Nurse Analyst- Medical Law Services (MLS)

Fletchers Solicitors; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Nurse Analyst to join their Medical Law Services team. This hybrid position offers a supportive culture and excellent benefits, where you will assess clinical negligence cases and prepare medical records. Ideal candidates will have at least 3-5 years of NHS experience, strong analytical and communication skills. You will enjoy a balanced working environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

35 days holiday including bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Medicash policy for medical expenses

Flexible working environment

Learning and Development support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ post-qualification experience in NHS practice.
• Ability to prepare work to a high level of accuracy.
• Working knowledge of Audits and interpreting findings.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing medical records relevant to cases.
• Preparation of Opinion of Merit (OOM).
• Undertaking necessary research on medico-legal elements.

Skills

Post-qualification experience in NHS practice

Analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Adaptability

Education

Registered nurse qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

IT programmes including AI tools

Job description

Nurse Analyst- Medical Law Services (MLS)

Salary : £35,000pa

Location : Manchester / Liverpool / Bolton / Leeds / Southport / Hybrid

Location- We work across England, with offices currently in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds and Southport. We believe we offer our colleagues the best hybrid and flexible working practices, balancing working from home with time collaborating and socialising with colleagues in our modern offices.

Hours – 35hrs / PW (Hybrid – 2 days in the office a week, though negotiable if needed)

Medical Law Service part of Fletchers Solicitors group have a fantastic opportunity to join our growing MLS Nurse Team.

Nurse Analyst – Hybrid Working | Supportive Culture | Excellent Benefits

Make a real impact beyond the bedside.

Are you an experienced nurse looking to apply your clinical expertise in a dynamic and rewarding legal setting? Medical Law Services is seeking a dedicated Nurse Analyst to join our specialist team.

In this unique role, you will play a crucial part in assessing the viability of potential clinical negligence cases. Drawing on your medical knowledge and analytical skills, you will evaluate initial case information, advise on the necessary medical records and supporting documents, and complete detailed reviews, including pagination and chronology. In some cases, you’ll provide a clear opinion on the overall merits of the claim.

This is a hybrid working position, giving you the flexibility to balance remote work with time in our collaborative, friendly office environment. We pride ourselves on our positive workplace culture, commitment to staff wellbeing, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your personal and professional development.

In return we offer :

• 35 hours working week
• Annual bonus scheme
• 35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, you also have an option to purchase up to 3 extra days’ holiday per year, until you long service award the 3 days after your 5th, 7th,and 9thfull year of employment
• Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option
• Life Assurance Policy
• Medicash policy to cover some dental, optical and other medical expenses
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and IVF schemes
• A dedicated Learning and Development team, to help support you develop and grow
• Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance
• Varied calendar of funded company social events (check out Fletchers Group on LinkedIn)
• Monthly voucher awards for winning nominees

Main Responsibilities :

• Reviewing medical records and any other documentation relevant to the case
• Sorting and categorisation of medical records
• Preparation of Opinion of Merit (OOM) and chronology to assist the legal team with furthering their investigations and assessment of prospects with a good knowledge surrounding breach of duty and causation
• Preparing both light / selective focussed, date ranged, full and updated paginations in paperless format, utilising suitable IT programmes, including working with evolving AI tools
• Undertaking necessary research in order to understand the medico-legal elements of the case, including any relevant professional guidelines
• Good understanding of GDPR to enable identification of such issues within the medical records
• Experience led progression towards competing Risk Assessment 1s.

Essential Skills and Experience :

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ post-qualification experience in NHS practice / clinical setting as a registered nurse
• Be able to prepare work to a high level of accuracy
• Ability to learn and adapt to new working environments
• Be able to demonstrate analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to disseminate information with positivity, attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work within a team both remotely and in person
• Be highly motivated, organised, and proactive
• Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards
• Working knowledge of Audits and interpreting the findings to improve / maintain practice
• Basic understanding of medical records
• Experience of using Microsoft Office packages

We reserve the right to close this role before the date specified depending on the calibre and volume of candidates.

About Medical Law Services- MLS :

Our Medical Law Services (MLS) teams are at the forefront of delivering trusted, expert support to the personal injury and clinical negligence sector. We are committed to building lasting partnerships that help our clients navigate complex processes with confidence and ease.

We strive to redefine industry standards, leveraging our expertise, integrity, and innovation to support and deliver real value to our clients by providing a service that drives financial and operational success.

Our workplace culture is inclusive, informal, and supportive, with a strong focus on colleague wellbeing and happiness. We are proud to offer some of the best hybrid and flexible working arrangements in the industry — because we understand that balance drives performance.

We also value connection and collaboration. We create exciting opportunities for teams to come together and thrive. Whether you’re starting your career or aiming for leadership, you’ll find a clear path to progress and development here — from apprenticeships and professional qualifications to senior roles.

We reward those who help build our success and live our values. Our benefits package is designed to grow with you, offering real opportunities to share in our long-term strength. Our base pay and bonus structure is built to recognise and reward high performance.

Medical Law Services is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce, which is why we welcome applications from all diversity groups and backgrounds. We’re committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive. We understand and celebrate that no colleague is the same.We’re proud of our work on the Disability Confident scheme, and we are signing up to other diversity standards to reflect our ethos.

• Location : Manchester / Liverpool / Bolton / Leeds / Southport / Hybrid
• Salary : £35,000pa
• Department : MLS
• Closing Date : Fri, 05 Dec 2025