At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage inquest cases and advocate for NHS clients in high-profile matters.
- Company: Progressive UK law firm with a strong reputation in public sector and healthcare.
- Benefits: Salary up to £85,000, flexible working, and generous leave options.
- Other info: Supportive culture with clear career progression and ongoing training.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in health and social care law while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with experience in inquests or Court of Protection work.
The predicted salary is between 85000 - 85000 £ per year.
A highly regarded and progressive UK law firm with a strong reputation in public sector, healthcare and social care advisory work is seeking an Inquests Solicitor to join its specialist team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for an Inquests Solicitor to work on nationally significant, sensitive and high-profile matters involving health and social care organisations across both the public and independent sectors in London.
The Role:
- Manage a caseload of inquest and Court of Protection matters, primarily acting for NHS clients
- Conduct advocacy where appropriate, handling many hearings without the need for counsel
- Advise on broader health and social care matters, including mental health, mental capacity, safeguarding and deprivation of liberty
- Support on serious medical treatment cases, welfare disputes and Human Rights Act matters
- Supervise and delegate work to junior team members where appropriate
- Contribute to client training, seminars and business development initiatives
- Work closely with clients, including opportunities for short-term secondments
About You:
- A Qualified Solicitor with at least 1 year PQE
- Experienced in inquests and/or Court of Protection work
- Comfortable managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision
- Confident undertaking advocacy and case management
- Interested in health and social care law and working with public sector clients
- A strong communicator with excellent drafting and analytical skills
- Organised and able to manage deadlines, priorities and billing targets
Benefits:
- Salary up to £85,000 depending on experience
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Sick pay and enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
- Private medical insurance and life assurance 3x salary
- Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
- Clear career progression within a nationally recognised team
- A supportive and collaborative culture with ongoing training and development
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone.
Inquests Solicitor in City of London employer: William James Recruitment
Join a highly regarded and progressive law firm in London, where you will have the opportunity to work on nationally significant inquest cases within a supportive and collaborative culture. With a strong focus on employee growth, the firm offers clear career progression, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance and enhanced parental leave. This is an excellent environment for solicitors passionate about health and social care law, providing meaningful work that makes a real difference.
