Join my client's Clinical Negligence department, where they provide expert advice to clients navigating medical negligence claims. As a Clinical Negligence Solicitor, you will collaborate with a Senior Associate on a diverse range of high-quality cases. Additionally, you will contribute to the department’s growth through marketing and networking initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
* Case Management: Handle a caseload of clinical negligence files under supervision, ensuring effective case and transaction management.
* Client Interaction: Engage directly with clients to take instructions and ensure their expectations are met.
* Time Management: Consistently manage time recording, WIP monitoring, and billing to meet set targets and objectives.
* Research & Marketing: Research and draft articles and assist in creating marketing materials.
* Networking: Develop a network of clients, contacts, and potential referrers, and attend networking events.
* Mentorship: Support and provide feedback to juniors and trainees, delegating tasks appropriately.
* Process Adherence: Learn and apply all relevant business processes, adapting to new procedures as required.
* Quality Assurance: Perform fee-earning work accurately and reliably, adhering to the firm’s quality and risk management procedures (Lexcel).
Skills & Experience
* Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive.
* Expertise: Extensive experience in claimant Clinical Negligence law.
* Autonomy: Ability to manage own files with minimal supervision.
* Client Management: Strong skills in managing client relationships and delivering excellent service.
* Organizational Skills: Highly organized with the ability to prioritize effectively.
* Independence: Self-sufficient and proactive.
* Technical Proficiency: Experience with case management systems, preferably Proclaim.
* Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of GDPR and Equality Standards.
Additional Information
* Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
* Location: Office-based at Head Office in Lancashire with potential for working from home a couple of days per week.
* Salary: £60k per annum
* Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (1 hour for lunch)
* Holidays: 21 days per year plus bank holidays (1 extra day per year up to a maximum of 5 extra days)
* Start Date: As soon as possible
Please apply with your most up-to-date CV and one of our consultants will ring you to discuss the opportunity in more detail.
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