Job Description
Regulatory (Advisory & Defence)
Associate (3 – 5 years PQE)
Kingsley Napley LLP
Top ranked in Chambers UK and Legal 500; our Regulatory team are recognised as one of the best in the UK. We act for a wide range of regulated organisations and individuals, providing expert advice on disciplinary proceedings and investigations. Our work is complex, sensitive and impactful, defending professionals whose careers are at risk and advising regulators on best practice.
We’re looking for a mid-level Associate at (3-5 years PQE) to work with Shannett Thompson and wider partner group, predominantly on matters in the healthcare and education space.
The successful candidate will see a broad spectrum of work. It would be advantageous to have healthcare regulation experience – specifically investigations involving the GMC, CQC and NHS England, and knowledge/ experience of advising students in respect of investigations in the independent and higher education sector.
About the role:
You’ll be involved in complex investigations cutting across different sectors. The work includes:
* Handling regulatory investigations involving bodies such as HCPC, GMC, and CQC
* Acting for students in cases of academic or sexual misconduct
* Supporting doctors through MHPS investigations
* Drafting skeleton arguments and submissions
* Working on both prosecution and defence sides of regulatory matters
What are we looking for:
* Solid understanding of regulatory decision-making and experience in a professional discipline context
* Experience in healthcare and education investigations - experience working with Care Quality Commission work in particular would be advantageous.
* Ability to navigate sensitive and high-stakes matters with professionalism and empathy
* A collaborative mindset and confidence working across teams
* An ability to get up to speed quickly on matters and to shift focus/ direction with competing demands and deadlines
* A keen interest to broaden their own knowledge and understanding
* Honesty, integrity and professionalism
Why KN?
This is a fantastic time to join a consistently top voted firm (by Best Companies) at a particularly exciting period of growth. With an ambitious business plan and growing client base, the successful associate will join a collegiate team with excellent retention rates and development opportunities.
However, whilst we are proud of our work, it is our people who are the key to our success. KN takes wellness and well-being very seriously, and we have a number of initiatives and programmes in place to ensure that our people feel included, happy and motivated at work.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and excellent benefits package (including discretionary bonus)
* Flexible/hybrid working model
We are also always genuinely happy to consider flexible working applications, and we welcome applications from those who have outside commitments & responsibilities and need to work flexibly.