Junior Associate/Associate (Inquest & Regulatory)

Clyde & Co; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Care Home Inquests and Regulatory Crime Lawyer. The successful applicant will represent various corporate clients and insurers, working within a top SHE regulatory team. Ideal candidates should have 2-5 years PQE and experience in healthcare inquests. This role offers competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-5 years PQE with experience in healthcare inquests.
• Experience with Care Quality Commission investigations is a plus.
• Willingness to travel within England and Wales.

Responsibilities

• Represent corporate clients in healthcare inquests.
• Work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Deliver professional services to a range of clients.

Skills

Healthcare inquests

Effective communication

Inquest advocacy

Criminal Health & Safety regulatory background

Job description

We are looking to recruit an experienced Care Home Inquests and Regulatory Crime Lawyer to work in one of the country's leading SHE Regulatory teams representing various corporate clients and insurers.

The Team

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a top 20 International law firm with one of the UK's country's leading Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) departments, working out of its Manchester office. Recognised in Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500 for both disciplines of Health and Safety and Environmental work, we have a collaborative, supportive team working in a modern, flexible environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• You should ideally have 2-5 years PQE with proven experience in healthcare inquests – either from a Healthcare background, or from a Criminal Health & Safety regulatory background.
• Ideally, but not required, experience with Care Quality Commission criminal investigations and prosecutions.
• You will be a highly determined individual able to adapt well within a demanding, fast‑paced team.
• Experience conducting inquest advocacy is preferable, but not a requirement.
• You will be willing and available to travel to anywhere in England and Wales to support clients and have a full driving licence.
• You will enjoy being challenged by complex legal issues and expanding your knowledge.
• You will be a confident and effective communicator.
• You will be focused on delivering a highly professional service to a range of corporate and insurer clients.

The successful applicant can expect

• A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• The opportunity to become a specialist in a growing industry sector.
• A key lawyer on one of the department's key corporate accounts.
• A friendly and collaborative team environment.
• Genuine opportunities for career advancement within an international law firm.
• Being part of an organisation that is genuinely committed to its people.

In return, you will benefit from being part of an organisation that is genuinely committed to its people. Within our friendly department you will have access to a range of learning and development opportunities designed to support your ongoing progression.

The Firm

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net‑Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

Our Commitment

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process.

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