an ambitious business plan, growing client base and number of exciting lateral senior hires– the successful associate will join a collegiate team with excellent retention rates and development opportunities.

However, it is our people who are the key to our success. KN takes wellness and well-being very seriously, and we have a number of initiatives and programmes in place to ensure that our people feel included, happy and motivated at work.

We look for committed, reflective and diverse team players whose core values align with ours.

We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits and a flexible/hybrid working model.