Fitness to Practice / Regulatory Solicitor

Fitness to Practice / Regulatory Solicitor

Location: Birmingham. Salary: up to £75,000 depending on experience. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

This is a standout opportunity to join a highly regarded national regulatory and professional discipline team, recognised for its expertise in complex fitness to practice and regulatory investigations. The firm acts for a wide range of professional regulators, with a particular focus on the healthcare sector. The team handles sensitive and often high profile matters that sit at the intersection of public protection, professional standards, and regulatory enforcement.

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

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
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Clear career progression within a market leading team
• Supportive supervision and access to specialist advocates
• Strong administrative and paralegal support
• Long term development within a specialist regulatory practice