Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Leeds – £30,000 - £40,000

Award-winning Leeds Firm is looking for a Solicitor/Fee Earner with experience in dealing with Claimant Clinical Negligence matters.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly driven and motivated candidate to be involved with the expansion of our Clinical Negligence department.
 
Key Tasks

• Handling a variety of clinical negligence claims from inception to settlement, including both pre and post litigation claims.

 
Essential Knowledge

• Litigation experience is essential to this role
• Excellent understanding of CPR Rules and The Pre-Action Protocol for the Resolution of Clinical Disputes
• Experience in handling a variety of complex clinical negligence claims from inception to completion.
• Excellent negotiating skills
• Experience of working to targets and KPIs

 
Desirable Knowledge

• Experience using Proclaim database is preferable
• Training junior staff members in handling clinical negligence claims
• Working with marketing to expand the department

 
Experience

• 3 years + experience in handling Claimant Clinical Negligence claims is essential.

 
Key Competencies

• Good attention to detail
• Excellent client care
• Excellent communication and literacy skills
• Excellent organizational and time- management skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work well as part of a team

If you believe this role would suit you well and be a good match fro your experience/skill set and you are looking to make the next step in your career, don't hesitate to apply today!
 
Or you can contact me directly via: 
 
email: ruby@douglas-scott.co.uk
mobile: 07451 271 284