Junior Solicitor (1-3 Years PQE)
Overview:
An exciting new opportunity for a talented and ambitious solicitor with 1-3 years PQE, ready for a new challenge! We are 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 with flexibility to take your career to focus and development an area of choice.
You will work alongside industry experts, handling a variety of high-profile cases while benefiting from a supportive, friendly 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.
* A Hybrid working model (2 days per week in the office) and choice of office location between Guildford, central London or a combination of the two.
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