Offer summary

Qualifications:

Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate, At least 3 years' PQE with proven experience in managing inquest cases, Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and communication skills, Experience in healthcare or the prison sector is desirable..

Key responsibilities:

Managing a caseload of inquest cases and providing legal advice to stakeholders

Preparing for and attending court hearings, including advocacy

Drafting legal documents such as witness statements and reports

Liaising with external parties like HM Coroners and medical experts.

Job description

We’re offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Solicitor to join our legal team on a fixed-term contract to cover a period of maternity leave (up to 12 months).

This is a rewarding and high-profile role where you’ll provide end-to-end case management and advocacy for inquest cases arising from healthcare services and custodial settings across Practice Plus Group. You’ll have the chance to work in a supportive and collaborative legal team, making a real difference to how we manage sensitive and complex legal matters.

If you're looking to take ownership of meaningful work, build strong stakeholder relationships, and apply your legal expertise in a purposeful organisation, this role could be your ideal next step.

This role is fully home based with travel as necessary.

As our Senior Solicitor, you will be -

Managing a caseload of inquest cases, providing clear legal advice to internal stakeholders.
Preparing for and attending court hearings, including advocacy throughout the case process.
Drafting witness statements, legal reports, and written submissions.
Liaising with key external parties such as HM Coroners, police, medical experts, and witnesses.
Producing management reports on case progress and legal risks.
Supporting and mentoring team members involved in inquest preparation and advocacy.
Instructing and overseeing the work of external legal advisors, where necessary.
Deputising for the head of the inquests team when required, including briefing senior leaders.

This list is not intended to be exhaustive and you will have other duties and responsibilities that fall within the remit of the role.

Being a Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate and at least 3 years’ PQE, you will also

have –Proven experience managing and preparing inquest cases independently.
Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
Confidence and credibility to interact with HM Coroners, legal professionals, and internal stakeholders.
Strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple complex cases.
A proactive and commercial approach to problem-solving.
Comfortable working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Experience in healthcare or the prison sector – desirable.

Familiarity with information governance and regulatory compliance - desirable.

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