Job Description
Inquests Solicitor – Manchester – Up to £75,000
A leading national law firm is looking to recruit a Solicitor to join its nationally recognised Inquests and Health & Social Care team. You’ll work with NHS organisations, local authorities and independent healthcare providers, advising on complex and often high-profile matters including inquests, Court of Protection cases and wider health and social care advisory work.
The Role:
* Manage a caseload of inquest and Court of Protection matters, primarily acting for NHS clients
* Conduct advocacy where appropriate, handling many hearings without the need for counsel
* Advise on broader health and social care matters, including mental health, mental capacity, safeguarding and deprivation of liberty
* Support on serious medical treatment cases, welfare disputes and Human Rights Act matters
* Supervise and delegate work to junior team members where appropriate
* Contribute to client training, seminars and business development initiatives
* Work closely with clients, including opportunities for short-term secondments
About You:
* A Qualified Solicitor with at least 1 year PQE
* Experienced in inquests and/or Court of Protection work
* Comfortable managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision
* Confident undertaking advocacy and case management
* Interested in health and social care law and working with public sector clients
* A strong communicator with excellent drafting and analytical skills
* Organised and able to manage deadlines, priorities and billing targets
Benefits:
* Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
* Flexible and hybrid working across national offices
* Sick pay and enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
* Private medical insurance and life assurance 3x salary
* Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
* Clear career progression within a nationally recognised team
* A supportive and collaborative culture with ongoing training and development
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone.
Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: Office Number 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0737 602 8332
Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com
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