Healthcare Advisory Associate

Ready to elevate your Healthcare career to the next level? Join this L500 Top Tier department and take ownership of complex Court of Protection & Mental Health Law matters, with a clear pathway to progress.

The firm have reinforced their status as a regional heavyweight through their innovative thinking and ever-growing ambition to tackle new legal challenges. The numerous L500 Top Tier departments across their offices have allowed them to mark their territory as a leading player in the North and across the nation. Intrinsically, their client base includes some of the largest businesses and UHNW individuals domestically and overseas.

Their employee-focused approach is second to none and has been a catalyst for their success. Organic growth, through nurturing and developing talent, has allowed many individuals to progress through the ranks towards partnership.

Whilst the quality of work is that of an international firm, they offer the work/life balance of a regional, with many of their fee-earners working flexibly, from home or part-time hours.

The Role:

• This is a highly progressive opportunity for a Healthcare Advisory Associate to join the firm's L500 Tier 1 department in Newcastle, with hybrid working in place
• You will join a close-knit team of specialists, with a focus on mental capacity law and mental health law
• As such, you will advise on general healthcare matters including Mental Capacity Act/Mental Health Act matters; represent healthcare clients in Court of Protection s21a challenges; draft applications for Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards authorisations; undertake advocacy at inquests and court hearings; effectively represent NHS clients
• As an Associate, you will also supervise and delegate work to other members of the team

The Ideal Candidate:

• A qualified Healthcare Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years PQE
• Experience in Court of Protection and Inquests work is essential
• Well-organised and proactive
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good written and oral communication skills

Benefits:

• Competitive salary above the market rate
• Hybrid working - 2/3 day working week split
• Extensive benefits package

This is a standout opportunity for a Healthcare Advisory Associate to join the firm's vibrant office in Newcastle.

Apply now for immediate consideration, or feel free to give me a call for a confidential conversation.