Continuing Healthcare Lawyer

Simpson Judge; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Leeds is seeking a Healthcare Lawyer to join its growing healthcare team. This role supports individuals in securing healthcare funding, and provides comprehensive training. Candidates must be qualified solicitors or legal executives, with a commitment to client care and a desire to retrain in healthcare law. The position offers a competitive salary of £35,000-£40,000, hybrid working options, and opportunities for long-term career development.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive training

Collaborative team environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive is essential.
• Experience in healthcare law or strong transferable experience is required.
• Excellent client care skills with a compassionate approach.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of NHS Continuing Healthcare cases.
• Advise clients on eligibility, assessments, appeals, and reviews.
• Draft written submissions and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with NHS bodies and client families.
• Provide empathetic advice throughout.

Skills

Client care skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

Healthcare Lawyer

Salary: £35,000-£40,000

Location: Leeds - Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

We are recruiting for a Healthcare Lawyer to join a well-established law firm in Leeds with a growing healthcare team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support individuals and families in securing healthcare funding and to develop a career in a highly specialised area of law.

This role is open to qualified solicitors or legal executives who are seeking to retrain. Prior experience is not essential, and full training and support will be provided.

The Role

You will advise and represent clients on healthcare funding matters, including funding applications, appeals, reviews, and retrospective claims. You will manage your own caseload and deliver a high standard of client care in matters that are often sensitive and complex.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of NHS Continuing Healthcare cases
• Advising clients on eligibility, assessments, appeals, and reviews
• Drafting written submissions and supporting documentation
• Liaising with NHS bodies, professionals, and client families
• Providing clear, empathetic, and professional advice throughout

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (essential)
• Experience in healthcare law, personal injury law, public law, Court of Protection, community care, or similar areas or strong transferable post-qualification experience
• Willingness to retrain as a healthcare lawyer
• Excellent client care skills with a compassionate and professional approach
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines
• High attention to detail and accuracy

What's on Offer

• Salary of £35,000-£40,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid work (2-3 days from home)
• Comprehensive training in a niche and growing practice area
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Long-term career development opportunities

For further details, please contact Stan Wilson @ Simpson Judge on phone number removed or