Job Description
Healthcare Regulatory Associate / Senior Associate – Leeds
1+ PQE guide | Salary £65,000 - £85,000 + bonus & benefits | Hybrid Working
A well-regarded national law firm is looking to recruit a Healthcare Regulatory lawyer into its Leeds office. This is a strong opportunity for a solicitor from 1+ PQE upwards who wants to build within a specialist practice handling a varied mix of advisory, regulatory and litigation work across healthcare, social care, education and related sectors.
The role offers broad, intellectually interesting work, with a particular emphasis on inquests, alongside wider exposure to other sensitive and often high-profile matters. It would suit someone looking for quality specialist work, strong client contact and a long-term platform for progression within an established team.
The role
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* Advising on a broad range of healthcare regulatory matters, with a particular focus on inquests and related advisory work
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* Supporting clients in the lead up to and during inquest proceedings
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* Managing a varied caseload of contentious and non-contentious matters
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* Advising on issues arising across healthcare, social care and education settings
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* Handling matters involving safeguarding, mental health, patient safety, complaints, investigations and disputes
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* Representing clients at hearings, inquests, tribunals and other related proceedings where appropriate
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* Supporting on wider work including Court of Protection, children law and associated public sector / regulatory matters
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* Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development activity
What you’ll need
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* Qualified solicitor in England & Wales
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* 1+ years’ PQE as a guide
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* Experience in healthcare regulatory, health and social care, public law or another closely related area
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* Prior inquest experience would be particularly attractive
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* Confidence managing a mixed caseload of advisory and contentious matters
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* Strong communication skills, sound judgement and a practical approach to client work
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* An interest in developing within a specialist and growing practice area
Working pattern and location
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* Leeds based role
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* Hybrid working available
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* Suitable for candidates looking for a long-term move within a collaborative national team
What’s on offer
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* Salary in the region of £65,000 - £85,000 depending on experience
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* Bonus and benefits package
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* Broad, specialist work with strong client exposure
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* A genuine opportunity to develop within an established and well-supported team
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* Clear progression prospects for lawyers looking to grow in this space
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Apply now for immediate consideration