In-House Healthcare Solicitor - Retrain Opportunity

Our client, a nationally recognised charity based in Northampton, Northamptonshire, is seeking an In-House Solicitor to join their team.

This is a unique opportunity for a qualified solicitor to move into healthcare law, with full support provided through training, specialist webinars, and ongoing development.

Working closely with senior leadership and operational teams, the successful candidate will provide legal advice across a broad range of areas including governance, regulatory compliance, and healthcare-related matters. This is a highly collaborative and advisory role, offering the opportunity to develop specialist expertise within a rewarding and purpose-driven organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice across healthcare, regulatory, and governance matters

• Develop knowledge in healthcare law through supported training and practical experience

• Draft and advise on access permissions, including research and elective placements

• Support on HM Coroner matters, including reports, investigations, and inquests

• Assist with matters relating to mental capacity, DoLS, and patient rights

• Manage and advise on complaints, including escalation to Ombudsman level

• Advise on data protection and patient information requests

• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and support implementation across the organisation

• Draft and review policies, procedures, and internal guidance

• Support governance, compliance, and risk management processes

• Liaise with external solicitors and counsel where required

Requirements / Skills / Experience:

Essential:

• Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate

• Experience providing legal advice in a commercial, public sector, or regulated environment

• Strong communication and drafting skills

• Ability to manage a varied workload and work independently

• Interest in developing a specialism in healthcare law

Desirable:

• Previous exposure to healthcare, regulatory, or public sector law

• Experience advising on governance, compliance, or data protection matters

Package / Benefits:

• 27 days holiday rising to 33, plus bank holidays

• Flexible and hybrid working

• Company pension scheme

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and sick pay

• Employee discounts

• Ongoing training, development, and support to build a specialism in healthcare law

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.