For advisory work - dealing with a mixed caseload, likely to include Court of Protection work and general healthcare advisory / regulatory work, for a mix of providers and commissioners, working with clients nationwide. Meetings with clients and witnesses in accordance with Weightmans' values.
About You
You will have previous experience and a genuine and demonstrable interest in the above area of work. We also require you to have or be: Essential: Qualified solicitor 1- 10yr PQEA willingness to develop advocacy skills, whether in inquests or the Court of Protection, or more widely. Desirable: Regulatory defence experience. Advocacy experience. The candidate should be able to demonstrate: Excellent organisational and time management skills. Excellent collaborative and team working skills. Excellent communication skills. Excellent IT skills. Ability to work to deadlines and targets. Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
About your new role
Weightmans is a top 40 ranked law firm and we are seeking an Inquest and / or healthcare advisory solicitor to join our expanding Regulatory Healthcare Advisory team. The Regulatory Healthcare Advisory team is very diverse, offering a broad range of expert advice to organisations and individuals regulatory matters and proceedings in the health and social care sector. We have an enviable client base, from NHS providers and commissioners to private healthcare providers and care homes, regulators and local authorities. The team as a whole cover inquests, general healthcare advice, Court of Protection applications, Mental Health Tribunals and other regulatory challenges, including advising on and defending prosecutions by Care Quality Commission and providing advice on a wide range of other health and care issues such as consent and confidentiality, capacity and best interests and discharge processes. Individuals in the team may focus on some of these issues, or deal.
Why work for us
Come and join our award-winning organisation and be part of a team where people truly matter. Weightmans is a Leading national law firm, with strong international capabilities. Weightmans has been recognised as a leading employer for the 19th consecutive year at Britain's Top Employers awards, and ranking top 10 in the list, the firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK. This link contains information regarding Culture, Benefits, D&I, Recruitment Agency PSL/Non PSL and Eligibility to work in the UK for a firm where people matter - work for Weightmans. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to reach their full potential. Our people-first culture is at the heart of everything we do, making Weightmans a place where you can develop your career and thrive. Curious about what is it like to work at our firm? Visit our Life at Weightmans page for insights into our employee initiatives, responsible business commitments and much more!
All Locations
Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham
Position
Regulatory Healthcare Advisory
Salary Details
Dependant on experience
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Hours
Full Time or Part Time?Full Time
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Regulatory Advisory/Inquest Solicitor in Birmingham employer: Weightmans Llp
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