William James Recruitment
Inquests Solicitor
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Inquests Solicitor - London - Up to £85,000
A well-established UK law firm is looking to recruit an Inquests Solicitor to join its specialist healthcare team in London.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Inquests Solicitor with 4+ years' PQE to work on a varied caseload of Inquest and Court of Protection matters for clients across the healthcare and public sectors.
The role will primarily focus on managing a caseload of inquests, with opportunities to become involved in wider healthcare advisory and regulatory work.
The Role:
- Manage a varied caseload of inquest matters
- Act for NHS organisations, healthcare providers and other relevant clients
- Attend inquest hearings and undertake advocacy at pre-inquest reviews and inquests
- Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings
- Provide clear, practical and strategic legal advice
- Assist with wider healthcare matters, including Court of Protection and regulatory work where appropriate
- Liaise with clients, witnesses, counsel and other relevant parties
- Draft correspondence, advice and case documentation
- Contribute to client relationships and the wider development of the team
- Travel nationally where required
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About You:
- Qualified Solicitor with 4–10 years' PQE
- Previous experience handling inquests
- Advocacy experience, with a willingness to further develop your advocacy skills
- Healthcare and regulatory experience would be advantageous
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strong communication, drafting and analytical abilities
- Confident managing your own caseload
- Able to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Strong client care and interpersonal skills
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The Benefits:
- Salary up to £85,000 depending on experience
- 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Private medical insurance
- Employer pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Enhanced sick and family leave
- Dental and travel insurance options
- Cycle to work and gym membership schemes
- Travel loan options
- Training, development and career progression
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone.
Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant INDDL
- Direct Dial: 020 3918 1665
- Mobile: 0737 602 8332
- Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com
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