At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Regulatory team to advocate for clients in court and manage inquest cases.
- Company: Weightmans, a leading national law firm with a people-first culture.
- Benefits: Inclusive workplace, career development, and recognition as a top employer.
- Other info: Join an award-winning team where your contributions truly matter.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic legal environment while developing your advocacy skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with 3+ years PQE and inquest experience.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
About your new role
The Regulatory Department is one of the largest in the country and is recognised by clients and other lawyers as being among the top performers in the industry.
We advise clients across all sectors including health, public sector, corporations and individuals.
We are currently recruiting for solicitors, solicitor- advocates or barristers to join our Regulatory team to undertake inquests for the police and other emergency services, insurers and healthcare clients.
This is predominantly an advocacy role and regular attendance at court is required.
- Advise clients and prepare inquest cases for court; Prepare written submissions on the law; Attend inquests and undertake advocacy on our clients' behalf; Deal with post inquest issues including prevention of future deaths reports; Manage a case load of files.
Attend administrative applications and hearings at court, including travel, and accompany counsel where necessary.
- Achieve set financial and chargeable targets.
- Ensure relevant deadlines, quality measures and KPIs are adhered to.
- Comply with relevant policies and procedures. #LI-Hybrid
About You
- Qualified solicitor 3+ PQE
- Willingness to develop advocacy skills
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Excellent collaborative and team working skills
- Inquest experience is essential
- Good communication skills
- Desirable Criminal defence experience
- Wider regulatory defence experience is desirable
- 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.
Work 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.
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Regulatory Solicitor in Birmingham employer: Weightmans LLP
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