Inhouse Senior Inquests Solicitor

Senior Inquests Solicitor (In-House)

📍 South Wales (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
💷 £63,150 - £73,379 per annum (Agenda for Change Band 8b)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Inquests Solicitor to join a respected in-house legal team in South Wales, supporting NHS organisations with complex and sensitive coronial matters.

This role would suit a solicitor who enjoys high-quality advisory work, advocacy, and making a real difference within the public sector, without the pressures of private practice billing.

The Role

You will play a senior role in managing and advising on coronial inquests, including complex and high-profile cases, acting as a trusted legal advisor to clinicians, senior managers and NHS bodies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a caseload of inquests and pre-inquest reviews

• Advising NHS organisations on coronial law, duty of candour and disclosure

• Drafting written submissions and preparing witnesses

• Representing NHS bodies at inquests where appropriate

• Providing strategic legal advice on risk, learning and governance

• Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to service development

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales)

• Inquest / coronial experience is highly desirable

• Experience advising public sector or healthcare clients advantageous

• Confident dealing with sensitive matters and senior stakeholders

• Strong drafting, advocacy and advisory skills

What's on Offer

• Salary: £63,150 - £73,379 (Band 8b)

• Hybrid and flexible working

• No billing targets

• Excellent pension and NHS benefits

• Supportive, collegiate in-house environment

• Genuine work-life balance and long-term career security

Location

South Wales - typically Cardiff or surrounding areas, with hybrid working and flexibility considered.

📞 Interested or want a confidential discussion?
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