Fitness to Practice / Professional Discipline Solicitor

William James Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 76,500 - 93,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days plus Bank Holidays

Private medical and dental insurance

Life assurance and pension scheme

Flexible arrangements for work-life balance

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm in the United Kingdom seeks a Fitness to Practice Solicitor to join a top-tier healthcare regulatory practice. The ideal candidate will have 2–8 years PQE and experience in healthcare regulatory cases. Responsibilities include managing cases, providing legal advice, and mentoring junior staff. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £85,000 with excellent benefits including flexible arrangements and a dedicated office location.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ PQE in healthcare regulation.
• Experience in Fitness to Practise cases.
• Strong advocacy skills in hearings and tribunals.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse healthcare regulatory caseload.
• Deliver legal advice and representation.
• Engage in advocacy across forums.
• Mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Healthcare regulatory law experience

Advocacy

Client care

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Fitness to Practice / Professional Discipline Solicitor

Base pay range: Up to £85,000 + Excellent Benefits Package + Generous Bonus Scheme

The Role

An exceptional chance to join a top‑tier, internationally acclaimed Legal 500 firm celebrated for its specialist legal services across the private and healthcare sectors. The firm is expanding its Healthcare Regulatory practice and is seeking a talented Associate/Solicitor to join its high‑performing team. You’ll work on a broad spectrum of regulatory matters including disciplinary proceedings, NHSE and CQC investigations, supporting both private care providers and NHS Resolution.

This role suits a driven legal professional with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE, a solid grounding in healthcare regulation, and proven advocacy experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of healthcare regulatory matters, including Fitness to Practise, NHSE and CQC investigations
• Deliver expert legal advice and representation to healthcare professionals and organisations
• Engage in advocacy across various forums
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to internal training initiatives
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring exceptional service delivery

About You

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 2–8 years’ PQE
• Demonstrable experience in healthcare regulatory law, particularly Fitness to Practise cases
• Confident advocate with experience in hearings and tribunals
• Skilled in managing both routine and complex regulatory matters
• Deep understanding of the healthcare legal landscape
• Technically proficient with strong organisational capabilities
• Commercially aware and solutions‑focused
• Committed to client care and collaborative team working
• Enthusiastic about mentoring and developing junior team members
• Central city office with excellent transport links
• 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with buy/sell options
• Flexible arrangements to support work‑life balance
• Private medical and dental insurance; Life assurance and pension scheme

Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone—no CV is required for an initial conversation.

Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant

Email: [e-mail]

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Legal