Healthcare Regulatory Solicitor / Partner – Leading Law Firm – Manchester

Are you a senior solicitor or partner-level lawyer with strong experience in healthcare regulatory law? I’m working exclusively with a leading national law firm to recruit for a key hire within their highly regarded Healthcare Regulatory team, based in Manchester.

This is a strategic role offering the chance to join a top-tier firm with a well-established reputation in the health and social care sectors. Whether you’re looking to step up into partnership or bring an existing following, this is a rare opportunity to play a central part in the continued growth of a nationally recognised team.

The Role:

You’ll be advising a broad spectrum of healthcare clients including NHS Trusts, private healthcare providers, insurers, and regulatory bodies. Typical matters include:

• CQC inspections and enforcement
• Public inquiries and inquests
• Professional discipline and fitness to practise
• Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act advice
• Safeguarding, clinical governance, and regulatory compliance

Depending on your experience, you’ll either lead on complex matters or oversee a small team, contribute to business development, and help shape the strategic direction of the regulatory practice.

What We’re Looking For:

• UK qualified Solicitor or Partner with strong healthcare regulatory expertise
• Proven track record advising public and/or private health sector clients
• Excellent technical skills, with strong advocacy or investigation experience
• An interest in team leadership, supervision, and/or developing a following
• Experience in handling sensitive, high-profile matters is highly desirable

Why Join This Firm?

• Tier 1 ranking in Legal 500 & Chambers for Healthcare work
• Clear pathway to equity (if applicable)
• National and high-profile client base
• Flexible hybrid working (2-3 days office based)
• Excellent benefits: bonus, healthcare, enhanced pension, generous leave

If you’re ready to take the next step in your regulatory career-whether as a senior solicitor looking for progression, or an established partner ready for a new platform-this is an opportunity worth exploring.

Apply below or contact Charlotte at Austen Lloyd in complete confidence, on 01275 463 111, Reference: CW 59732 : (Healthcare | Regulatory | Manchester):