Hearings Committee Secretary

General Dental Council; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employer pension contributions up to 10%

Buy/Sell annual leave

Enhanced parental leave

Life assurance and income protection

Staff discounts for eye care and gym membership

Job summary

A regulatory body for dental professionals is seeking a Hearings Committee Secretary in London. This full-time role involves overseeing hearings, summarizing cases, and ensuring compliance with rules. Ideal candidates will have experience in a legal or adjudicatory environment and strong determination writing skills. The position offers generous benefits, including holidays and pension contributions.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of professional regulation, hearings and/or legal processes.
• Experience drafting decisions as a Committee Secretary.
• Ability to manage high-pressure hearing environments.
• Proficient in determination writing under tight time constraints.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills for a formal public tribunal setting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Committee Secretary in hearings.
• Prepare draft determination reflecting decisions.
• Ensure administrative procedures comply with GDC rules.
• Respond to enquiries on behalf of Head of Hearings.
• Decide on and arrange payment of fees due to Chair and members.
• Examine legal information and evaluate case bundles before commencement.
• Respond to enquiries and make decisions on behalf of Head of Hearings or deputy.

Skills

Knowledge of professional regulation

Committee/Panel Secretary experience

Ability to work under pressure

Determination writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

Join the Hearings Committee Secretary role at General Dental Council.

Location & Contract

London - Hybrid. 12‑month fixed term. Full‑time, 40 hours.

Pay

Base pay range (actual pay based on skills and experience).

Responsibilities

• Sit as Committee Secretary in hearings, support procedural advice to Chair, members, legal adviser, parties, witnesses.
• Summarise cases and prepare draft determinations reflecting decisions and reasons.
• Resolve problems arising during a hearing and keep cases on track.
• Ensure administrative procedures comply with GDC rules.
• Decide on and arrange payment of fees due to Chair and members.
• Examine legal information and evaluate case bundles before commencement.
• Respond to enquiries and make decisions on behalf of Head of Hearings or deputy.

Qualifications

• In‑depth knowledge and understanding of professional regulation, hearings and/or legal or adjudicatory processes.
• Experience as a Committee/Panel Secretary drafting decisions, not just minutes.
• Work well in a high‑pressure public hearing environment.
• Proficient in determination writing under tight time constraints.
• Well‑developed interpersonal skills for a formal public tribunal setting.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays), rising to 30 days after 2 years’ service.
• Employer pension contributions up to 10%.
• Buy/Sell annual leave.
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave after 1 year.
• Life assurance, income protection plan, enhanced sick leave.
• Staff discounts including eye care and gym membership.

How to Apply

Please click the apply button. Closing date: 23:59 on 24 October 2025. Include a supporting statement/cover letter using the S.T.A.R method. No agencies unless instructed otherwise.