Solicitor - Regulatory NMC

Weightmans; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Weightmans is seeking motivated individuals to join their healthcare regulatory team in Cardiff. The successful candidate will undertake pivotal tasks for the Nursing and Midwifery Council, managing cases and supervising junior staff while contributing to their expanding practice in an award-winning firm. Candidates should have a passion for healthcare regulation and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Supportive environment

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years PQE in healthcare regulatory fields.
• Experience supervising or supporting junior colleagues.
• Positive attitude and responsiveness to client needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases and supervise paralegals.
• Review evidence and draft court documents.
• Interview witnesses and correspond with stakeholders.

Skills

Proactive approach

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Strong written and analytical skills

Ability to meet KPIs

Tools

IT skills

Job description

About your new role

The Regulatory Department is one of the largest in the country and is recognized by clients and other lawyers as one of the best. We advise clients across sectors including health, public sector, corporations, and individuals.

An exciting opportunity to join our expanding healthcare regulatory team, undertaking investigations and key tasks for the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). You will work under the supervision of a partner or solicitor and supervise paralegals within the team.

The team is at the forefront of developing our practice areas, expanding our expertise to new clients and professional regulators.

The healthcare sector is fast-moving, and working for our clients offers very interesting work. The successful candidates will be highly motivated to develop their own and the team's practices. We provide a supportive environment with career progression opportunities, committed to diversity, inclusion, and social mobility.

The role includes:

1. Case management and progression under supervision.
2. Supervision and management of paralegals.
3. Reviewing evidence.
4. Interviewing witnesses and drafting statements.
5. Corresponding with witnesses, experts, counsel, and stakeholders.
6. Supporting stakeholders, including vulnerable witnesses.
7. Drafting court documents.
8. Drafting legal advice on evidence and case status.

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About You

You will have previous experience and a genuine interest in this area of work. You should also have/be:

• 2+ years PQE
• Experience in healthcare or healthcare regulatory fields
• A proactive approach and team player
• Good communication skills and a person-centered approach
• Experience supervising or supporting junior colleagues
• Ability to meet KPIs, deadlines, and chargeable hours targets
• Excellent IT and administrative skills
• Strong written and analytical skills with attention to detail
• A positive attitude and responsiveness to client and stakeholder needs

If you meet these criteria and are enthusiastic and eager to learn, we look forward to your application.

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates are encouraged to contact us directly for inquiries or more information. Our recruitment team is here to assist.

Why work for us

Join our award-winning organization. Weightmans has been recognized as a leading employer for 18 consecutive years at Britain’s Top Employers awards 2025, ranking 5th, and has secured top positions in Chambers UK.

Embark on this journey with Weightmans toward becoming one of the Top 30 UK Law firms.

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