As an organisation we recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.
We are looking for a Paralegal who shares our passion to support staff in the delivery of outstanding healthcare and demonstrates the Trust’s values to achieve that aim.
We recognise that working in-house is a niche role and would be keen to hear from candidates with claims management experience who have an interest in working in the NHS. Whilst experience working within Defendant clinical negligence would be advantageous, we welcome applications from candidates with demonstrable case management experience.
This is a 12 month fixed term post to cover a period of maternity leave.
Please do contact us for an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity.
Main duties of the job
The role of the Paralegal is to support the Healthcare Legal Services Team in the provision of a dedicated in-house legal service, which includes the following core areas:
* Claims: management of clinical negligence and third party claims, in line with NHSR’s schemes. We work closely with clinicians and our Divisions to robustly defend claims, protecting the interests of the Trust.
* Healthcare advice: including but not limited to consent, capacity, data protection, Mental Capacity Act, and Mental Health Act, for both adults and children. We manage High Court Applications in-house, at a significant cost saving to the Trust.
* Disclosure requests: assisting the police and local authority on childcare and criminal proceedings, where the Trust may not be a party to proceedings. We have experience of managing complex childcare proceedings in-house, as the South West regional centre for children.
* Inquests: support and representation of staff in the Coroner’s Court. We work closely with our local Coroners on a large portfolio of inquests.
* Training: internal and external training on above core areas of work.
Person specification
Qualifications and Training
* Law degree or equivalent
* Completion of LPC or equivalent
Knowledge and Experience
* Experience of managing clinical negligence claims or similar volume of work with competing deadlines
* Practical knowledge of the Pre-Action Protocol and Civil Procedure Rules
* Experience of working in the NHS or in an in-house environment
* Experience of delivering training
* Knowledge of medical terminology
Skills and Abilities
* Ability to understand, analyse, and advise on liability and quantum with attention to detail
* Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders to provide pragmatic advice and advocate for a desired outcome
* Ability to manage competing priorities in a stressful environment, displaying resilience
* Reliable point of contact for clinicians who require support
* Displays initiative and a willingness to learn
* Passionate about working in conjunction with the Clinical Divisions to effect learning from claims
We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.
The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.
UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 all applicants must be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed at Interview.
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Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
As a guide interviews should usually take place within 3 weeks of the closing date.
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