Job summary
The HFEA is the UK's independent regulator overseeing safe and
appropriate practice in fertility treatment and embryo research. We license and
monitor clinics carrying out IVF, donor insemination, and human embryo
research.
We are looking for a full-time Legal Adviser to work
within our small team. The Legal Adviser plays an active part in the work of the HFEA,
particularly in relation to the work of the policy team, by providing legal support
and advice on key areas of regulatory activity and being involved in policy
projects.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work closely with the Senior Legal Adviser, to help provide a responsive and resilient legal service within the organisation.The Legal Adviser alsosupportsother colleagues including the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team, looking at issues relating to our legislation and regulations as they arise and supporting areas of work across the whole organisation.This includes the ongoing work to consider how the HFE Act should be updated.
Interviews are likely to take place on Tuesday 10th June. Start date would be as soon as possible.
About us
The HFEA is
the UK's independent regulator overseeing safe and appropriate practice in
fertility treatment and embryo research. We license and monitor clinics
carrying out IVF, donor insemination, and human embryo research.
This post is
offered as either office based (in which case you will need to attend the
office at least one day per week)or home based (in which case office attendance will be specified by
your line manager based on business need). Our office is in Stratford, east
London, in attractive new premises on the edge of the Olympic Park, alongside
several other health Arms Length Bodies. In addition to flexibility and hybrid
working we offer generous annual leave and pension arrangements.
The HFEA is a
member of the Community Race and Work Charter and the Disability Confident
Charter. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and supportive working
environment that is free from any form of discrimination. We recognise that
there are real benefits of having a diverse community of staff and aim for our
workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society. Additionally,
we adopt a culture that hopes to attract and retain talented individuals that
want to work with us.
In November 2024, the HFEA was awarded People Insight's Outstanding Workplace Award 2024.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a qualified Solicitor/Barrister or equivalent. Experience of analysing legislation to produce practical legal advice, both written and oral are essential, along with experience in working independently and managing own deadlines. Previous experience in regulatory, healthcare or a public sector environment would be particularly valuable.
This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual who has experience in law to put their experience into practice across a broad range of interesting and important subject areas, you will have the chance to make a real and tangible difference to our work. For more information about the work the organisation does, please visit our website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a qualified Solicitor/Barrister or equivalent. Experience of analysing legislation to produce practical legal advice, both written and oral are essential, along with experience in working independently and managing own deadlines. Previous experience in regulatory, healthcare or a public sector environment would be particularly valuable.
This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual who has experience in law to put their experience into practice across a broad range of interesting and important subject areas, you will have the chance to make a real and tangible difference to our work. For more information about the work the organisation does, please visit our website.
Person Specification
Knowledge & skills
Essential
- Good IT skills including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Qualifications
Essential
- A qualified Solicitor / Barrister or equivalent
Managing work
Essential
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and competing priorities while working to tight deadlines and keeping calm under pressure
- Excellent planning and organisational skills
- Clear and succinct written and verbal communication skills
- Good time management skills and experience in handling multiple projects
Interpersonal skills
Essential
- Collaborative and a good team player positive and proactive
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the confidence to work with and communicate effectively with people at all levels
- Sensitive and discreet
Experience
Essential
- Experience in analysing legislation
- Experience in producing practical legal advice both written and oral
- Experience in working independently and managing own deadlines
Desirable
- Experience of advising in healthcare and/or regulation.
- Litigation experience
- Experience with data protection law
Person Specification
Knowledge & skills
Essential
- Good IT skills including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Qualifications
Essential
- A qualified Solicitor / Barrister or equivalent
Managing work
Essential
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and competing priorities while working to tight deadlines and keeping calm under pressure
- Excellent planning and organisational skills
- Clear and succinct written and verbal communication skills
- Good time management skills and experience in handling multiple projects
Interpersonal skills
Essential
- Collaborative and a good team player positive and proactive
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the confidence to work with and communicate effectively with people at all levels
- Sensitive and discreet
Experience
Essential
- Experience in analysing legislation
- Experience in producing practical legal advice both written and oral
- Experience in working independently and managing own deadlines
Desirable
- Experience of advising in healthcare and/or regulation.
- Litigation experience
- Experience with data protection law
