Paralegal - Regulatory Healthcare

Why join us?

Due to continued growth, DWF are seeking an experienced and proactive Paralegal to join our highly regarded Health Care team.

The team is recognised for its specialist industry expertise and for delivering high quality, commercially focused advice to a diverse client base, including private sector organisations, local authorities and the NHS.

You will work within a team handling a broad and varied caseload, including healthcare regulatory matters (defending healthcare professionals before regulators), disciplinary work, inquest law, medico legal advisory work, criminal matters, and some clinical negligence cases.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on behalf of leading insurers, managing high quality, mid to high value work within a supportive and ambitious team.

This role can be based in one of our UK offices including Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool.

Responsibilities

• Support senior team members on a varied caseload of healthcare regulatory matters, disciplinary cases and inquests.
• Assist with the management of non-claims matters under supervision.
• Prepare chronologies, draft correspondence, and review medical records.
• Liaise with clients, courts, counsel, and experts.
• Conduct legal research and maintain case management systems.
• Prepare bundles for hearings and conferences.
• Attend client meetings and case conferences as required.
• Monitor and diarise court dates, deadlines, and key tasks.
• Complete MI and prepare for client audits.

What will help you succeed in this role? Essential

• Previous and tangible experience handling a caseload in your own right, or assisting senior team members, preferably including defendant regulatory healthcare cases.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Confidence in dealing with medical records and legal documents.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems (e.g., Visualfiles).
• Team player with a proactive and flexible approach.

What we offer

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

About us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.