Inhouse Senior Inquests Solicitor

Yolk Recruitment; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected legal recruitment firm in South Wales is looking for a Senior Inquests Solicitor to join their in-house legal team. This role involves managing a caseload of inquests, providing strategic legal advice, and supporting NHS organisations in complex coronial matters. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with experience in dealing with sensitive matters and a strong advisory capacity. The position offers competitive salary, hybrid working, and excellent benefits including NHS perks.

Benefits

Excellent pension

NHS benefits

Flexible working

Supportive in-house environment

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Inquest / coronial experience is highly desirable.
• Experience advising public sector or healthcare clients is advantageous.
• Confident dealing with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of inquests and pre‑inquest reviews.
• Advising NHS organisations on coronial law and duty of candour.
• Drafting written submissions and preparing witnesses.
• Representing NHS bodies at inquests.
• Providing strategic legal advice on risk, learning and governance.
• Mentoring junior lawyers.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Advocacy

Advisory skills

Ability to deal with sensitive matters

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales)

Job description

Senior Inquests Solicitor (In-House)

📍 South Wales (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
💷 £63,150 - £73,379 per annum (Agenda for Change Band 8b)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Inquests Solicitor to join a respected in‑house legal team in South Wales, supporting NHS organisations with complex and sensitive coronial matters.

This role would suit a solicitor who enjoys high‑quality advisory work, advocacy, and making a real difference within the public sector, without the pressures of private practice billing.

The Role

You will play a senior role in managing and advising on coronial inquests, including complex and high‑profile cases, acting as a trusted legal advisor to clinicians, senior managers and NHS bodies.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of inquests and pre‑inquest reviews
• Advising NHS organisations on coronial law, duty of candour and disclosure
• Drafting written submissions and preparing witnesses
• Representing NHS bodies at inquests where appropriate
• Providing strategic legal advice on risk, learning and governance
• Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to service development

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales)
• Inquest / coronial experience is highly desirable
• Experience advising public sector or healthcare clients advantageous
• Confident dealing with sensitive matters and senior stakeholders
• Strong drafting, advocacy and advisory skills

What's on Offer

• Salary: £63,150 - £73,379 (Band 8b)
• Hybrid and flexible working
• No billing targets
• Excellent pension and NHS benefits
• Supportive, collegiate in‑house environment
• Genuine work‑life balance and long‑term career security

Location

South Wales – typically Cardiff or surrounding areas, with hybrid working and flexibility considered.

📞 Interested or want a confidential discussion? Get in touch with Daniel Mason