Fitness to Practice / Professional Discipline Solicitor
Base pay range: Up to £85,000 + Excellent Benefits Package + Generous Bonus Scheme
The Role
An exceptional chance to join a top‑tier, internationally acclaimed Legal 500 firm celebrated for its specialist legal services across the private and healthcare sectors. The firm is expanding its Healthcare Regulatory practice and is seeking a talented Associate/Solicitor to join its high‑performing team. You’ll work on a broad spectrum of regulatory matters including disciplinary proceedings, NHSE and CQC investigations, supporting both private care providers and NHS Resolution.
This role suits a driven legal professional with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE, a solid grounding in healthcare regulation, and proven advocacy experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a diverse caseload of healthcare regulatory matters, including Fitness to Practise, NHSE and CQC investigations
- Deliver expert legal advice and representation to healthcare professionals and organisations
- Engage in advocacy across various forums
- Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to internal training initiatives
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring exceptional service delivery
About You
- Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 2–8 years’ PQE
- Demonstrable experience in healthcare regulatory law, particularly Fitness to Practise cases
- Confident advocate with experience in hearings and tribunals
- Skilled in managing both routine and complex regulatory matters
- Deep understanding of the healthcare legal landscape
- Technically proficient with strong organisational capabilities
- Commercially aware and solutions‑focused
- Committed to client care and collaborative team working
- Enthusiastic about mentoring and developing junior team members
- Central city office with excellent transport links
- 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with buy/sell options
- Flexible arrangements to support work‑life balance
- Private medical and dental insurance; Life assurance and pension scheme
Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone—no CV is required for an initial conversation.
Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant
Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Legal
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