William James Recruitment
Fitness to Practice Solicitor
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Fitness to Practice Solicitor - Leeds - Up to £75,000
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Fitness to Practice Solicitor to join a highly regarded national regulatory team in Leeds.
The Fitness to Practice Solicitor will act for professional regulators, particularly within the healthcare sector, handling complex regulatory investigations and fitness to practice matters in Leeds.
This role involves managing cases from initial investigation through to final hearing, with exposure to sensitive and high-profile matters alongside strong support and clear progression opportunities.
The Role:
- Manage a caseload of fitness to practice and professional discipline investigations
- Prepare case plans and provide advice on procedural and evidential issues
- Act as the main point of contact for witnesses and key stakeholders
- Oversee evidence gathering, disclosure and witness statements
- Instruct experts and liaise with internal and external advocates
- Draft or review allegations and prepare cases for hearing
- Attend hearings where legal or procedural issues arise
- Present cases before practice committees and interim orders panels
- Prepare reports and recommendations at the conclusion of cases
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About You:
- Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years PQE in regulatory, disciplinary or litigation work
- Experience in fitness to practice, healthcare regulation or professional discipline is highly desirable
- Strong case management and investigative skills
- Confident handling sensitive material and vulnerable witnesses
- Excellent drafting, analytical and attention-to-detail skills
- Comfortable working with counsel and managing complex evidence
- Organised, resilient and able to manage competing deadlines
Benefits:
- Competitive salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Flexible working and an agile working culture
- Bonus scheme
- Up to 5% contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Income protection insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Corporate gym membership scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
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Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: 0113 511 7115
Mobile: 0737 602 8332
Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.
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