Inquests Solicitor - Healthcare & Public Sector (Hybrid)

William James Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Life assurance

Family leave provisions

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Cycle-to-work

Gym membership

Travel loan

Training & progression

Job summary

William James Recruitment represents a highly regarded healthcare law team seeking an Inquests Solicitor in Manchester. The role offers exposure to complex inquest matters for healthcare providers and public sector clients, with a strong client-contact and advocacy opportunity.

Qualified Solicitor (4-10 PQE) with inquest experience is preferred, along with drafting excellence and stakeholder management. The position supports hybrid/flexible working and national travel as required.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 4-10 years' PQE.
• Experience managing inquest matters and advising clients throughout the inquest process.
• Advocacy experience and confidence appearing at hearings, or a willingness to develop advocacy skills.
• Experience in healthcare, regulatory or public sector work is advantageous.
• Excellent drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of inquest matters from instruction to conclusion.
• Advise healthcare organisations, NHS bodies and public sector clients on inquest issues.
• Attend pre-inquest review hearings and inquests, undertaking advocacy where appropriate.
• Prepare clients, witnesses and stakeholders for hearings and proceedings.
• Provide strategic, practical and commercially focused legal advice on complex matters.
• Support clients in coronial investigations and related inquiries.
• Assist with Court of Protection, healthcare regulatory and advisory matters as appropriate.
• Draft detailed legal opinions, statements and case documents.
• Liaise with counsel, experts, coroners and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through service delivery.
• Contribute to business development and growth of healthcare practice.
• Travel nationally to attend hearings and client engagements.

Skills

Inquests experience

Healthcare sector experience

Advocacy experience

Regulatory/public sector knowledge

Drafting skills

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

William James Recruitment represents a highly regarded healthcare law team seeking an Inquests Solicitor in Manchester. The role offers exposure to complex inquest matters for healthcare providers and public sector clients, with a strong client-contact and advocacy opportunity.

Qualified Solicitor (4-10 PQE) with inquest experience is preferred, along with drafting excellence and stakeholder management. The position supports hybrid/flexible working and national travel as required.