Policy Lawyer
Manchester, England, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 1 hour ago
General Medical Council (GMC)
Policy Lawyer
Manchester City Centre (hybrid)
Salary: Circa £53,000 dependent on experience
About The GMC
We work with doctors, physician associates (PAs), anaesthesia associates (AAs), those they care for and other stakeholders to support good, safe patient care across the UK. We set the standards doctors, PAs, AAs and their educators need to meet, and help them achieve them. If there are concerns these standards may not be met or that public confidence in doctors, PAs, or AAs may be at risk, we can investigate, and take action if needed.
The role
We are seeking a lawyer to provide legal policy support across the organisation, advising on the development of, and updates to, policy and guidance in collaboration with colleagues, and supporting important work related to the government’s reform of the GMC’s primary governing legislation.
Key Responsibilities
You will be a qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales with experience working in a regulatory or government environment, who can manage a complex workload and competing priorities.
You Will Also Demonstrate
You’ll Benefit From
You can find more detail on the tasks you will undertake, and the essential skills required for the role, in the job description.
Apply
If you are interested in applying for this role, please provide a CV and a supporting statement, which demonstrates your reason for applying and a summary of how you can meet the essential skills listed in the job description, providing examples where possible.
Please note, applications submitted without the above information will be considered incomplete and not shortlisted.
Details on how to complete the application can be found in the attached guidance document.
We let you know whether you will progress to the next stage of the recruitment process.
AI
We recognise that generative AI tools may assist you in refining your job application. It is essential to use these tools responsibly to ensure your application remains authentic and reflective of your personal experiences, so please ensure you read our AI guidance before submitting your application.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The GMC values diversity and has made a public commitment to processes and procedures that are fair, objective, transparent and free from discrimination. We are committed to the Disability Confident Employer scheme, and candidates with a disability who best meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification will be offered an interview.
Directorate
Fitness to Practise
Location
Manchester
Level
3
Salary
Circa £53,000 depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Closing date
23:59 Monday 28 September. Late applications will not be accepted.
Assessment date
Interviews are due to take place virtually via MS Teams on Monday 12 October 2026 and Wednesday 14 October 2026.
Job reference
GMC4651
Documents
Policy Lawyer
Manchester City Centre (hybrid)
Salary: Circa £53,000 dependent on experience
About The GMC
We work with doctors, physician associates (PAs), anaesthesia associates (AAs), those they care for and other stakeholders to support good, safe patient care across the UK. We set the standards doctors, PAs, AAs and their educators need to meet, and help them achieve them. If there are concerns these standards may not be met or that public confidence in doctors, PAs, or AAs may be at risk, we can investigate, and take action if needed.
The role
We are seeking a lawyer to provide legal policy support across the organisation, advising on the development of, and updates to, policy and guidance in collaboration with colleagues, and supporting important work related to the government’s reform of the GMC’s primary governing legislation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality legal advice both orally and in writing to colleagues across all levels of the organisation on policy-related matters
- Work alongside external organisations, including UK Government Departments and Devolved Administrations, to help ensure that GMC’s reformed primary governing legislation meets GMC requirements
- In conjunction with colleagues, draft GMC procedural rules, support the development of other legislation, and advise on the implications of proposed legislation on GMC activities
- Provide legal support and guidance to colleagues in relation to the management of and response to complex and challenging external enquiries
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Contribute to continuous improvement, training and knowledge sharing
You will be a qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales with experience working in a regulatory or government environment, who can manage a complex workload and competing priorities.
You Will Also Demonstrate
- Excellent advisory skills and sound legal judgement
- Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills
- A structured, organised approach to complex work
You’ll Benefit From
- a hybrid working approach, with some office attendance in Manchester, once a fortnight for collaboration and connection and the rest working from home.
- flexible working arrangements
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and the option to buy and sell more.
- A generous employer pension contribution of 15%
- Private medical insurance
You can find more detail on the tasks you will undertake, and the essential skills required for the role, in the job description.
Apply
If you are interested in applying for this role, please provide a CV and a supporting statement, which demonstrates your reason for applying and a summary of how you can meet the essential skills listed in the job description, providing examples where possible.
Please note, applications submitted without the above information will be considered incomplete and not shortlisted.
Details on how to complete the application can be found in the attached guidance document.
We let you know whether you will progress to the next stage of the recruitment process.
AI
We recognise that generative AI tools may assist you in refining your job application. It is essential to use these tools responsibly to ensure your application remains authentic and reflective of your personal experiences, so please ensure you read our AI guidance before submitting your application.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The GMC values diversity and has made a public commitment to processes and procedures that are fair, objective, transparent and free from discrimination. We are committed to the Disability Confident Employer scheme, and candidates with a disability who best meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification will be offered an interview.
Directorate
Fitness to Practise
Location
Manchester
Level
3
Salary
Circa £53,000 depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Closing date
23:59 Monday 28 September. Late applications will not be accepted.
Assessment date
Interviews are due to take place virtually via MS Teams on Monday 12 October 2026 and Wednesday 14 October 2026.
Job reference
GMC4651
Documents
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