Senior Solicitor | Leading Healthcare Service Provider

Compass Associates; Nottingham; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare service provider is seeking a Senior Solicitor with over 5 years of PQE to manage inquest cases. You will prepare for court hearings, draft legal documents, and liaise with key parties. Strong legal drafting and communication skills are essential. This role offers a competitive salary and is fixed-term over 12 months, with remote working options available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE.
• Proven experience managing inquest cases independently.
• Excellent legal drafting and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of inquest cases.
• Preparing for court hearings and advocacy.
• Drafting witness statements and legal reports.

Skills

Legal drafting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Senior Solicitor | Leading Healthcare Service Provider
Competitive Salary
Remote
Fixed Term Contract (12m)

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of inquest cases, providing clear legal advice to internal stakeholders.
• Preparing for and attending court hearings, including advocacy throughout the case process.
• Drafting witness statements, legal reports, and written submissions.
• Liaising with key external parties such as HM Coroners, police, medical experts, and witnesses.
• Producing management reports on case progress and legal risks.
• Supporting and mentoring team members involved in inquest preparation and advocacy.
• Instructing and overseeing the work of external legal advisors, where necessary.
• Deputising for the head of the inquests team when required, including briefing senior leaders.

Requirements

• 5+ years PQE
• Proven experience managing and preparing inquest cases independently.
• Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Confidence and credibility to interact with HM Coroners, legal professionals, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple complex cases.
• A proactive and commercial approach to problem-solving.
• Comfortable working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Experience in healthcare or the prison sector is highly desirable, with an understanding of healthcare law.
• Familiarity with information governance and regulatory is highly desirable.

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact Simon Codling directly.