Job Description
Opportunity to join a regulatory body as a Senior Lawyer – Fitness to Practise. This role sits within the FTP legal and social work team which provides advice and advocacy services to the fitness to practise team.
Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.
As Senior Lawyer, you will work closely with the Head of Triage, supporting efficient and robust decision making at the triage stage. You will also provide advice and support in case planning and progression at the investigation and hearing stages (as required) and will work collaboratively to support the case presenting team and the in-house legal team. Finally, you will supervise and line manage paralegals and/or lawyers (as required) including reviewing and quality-assuring legal advice.
To be considered, you will be qualified as a Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executive, or will be registered with, or be eligible to immediately join: the SRA Solicitors’ register, BSB Barristers’ register or CILEX Authorised Practitioners’ directory. You should also have experience of the fitness to practise process and advising on professional regulation, ideally in the context of the regulation of health and/or social care. Experience of line management and/or supervision is desirable.
This is a permanent role, offering a salary of £55,242 per year, rising to £57,644 per year after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. This role doesn’t require attendance in the office on a regular basis. However, there will be a requirement to be in the office meetings and training events as required.
Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually.
If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. xehkeey LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.
Senior Lawyer- Fitness to Practise employer: Law Absolute Recruitment Ltd
Law Absolute Recruitment Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant and supportive work environment that fosters collaboration and professional growth. With a focus on structured finance and a commitment to employee development, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic team that values innovation and strategic thinking. Located in a thriving market, this role not only provides meaningful work but also the chance to contribute to the team's international success.
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