Continuing Healthcare Lawyer

Simpson Judge Ltd; 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 their growing healthcare team. This role involves advising clients on healthcare funding matters and managing a caseload of NHS Continuing Healthcare cases. Ideal candidates will be qualified solicitors or legal executives with excellent client care skills and strong organisational abilities. The position offers a salary of £35,000-£40,000, hybrid work opportunities, and comprehensive training in a niche area of law.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Supportive team environment

Long-term career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive is essential.
• Willingness to retrain as a healthcare lawyer.
• Strong transferable post-qualification experience in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on healthcare funding matters.
• Manage a caseload of NHS Continuing Healthcare cases.
• Liaise with NHS bodies and client families.

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.