Investigations Caseworker – Healthcare Regulator

About the role

We are seeking an Investigations Caseworker to join a respected UK‑wide healthcare regulator in Birmingham. The role involves independently managing fitness‑to‑practice investigations, analysing evidence and producing clear, evidence‑based reports that support fair regulatory decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of fitness‑to‑practice investigations.
• Plan investigations and identify required information and evidence.
• Obtain records, statements and supporting documentation from relevant parties.
• Review and analyse complex information to pinpoint key facts and regulatory issues.
• Prepare clear, accurate investigation reports with evidence‑based recommendations.
• Progress cases efficiently while meeting internal procedures, quality standards and deadlines.

Required profile

• Experience in investigations, casework or managing evidence‑led files.
• Background in a professional, healthcare or public‑sector regulator is ideal, though experience in clinical negligence, litigation, complaints or legal casework is also relevant.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce concise, well‑reasoned reports.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Comfortable handling sensitive and confidential information objectively and professionally.
• Available to start immediately or at very short notice.

Required skills

What we offer

• Initial three‑month fixed‑term contract with a salary of £31,587 per annum.
• Hybrid working arrangement – two days in the Birmingham office and three days remote.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within professional regulation and contribute to public protection in healthcare.