Fitness to Practice / Regulatory Solicitor – Leeds – Up to £75,000
This is a standout opportunity to join a highly regarded national regulatory and professional discipline team, recognised for its strength in complex fitness to practice work.
The firm acts for a wide range of professional regulators, with a particular focus on the healthcare sector, handling sensitive and high-profile investigations that sit at the intersection of public protection and professional standards.
Due to continued growth, the team is now seeking a Regulatory Solicitor to join its Leeds office, working on challenging, varied cases with clear responsibility and strong partner support.
This role would suit a solicitor who enjoys investigative work, managing complex evidence, and running cases through to hearing.
The Role
- Managing a caseload of fitness to practice and professional discipline investigations
- Preparing case plans and advising on procedural and evidential issues
- Acting as the main point of contact for witnesses and key stakeholders
- Overseeing evidence gathering, disclosure and witness statements
- Instructing experts and liaising with internal and external advocates
- Drafting or reviewing allegations and preparing cases for hearing
- Attending hearings where legal or procedural issues arise
- Presenting cases before practice committees and interim orders panels
- Preparing reports and recommendations at the conclusion of cases
The Candidate
- Qualified solicitor with 2+ years PQE in regulatory, disciplinary or litigation work
- Experience of fitness to practice, healthcare regulation or professional discipline is highly desirable
- Strong case management and investigative skills
- Confident handling sensitive material and vulnerable witnesses
- Excellent drafting and attention to detail
- Comfortable working with counsel and managing complex evidence
- Organised, resilient and able to manage competing deadlines
The Benefits & How to Apply
- Competitive salary up to £75,000, dependent on experience
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- High-quality, nationally recognised regulatory work
- Clear progression within a market-leading team
- Supportive supervision and access to specialist advocates
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- Strong administrative and paralegal support
- Long-term career development in a specialist practice area
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0737 602 8332
Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com
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