Health and Social Care Solicitor

Health & Social Care/Pharmacy Solicitor

• Annual Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 (DOE)


• Location: Guildford


• Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid

We are seeking a Health & Social Care/Pharmacy Solicitor to join our clients esteemed team in the beautiful location based in Guildford. This role offers a unique split focus, with 50% dedicated to our Health and Social Care Provider Team and 50% working alongside a partner specialising in regulatory and disciplinary work for pharmacists and pharmacies.

Day-to-day of the role:

Health and Social Care Provider Team:

• Advise on CQC and Ofsted applications for registration and on suspected unregistered provision.


• Challenge draft inspection reports.


• Defend providers subject to civil and criminal enforcement action taken by Ofsted and CQC.


• Advise on safeguarding enquiries.


• Handle contractual disputes involving care providers, particularly involving fees.


• Engage in potential judicial review challenges against regulatory bodies.

Pharmacy Regulatory and Disciplinary Work:

• Assist individual pharmacists in Fitness to Practise proceedings.


• Provide advice and representation for pharmacists and/or pharmacy businesses at inquests.


• Offer bespoke advice on medicines legislation.


• Handle applications to ICBs concerning the provision of NHS pharmaceutical services and appeals.


• Involve in criminal prosecutions, appeals to the High Court, and judicial review.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Qualified solicitor with 2 - 6 years PQE.


• Experience in health and social care law, pharmacy law, or a general regulatory background.


• Candidates with a specialism in criminal law or those with bar qualifications are also encouraged to apply.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.


• A proactive approach and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with excellent career prospects.


• Opportunity to work in a nationally reputed firm.


• Supportive team environment with scope for professional growth.


• Flexible working arrangements.

To apply for this Health & Social Care/Pharmacy Solicitor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience to Mark Watts at Reed, your local legal recruitment professional.

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