In-House Clinical Negligence Claims Manager

Medical Protection Society; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 15% discretionary bonus

Pension contribution (11%)

26 days plus bank holidays

Private Medical Cover

Hybrid working arrangement

Job summary

Medical Protection Society is seeking a dynamic Clinical Negligence Claims Manager to lead an active portfolio of medical and dental claims in the Member, Cases and Claims division. The role offers hybrid working across Leeds and Edinburgh, with a focus on strategic case management and stakeholder collaboration.

You will oversee end-to-end claims handling, including negotiations, documentation, and engagement with panel firms, aiming for favourable outcomes for members and the business.

Qualifications

• Proven understanding of Clinical Negligence law/claims and ability to take a strategic approach to claims management.
• Experience in clinical negligence, personal injury, or professional negligence litigation and strong analytical, communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage a high volume of claims independently and drive strategic resolutions.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage a caseload of clinical negligence claims from inception to resolution.
• Assess facts, law, apportionment, quantum and costs to plan case strategy.
• Obtain documentation and evidence from members and witnesses; commission expert reports as needed.
• Draft and serve Letters of Response and court documents; adhere to protocols.
• Negotiate settlements and utilise ADR/mediation where appropriate.
• Collaborate with external solicitors to provide strategic direction until resolution.

Skills

Clinical negligence

Claims management

Negotiation

Litigation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

Solicitor qualification

Tools

Panel firms

Job description

Medical Protection Society is seeking a dynamic Clinical Negligence Claims Manager to lead an active portfolio of medical and dental claims in the Member, Cases and Claims division. The role offers hybrid working across Leeds and Edinburgh, with a focus on strategic case management and stakeholder collaboration.

You will oversee end-to-end claims handling, including negotiations, documentation, and engagement with panel firms, aiming for favourable outcomes for members and the business.