Healthcare Associate Solicitor, Belfast, £Neg.
Overview
A top-tier law firm is seeking a Healthcare Associate Solicitor to join their specialist team. This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor with experience in healthcare law or regulatory matters to work on a diverse range of high-profile matters, including clinical negligence, regulatory compliance, and advisory projects. The role offers exposure to both public and private sector clients, providing a chance to develop expertise in a fast-growing and complex area of law.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise clients on healthcare-related legal issues, including regulatory compliance, risk management, and governance matters.
- Handle healthcare litigation, including clinical negligence claims and related dispute resolution.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, policies, and legal documents relevant to the healthcare sector.
- Support public and private sector clients, including hospitals, trusts, and healthcare providers, on legal and compliance matters.
- Liaise with regulators, professional bodies, and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with legal obligations.
- Assist partners in developing case strategy and advising senior clients on complex healthcare matters.
- Contribute to process improvements and share best practice guidance within the team.
- Mentor junior team members where appropriate and support knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Essential Skills and Experience
- 34 years PQE in healthcare law, regulatory matters, or related litigation.
- Strong drafting, advisory, and research skills.
- Excellent client management and communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines efficiently.
- Commercially aware, proactive, and confident providing practical legal advice.
- Comfortable working across a diverse client base, including public and private sector organisations.
Whats on Offer
- Highly competitive remuneration and bonus.
- Exposure to complex, high-profile healthcare matters.
- Opportunity to work across both advisory and litigation work.
- Structured career development and mentorship from senior lawyers.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Chance to develop a specialist career in healthcare law.
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Skills:
associate solicitor healthcare litigation healthcare regulatory matters clinical negligence
Benefits:
competitive salary career progression
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