Senior Inquests Solicitor (In-House)
📍 South Wales (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
💷 £63,150 - £73,379 per annum (Agenda for Change Band 8b)
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Inquests Solicitor to join a respected in-house legal team in South Wales, supporting NHS organisations with complex and sensitive coronial matters.
This role would suit a solicitor who enjoys high-quality advisory work, advocacy, and making a real difference within the public sector, without the pressures of private practice billing.
The Role
You will play a senior role in managing and advising on coronial inquests, including complex and high-profile cases, acting as a trusted legal advisor to clinicians, senior managers and NHS bodies.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing a caseload of inquests and pre-inquest reviews
Advising NHS organisations on coronial law, duty of candour and disclosure
Drafting written submissions and preparing witnesses
Representing NHS bodies at inquests where appropriate
Providing strategic legal advice on risk, learning and governance
Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to service development
About You
Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales)
Inquest / coronial experience is highly desirable
Experience advising public sector or healthcare clients advantageous
Confident dealing with sensitive matters and senior stakeholders
Strong drafting, advocacy and advisory skills
What's on Offer
Salary: £63,150 - £73,379 (Band 8b)
Hybrid and flexible working
No billing targets
Excellent pension and NHS benefits
Supportive, collegiate in-house environment
Genuine work-life balance and long-term career security
Location
South Wales - typically Cardiff or surrounding areas, with hybrid working and flexibility considered.
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