Clinical Negligence Solicitor (defendant)

Executive Network Legal Limited; West Kirby; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Network Legal Limited is recruiting a Clinical Negligence Solicitor in the Liverpool area, with 3–8 years PQE. The role offers a challenging caseload defending NHS Resolution and other defendant clients, including birth injury matters, with potential for remote or hybrid working.

You will run a busy caseload, draft reports, interview witnesses, instruct experts and counsel, and attend trials and ADR.

Qualifications

• Experience within an NHS Resolution panel firm or MDO is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a growing team, both remotely and in the office.
• Strong understanding of client needs and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clinical negligence files, including reviewing evidence and coordinating investigations.
• Draft reports and advise clients; interview witnesses and prepare statements.
• Instruct experts and counsel; attend court, case management conferences, and hearings; negotiate settlements.

Skills

NHS Resolution experience

Legal case management

Drafting reports

Interviewing witnesses

Job description

Clinical Negligence Solicitor | Up to 8 years PQE, (3-8) | Liverpool (or remote) | competitive salary | Are you looking to join an award-winning legal firm that offers its employees genuine support and a chance to thrive while working under its roof. The breath and complexity of their work will prove for a rewarding career progression.

JOB TITLE:

Clinical Negligence Solicitor

PQE:

8+ years

LOCATION:

Liverpool

THE OPPORTUNITY:

The successful candidate will be joining a firm that prides itself in defending clinical negligence claims for NHS Resolution, NHS Trust, and other defendant clinical negligence clients, this will also include primary care clients.

You will be joining a historically strong workforce that specialises in birth injuries and safety. This role offers a commensurately high quality of work, with the opportunity to develop specialisms within this important and rewarding field under the guidance of experienced team members.

THE ROLE:

While working under this respectable firm you will be expected to run a caseload of clinical negligence files which will include:

• Reviewing evidence and coordinating investigations
• Drafting reports and advising clients
• Interviewing witnesses and preparing statements
• Instructing experts and counsel
• Attending court, case management conferences and application hearings
• Negotiating settlements and holding conferences with counsel
• Preparing for and attending trials and various forms of ADR

Alongside your main responsibilities, you will also be expected to carry out tasks such as:

• Supervising and supporting junior colleagues through delegation and coaching
• Assisting with higher-value claims
• Building strong client and internal relationships while following relevant procedures
• Delivering client training and presentations
• Drafting client articles
• Supporting business development and identifying new opportunities
• Contributing to the wider health business group and firm
• Undertaking secondments to NHS Resolution or NHS Trusts as required

THE CANDIDATE:

Applications are welcomed from those with 3-8 years PQE. The successful candidate will also possess qualities such as:

• Experience within an NHS Resolution panel firm or MDO is preferred
• Experience of NHS Resolution's EN scheme and maternity-related claims is desirable, with willingness to develop this knowledge essential
• Ability to work independently and as part of a growing team, both remotely and in the office
• Strong understanding of client needs and expectations
• Commitment to developing junior team members
• Ability to work within guidelines, client protocols and KPIs
• Proactive, pragmatic approach with a focus on quality
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and communication skills
• Awareness of client data security requirements
• Evidence of meeting hours and contribution targets

If you are looking to progress you career within a respectable firm that values itself on its quality of service and client relations, while maintaining a proactive and supportive environment for their employees then this is the firm for you.

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