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The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) is the independent regulator of fertility treatment and embryo research. We license and inspect clinics and laboratories to ensure safe, effective services for everyone affected by fertility treatment. We hold the largest database of fertility treatments in the world.

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Legal Adviser

We are looking for an exceptional legal adviser to join our small in-house legal team providing high-quality legal advice in one of the most complex and contested areas of healthcare law.

You will work alongside the Senior Legal Adviser providing legal advice to the Chair, Chief Executive and Senior Management Team. You will lead on policy matters and be expected to work with regulatory and policy staff across the HFEA, supporting areas of work including changes to the Code of Practice; Opening the Register; and changes the HFEA are proposing to the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act.

You'll be a qualified solicitor or barrister with a background in public law.

Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday 8th May 2024.

Closing date: Sunday 28th April 2024.

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