Hybrid Medico-Legal Adviser - 12-Month Contract

Medico Legal Adviser - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Location:Glasgow City Centre or Central London (Holborn)

Hours:Full- or part-time position available

Working pattern:Aminimum of 3 days (21 hours) required, up to 5 days (35 hours)

Hybrid Working:Office focused with flexibility to work elsewhere on occasion

Salary:Competitive (dependent on experience)

Closing date: Sunday, 07 June 2026

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier in the event we receive a large number of applicants

The role :

We're looking for a Medico-Legal Adviser to join our dedicated and passionate Medical Division on a fixed term basis.

We are open to applications on a full- and part-time basis for both our London and Glasgow offices.

About the role:

As a Medico-Legal Adviser, you will play a crucial role in providing expert advice and assistance to MDDUS members.

As a pivotal part of our team, you will champion membership and development initiatives, aligning seamlessly with our corporate and financial objectives.

Your commitment will be instrumental in upholding our values, putting our members at the forefront of everything that we do.

Who we are looking for:

We're in search of candidates who are passionate about supporting healthcare professionals and can add real value to the care of our members while supporting with medico-legal matters.

Your insights and experience of general practice or secondary care across the UK will be your greatest asset, combined with experience of, or an interest, in medical law and ethics.

Minimum Requirements for the Role:

These minimum requirements ensure that applicants possess the necessary medical and legal qualifications to fulfil the role effectively

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent).
• GMC Registration
• Post-graduate medical qualifications such as Royal College membership or equivalent.
  

In addition to the minimum criteria, we are also keen to hear from candidates who possess the following qualities:

Attention to detail:Highly organised, with experience of writing and drafting reports and analytical documents

Good Stakeholder Management:Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at different levels across our business and membership

Strong communicator:Both written and verbally and able to interact with members with compassion and patience.

Independent and collaborative:Comfortable working both on your own and as part of a team while managing a varied workload.

Ambitious and Motivated: with a strong desire to deliver the highest quality of service to our members.

Why You Should Join Us:

• MDDUS celebrates and promotesdiversity and inclusion so that colleagues can work in an environment where they can be their true selves
• As an organisation who provide support to healthcare professionals when they need it most, that commitment is also extended to our colleagues through a variety of wellbeing, charity and engagement initiatives.
• As a member of the team, you'll have the opportunity to maintain GMC registration, engage in continuous professional development, and further enhance your skills in medical law and ethics.

What MDDUS can offer you:

• A collaborative and supportive team environment that fosters growth, innovation and encourages colleagues to bring the best versions of themselves to work
• A pathway for career growth, allowing you to participate in projects, contribute to strategy development, and take on additional responsibilities based on your skills and abilities.
• A competitive benefits package, with the opportunities to mix and match to suit your needs.

Employee benefit package

We also have a range of benefits to employees including but not limited to:

• 15% non-contributory employer pension contribution
• 27 Days annual leave per year
• 8 bank holiday days per year (in addition to annual leave allocation)
• Private medical cover for employees (option to cover immediate family at a cost)
• Home and office flexibility
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• Group life insurance
• A range of additional voluntary benefits
• Employee assistance program (EAP) to support wellbeing and remote GP services
• Numerous employee engagement initiatives

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today!

To find out more about Life in MDDUS, check out ourCareers Page.

To apply for this role please provide a CV and cover letter outlining why you would be great as a medico-legal adviser.

If you have any questions on the role before you apply, or wish to discuss the role informally with a member of the Medical Division, please contact and a member of our team will contact you as soon as possible.

Medico Legal Adviser - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Attractive (dependent on experience)

Experience

NHS, Secondary Care, Medico Legal, Clinical Experience, GP, Doctor, Primary and Secondary Care Management