Solicitor/Associate – Health & Care Regulatory – Bristol – 3+ Years PQE
Location: Bristol Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility) Salary: £55,000 to £75,000 (DOE)
A well-established national law firm is seeking a Health & Care Regulatory Solicitor or Associate (3+ PQE) to join its respected Health & Care Regulatory team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a specialist practice supporting major health, social care and education organisations across both the public and independent sectors.
The Role
You will manage a varied and intellectually stimulating caseload, advising clients on a broad range of health and social care regulatory matters. The work spans both contentious and non-contentious issues, with a particular focus on inquest preparation and advocacy.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a caseload of advisory and litigation matters
- Advocacy at inquests, Court of Protection hearings and Tribunals
- Advising on human rights, safeguarding, mental health, patient safety and regulatory issues
- Supporting clients through CQC/HSE inspections and enforcement
- Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development
- Working collaboratively within a large, supportive national team
Candidate Requirements
- 3+ years PQE in health and social care law (or related regulatory experience)
- Experience supporting clients in the lead up to and during inquests
- Strong technical skills and a practical, commercial approach
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Confidence managing matters independently while working effectively within a team
- High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Enthusiasm for developing expertise and taking on new challenges
- Interest in contributing to business development initiatives
Benefits
- A supportive, collaborative and people-focused working culture
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Clear progression pathways and structured development opportunities
- Access to high-quality, meaningful work with major public and independent sector clients
- Private medical insurance, pension scheme and wellbeing support
- Minimum 25 days’ holiday (with the option to buy additional days)
- Discretionary bonus scheme
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.ukPhone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
The employer is an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.
At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diversity and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.
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