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Consultant Neuropsychiatrist - Private Medico Legal work


Company : Medico Legal UK Chambers Ltd (MLUK)


Location : southampton, south east england


Created : 2025-04-25


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Company DescriptionMedico Legal UK Chambers Ltd (MLUK) provides independent psychiatric and psychological experts to assist instructing agencies across the UK in areas such as criminal, family, mental health, parole, immigration, and civil cases. With almost 15 years experience, we recognise that high quality medico legal reports are an essential component to court cases where mental illness, disability or a disorder is identified.Role DescriptionThis is a remote contract role for a Consultant Neuropsychiatrist (Private Work) at MLUK. The Consultant Neuropsychiatrist will be responsible for providing psychiatric expertise and assessments, offering consultations to instructing agencies, and collaborating with legal professionals. They will also be involved in conducting evaluations, preparing reports, and providing expert opinions as required. They applicant must be based in the UK. By joining us, you can dictate your own workload to compliment your existing role and become a valued extension of our renowned team. We have an exemplar dedicated secretariat team, who will support you throughout the case.Although this role allows incredible flexibility, consultants will expect to earn in the region of 220k WTE.QualificationsPsychiatric expertise and assessment skillsWe offer a mentoring programme to all applicants new to medico legal work, allowing them access to our directors who guide them through the early stages of report writing.Experience in providing consultations and collaborating with legal professionalsEvaluation, report preparation, and expert opinion skillsFamiliarity with legal procedures and regulationsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently and remotelyExperience in medico-legal work is a plusMD or equivalent degree in PsychiatryMust be S12 approvedMust work in the UKIndustry