Continuing Healthcare Lawyer

Equals One; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare advocacy firm in Leeds is seeking a Continuing Healthcare Lawyer to join their team. This role involves advising clients on NHS Continuing Healthcare funding and representing them in assessments and appeals. Candidates should have a Solicitor or Legal Executive qualification, ideally with experience in healthcare law. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment focused on making impactful contributions to client care.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive team environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive preferred, but skills are essential.
• Experience in healthcare law, public law, or CHC-related matters is preferable.
• Understanding of the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on NHS Continuing Healthcare funding.
• Represent clients in CHC assessments and appeals.
• Prepare written submissions and case strategies.
• Liaise with stakeholders to progress matters.
• Provide training to junior members on CHC processes.
• Manage a caseload to comply with standards.

Skills

Client care skills

Legal drafting

Research skills

Analytical skills

IT proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified/Newly Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Tools

Case management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Our CHC Team as a Continuing Healthcare Lawyer – Make a Real Difference!

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

Monday to Friday – Full Time 38.75 hours per week

Leeds LS8 2AL – office based – free parking

Make a Real Difference in Continuing Healthcare

Are you passionate about helping people secure the care they deserve? We’re looking for a dedicated ContinuingHealthcare Lawyer to join our team and provide expert advice and representation on NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) funding applications, appeals, and retrospective claims. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine your legal expertise with meaningful advocacy for individuals and families.

This role may suit a Solicitor or Legal Executive wishing to retrain into a new area for which they have transferrable skills.

What You’ll Do

• Advise clients on eligibility for NHS Continuing Healthcare funding and related legal issues.
• Represent clients in CHC assessments, appeals, and Independent Review Panels.
• Prepare detailed written submissions, evidence reviews, and case strategies.
• Liaise with NHS bodies, local authorities, and other stakeholders to progress matters.
• Stay up to date with legislation, case law, and policy changes affecting CHC funding.
• Provide training and guidance to junior team members and clients on CHC processes.
• Manage a caseload efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory and firm standards.

What We’re Looking For

Experience:

• Qualified/Newly Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a current practising certificate is preferred but not essential, provided the individual has the skills necessary to undertake the role.
• Experience in healthcare law, public law, private client law, or CHC-related matters and experience or understanding of the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare is preferable.

Skills:

• Excellent client care skills with the ability to handle sensitive matters with empathy.
• Strong legal drafting, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload and work to deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• IT proficiency, including case management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with diplomacy and tact.
• Commercial awareness and ability to work autonomously.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A chance to make a real impact in Continuing Healthcare.

Ready to take the next step?

Apply today and join a firm that values expertise, compassion, and results.

INDHS

Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.