Continuing Healthcare Lawyer

Healthcare Lawyer

Salary: £35,000-£40,000

Location:

Leeds - Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

We are recruiting for a Healthcare Lawyer to join a well-established law firm in Leeds with a growing healthcare team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support individuals and families in securing healthcare funding and to develop a career in a highly specialised area of law.

This role is open to qualified solicitors or legal executives who are seeking to retrain. Prior experience is not essential, and full training and support will be provided.

You will advise and represent clients on healthcare funding matters, including funding applications, appeals, reviews, and retrospective claims. You will manage your own caseload and deliver a high standard of client care in matters that are often sensitive and complex.

• Managing a caseload of NHS Continuing Healthcare cases
• Advising clients on eligibility, assessments, appeals, and reviews
• Drafting written submissions and supporting documentation
• Liaising with NHS bodies, professionals, and client families
• Providing clear, empathetic, and professional advice throughout

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (essential)
• Experience in healthcare law, personal injury law, public law, Court of Protection, community care, or similar areas or strong transferable post-qualification experience
• Willingness to retrain as a healthcare lawyer
• Excellent client care skills with a compassionate and professional approach
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines
• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Salary of £35,000-£40,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid work (2-3 days from home)
• Comprehensive training in a niche and growing practice area
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Long-term career development opportunities

For further details, please contact Stan Wilson @ Simpson Judge on phone number removed or