Fitness to Practice / Regulatory Solicitor

Fitness to Practice / Regulatory Solicitor

Competitive salary up to £75,000 depending on experience

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Manchester - Ref: 941223DL

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.

Due to continued growth, the team is seeking a Regulatory Solicitor to join its Manchester office, working on varied and intellectually challenging cases with clear responsibility, strong supervision and excellent career development opportunities. This role is ideal for a solicitor who enjoys investigative work, managing complex evidence and seeing cases through from initial investigation to final hearing.

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