Regulatory Defence Solicitor
Date: 2026-09-27T00:00:00
Location: Liverpool
Region: Merseyside
Country Code: GB
Postcode: L3 8
Question: Any
Closing Date: 2026-12-28T19:00:39.607
About your new role
The Healthcare Regulatory Professional Discipline Team act for Medical Defence Organisations, insurers, and private clients in regulatory, disciplinary, coronial, and criminal matters. The team has a nationwide reach with fee earners based in London, Leeds, Manchester, and Cardiff. The team is highly regarded in this diverse and unique area of work; we are ranked as a tier 1 firm in professional discipline by the legal 500. We are looking for a Solicitor to join the team in Leeds or London. The work would involve advising on Fitness to Practice (GDC/GMC and other Regulatory) Investigations, Inquests, police investigations, and Trust disciplinary cases.
The role
We are currently recruiting for a Regulatory Defence Lawyer with 3 to 5 years PQE to join our team in either Leeds or London.
Main duties and responsibilities
- Take responsibility for cases with minimal supervision
- Achieve set financial and chargeable targets
- Assist other lawyers in the team with their work, including supporting lead advisers and the supervision of more junior lawyers
- Conduct advocacy including at pre-inquest review hearings and inquests, where appropriate
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/be:
- Essential Qualified solicitor with 3 to 5 years PQE
- Advocacy skills
- Knowledge in the Healthcare Regulatory field
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work to deadlines and targets
- Good communication skills
- Excellent collaborative and team working skills
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, ranking top 10 in the list. The firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK. Join Weightmans as we continue our journey to becoming one of the UK's top 30 law firms.
Why work for us? Take a look: Work for Weightmans: voted a top employer | Weightmans. This link contains information regarding Culture, Benefits, D&I, Recruitment Agency PSL/Non PSL, and Eligibility to work in the UK. Work for a firm where people matter - work for Weightmans. Curious about what it is like to work at our firm? Visit our Life at Weightmans page for insights into our employee initiatives, responsible business commitments, and much more!
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Regulatory Defence Solicitor in Liverpool employer: Weightmans Llp
Weightmans LLP is an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture, where finance analysts play a crucial role in driving financial performance across the Legal Operations divisions. Employees benefit from comprehensive training opportunities, including commerciality training with the Finance Director, and are encouraged to develop their skills in a dynamic environment that values innovation and teamwork. Located in a vibrant area, the firm offers a unique blend of professional growth and a commitment to employee well-being, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
