Job Description
Health & Social Care/Pharmacy Solicitor
* Annual Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 (DOE)
* Location: Guildford
* Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid
We are seeking a Health & Social Care/Pharmacy Solicitor to join our clients esteemed team in the beautiful location based in Guildford. This role offers a unique split focus, with 50% dedicated to our Health and Social Care Provider Team and 50% working alongside a partner specialising in regulatory and disciplinary work for pharmacists and pharmacies.
Day-to-day of the role:
Health and Social Care Provider Team:
* Advise on CQC and Ofsted applications for registration and on suspected unregistered provision.
* Challenge draft inspection reports.
* Defend providers subject to civil and criminal enforcement action taken by Ofsted and CQC.
* Advise on safeguarding enquiries.
* Handle contractual disputes involving care providers, particularly involving fees.
* Engage in potential judicial review challenges against regulatory bodies.
Pharmacy Regulatory and Disciplinary Work:
* Assist individual pharmacists in Fitness to Practise proceedings.
* Provide advice and representation for pharmacists and/or pharmacy businesses at inquests.
* Offer bespoke advice on medicines legislation.
* Handle applications to ICBs concerning the provision of NHS pharmaceutical services and appeals.
* Involve in criminal prosecutions, appeals to the High Court, and judicial review.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Qualified solicitor with 2 - 6 years PQE.
* Experience in health and social care law, pharmacy law, or a general regulatory background.
* Candidates with a specialism in criminal law or those with bar qualifications are also encouraged to apply.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
* A proactive approach and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary with excellent career prospects.
* Opportunity to work in a nationally reputed firm.
* Supportive team environment with scope for professional growth.
* Flexible working arrangements.
To apply for this Health & Social Care/Pharmacy Solicitor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience to Mark Watts at Reed, your local legal recruitment professional.