Regulatory NMC Paralegal

Weightmans

  • Birmingham Manchester
  • £28,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
The Regulatory Department is one of the largest in the country and is recognised by clients and other lawyers as being one of the best. We advise clients across all sectors including health, public sector, corporations and individuals.An exciting opportunity to join our expanding healthcare regulatory team as a Paralegal, undertaking investigations and other key tasks for a large healthcare regulator.These roles build upon our existing Tier 1 ranked professional discipline practice as part of a new team.This team will be at the forefront of developing our practice areas, bringing our expertise to new clients with a view to expanding our work for professional regulators.The healthcare sector is fast moving and the challenge of working for our clients provides very interesting work. The successful candidates will be highly motivated to develop their own and our teams' practices. We provide a supportive environment in which to work with career progression within a firm committed to diversity, inclusion and social mobility.The role will include:
  • Case management and progression under lawyer level supervision
  • Reviewing evidence
  • Interviewing witnesses and drafting statements
  • Drafting instructions to counsel and experts
  • Corresponding with witnesses, experts, counsel and other stakeholders
  • Supporting stakeholders including vulnerable witnesses
  • Drafting court documents and preparing bundles
  • Assisting with drafting legal advice on evidence and case status
This list is not intended to be exhaustive and you will be expected to perform other duties and have other responsibilities that fall within the wider remit of the role. #INDLOWAbout YouPrevious experience as a Paralegal is desirable, as is a genuine and demonstrable interest in the above area of work. As the role is varied, we are looking for you to have a flexible approach to the work you do and be able to adapt to different tasks. We also require you to have:
  • Previous experience of working as a paralegal in the healthcare, regulatory or insurance fields
  • The ability to work to KPIs, other deadlines and meet a chargeable hours target
  • Excellent IT and administrative skills
  • Good communication skills and able to demonstrate a person centred approach
  • Good written skills
  • Good analytical skills demonstrating an attention to detail
  • A positive attitude and being able to respond to the needs of clients and stakeholders
  • A proactive approach and be able to work well under supervision as part of a team
If you have enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn, we look forward to receiving your application.Why work for usCome and join our organisation and team. Weightmans has been recognised as a leading employer for the 18th consecutive year at Britain's Top Employers awards 2025, and ranking 5th in the list, the firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK.Embark on this journey with Weightmans towards becoming one of the Top 30 UK Law firms.Why work for us? Take a look:This link contains information regarding Culture, Benefits, D&I, Recruitment Agency PSL/Non PSL and Eligibility to work in the UK information.Work for a firm where people matter - work for Weightmans

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