Job description

Junior Solicitor (1-3 Years PQE)

Overview:
Are you a talented and ambitious solicitor with 1-3 years PQE, ready for a new challenge? We are excited to present a fantastic opportunity to join a nationally recognised team specialising in Health & Social Care and Pharmacy law. This dynamic role offers exposure to fascinating and complex regulatory and compliance matters, allowing you to develop your expertise in a truly rewarding field.

You will work alongside industry experts, handling a variety of high-profile cases while benefiting from a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you're looking for a role that blends career progression with meaningful work, this is it.

About the Role:
Your time will be split between two specialist areas:

Health & Social Care (75%)
As part of the highly regarded Health & Social Care Provider Team, you'll take on responsibilities such as:

• Advising on CQC and Ofsted applications for registration and addressing suspected unregistered provision.
• Challenging draft inspection reports to protect clients' interests.
• Defending care providers facing civil or criminal enforcement action by regulatory bodies.
• Providing guidance on safeguarding enquiries.
• Advising on contractual disputes, particularly around care provider fees.
• Assisting with judicial review challenges against regulatory authorities.
• This nationally recognised team is known for its excellence, offering you the chance to build a stellar career in a respected area of law.

Pharmacy Law (25%)
You'll also collaborate with a partner specialising in pharmacy law, gaining exposure to diverse cases such as:

• Representing pharmacists in Fitness to Practice proceedings.
• Advising and representing pharmacists or pharmacy businesses at inquests.
• Providing bespoke advice on medicines legislation.
• Handling NHS pharmaceutical services applications to ICBs.
• Supporting criminal prosecutions, High Court appeals, and judicial reviews.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• 1-3 years PQE with experience in regulatory, compliance, or health and social care law.
• Exceptional legal research, drafting, and advocacy skills.
• A sharp eye for detail and professionalism in managing complex caseloads.
• Outstanding communication and client management abilities.
• A proactive, collaborative, and solution-focused approach.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ownership benefits through an employee-owned trust.
• Clear career progression within a nationally acclaimed team.
• Exposure to high-profile, complex, and meaningful cases.
• A friendly, supportive, and inclusive workplace culture that values your development.

How to Apply:
Take the next exciting step in your legal career and join a team that leads the way in Health & Social Care and Pharmacy law. To learn more, please send your CV to Anthony.butler@gerrardwhite.com.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and clients

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