Healthcare Lawyer

Service Care Solutions; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Healthcare Solicitor to join an NHS Trust Legal Team in Wiltshire. This role involves providing legal advice on various healthcare issues, managing claims, and representing staff in legal proceedings. The position offers hybrid working and flexible hours, making it a great opportunity for legal professionals looking for influence in a supportive environment. Experience in healthcare law and strong management skills are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Weekly pay based on experience

Flexible hours

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare law, particularly with NHS trusts.
• Ability to manage complex legal matters related to healthcare.
• Strong understanding of data protection and regulatory issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on consent, capacity, and regulatory issues.
• Manage Clinical Negligence and Third Party Claims.
• Represent staff at Coroner's Court and manage substantial inquest portfolios.

Skills

Healthcare Advice

Managing High Court applications

Supporting police and local authorities

Claims Management

Defending Trust interests

Liaising with local Coroners

Job description

Service Care Solutions is delighted to be recruiting for a Healthcare Solicitor to join a highly respected NHS Trust Legal Team in Salisbury. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a broad, influential in‑house role where your expertise drives safer care, reduced risk, and major cost savings.

Role

Healthcare Solicitor – NHS Trust

Location

Wiltshire – Hybrid / Remote

Contract Length

3 months with potential for extension

Key Responsibilities

Healthcare Advice

• Consent, capacity, data protection, Mental Health Act, regulatory issues.
• Adult and children’s services.
• Manage High Court applications in‑house for significant savings.

Disclosure Requests

• Support police and local authorities in childcare and criminal proceedings.
• Handle complex childcare matters at the South west regional centre for children.

Claims Management

• Manage Clinical Negligence & Third Party Claims under NHSR schemes.
• Work closely with clinicians to robustly defend Trust interests.

Inquests

• Support and represent staff at Coroner’s Court.
• Liaise with local Coroners on a substantial inquest portfolio.

Benefits

• Hybrid working.
• Weekly pay – the rate offered will depend on experience and interview performance.
• Flexible hours.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.