Fitness to Practice​/Regulatory Solicitor

Fitness to Practice / Regulatory Solicitor – Manchester – Up to £75,000

This is a standout opportunity to join a highly regarded national regulatory and professional discipline team, recognised for its strength in complex fitness to practice work.

The firm acts for a wide range of professional regulators, with a particular focus on the healthcare sector, handling sensitive and high‑profile investigations that sit at the intersection of public protection and professional standards.

Due to continued growth, the team is now seeking a Regulatory Solicitor to join its Manchester office, working on challenging, varied cases with clear responsibility and strong partner support.

This role would suit a solicitor who enjoys investigative work, managing complex evidence, and running cases through to hearing.

• Managing a caseload of fitness to practice and professional discipline investigations
• Preparing case plans and advising on procedural and evidential issues
• Acting as the main point of contact for witnesses and key stakeholders
• Overseeing evidence gathering, disclosure and witness statements
• Instructing experts and liaising with internal and external advocates
• Drafting or reviewing allegations and preparing cases for hearing
• Attending hearings where legal or procedural issues arise
• Presenting cases before practice committees and interim orders panels
• Preparing reports and recommendations at the conclusion of cases

• Qualified solicitor with 2+ years PQE in regulatory, disciplinary or litigation work
• Experience of fitness to practice, healthcare regulation or professional discipline is highly desirable
• Strong case management and investigative skills
• Confident handling sensitive material and vulnerable witnesses
• Excellent drafting and attention to detail
• Comfortable working with counsel and managing complex evidence
• Organised, resilient and able to manage competing deadlines

• Competitive salary up to £75,000, dependent on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• High‑quality, nationally recognised regulatory work
• Clear progression within a market‑leading team
• Supportive supervision and access to specialist advocates
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Strong administrative and paralegal support
• Long‑term career development in a specialist practice area

Contact Danielle Lawton

Retained Consultant –
INDDL

Email:
Danielle.

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