Regulatory Healthcare Associate, Bristol

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking an experienced Associate or Senior Associate in Bristol with over 5 years of post-qualification experience in healthcare regulatory matters. The successful candidate will manage a complex caseload, including representing clients at inquests and advising on regulatory investigations. This role offers hybrid working conditions, a comprehensive rewards package, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Comprehensive rewards package

Hybrid working arrangements

Supportive team culture

Career progression pathways

Well-being programmes

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in healthcare regulatory, disciplinary, and inquest work.
• Experience working with healthcare regulators.
• Ability to manage high-volume and complex caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients at coroner's inquests.
• Advise on investigations by regulators.
• Draft pleadings and witness statements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Advocacy skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified solicitor

Tools

Legal research tools and software

Job description

Associate - Regulatory Healthcare - Bristol - 5+ Years PQE

Location: Bristol

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)

Salary: £55,000 to £75,000

A leading legal team is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Associate or Senior Associate with 5+ years' post-qualification experience in healthcare regulatory, inquests, and professional discipline to join its Bristol office. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile and sensitive matters for healthcare providers, insurers, indemnifiers, and public sector bodies.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing a complex and varied caseload, including:

• Representing clients at coroner's inquests, including NHS Trusts
• Advising on investigations by regulators such as GMC, GDC, GOC, NMC, and HCPC
• Working closely with NHS Trusts, private healthcare providers, indemnifiers, and insurers
• Conducting legal research and analysis to support case strategy
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and correspondence
• Liaising with clients, medical professionals, and experts to gather evidence
• Attending hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations
• Maintaining accurate case documentation
• Collaborating with colleagues across the Healthcare Team

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 5+ years PQE in healthcare regulatory, disciplinary, and inquest work
• Proven experience working with healthcare regulators
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage high-volume and complex caseloads
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software
• High professionalism and integrity
• Experience supervising junior team members

Benefits

The team offers:

• A comprehensive and flexible rewards package
• Hybrid working arrangements
• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• Clear career progression pathways
• Robust well-being programmes and tailored benefits

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

This employer is an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*