CRIMINAL / REGULATORY SOLICITOR
The solicitors of the in-house legal team act on behalf of MDU members in a variety of legal processes, including clinical negligence claims, General Medical Council proceedings, inquests, criminal investigations and prosecutions. They also provide legal advice to members and MDU colleagues on a range of important and often complex medico-legal issues.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, high calibre solicitor to join our legal department. Applicants must have experience of criminal investigations (including police station experience) and prosecutions. Experience of inquests and/or GMC proceedings would be advantageous. You will be joining a busy department and will need to work effectively under pressure with excellent time management and communication skills, meticulous attention to detail and exceptional judgement.
Key Activities & Accountabilities
* Advise and represent MDU members in a wide range of medico-legal matters, including:
o Criminal investigations and criminal proceedings.
o Proceedings before the General Medical Council (GMC), including fitness to practise investigations and hearings.
o Other tribunal proceedings and representation at inquests before HM Coroner.
* Provide strategic, practical, and risk-based legal advice tailored to members’ professional and regulatory needs.
* Ensure members are fully supported throughout proceedings, maintaining high standards of client care and professional conduct.
Applicants should apply with a covering letter explaining why they are a suitable candidate along with their Curriculum Vitae.
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