Defendant Clinical Negligence Solicitor
Newcastle Upon Tyne – £47,000 - £70,000
A Top Tier defendant law firm is currently looking to expand their Healthcare department with an additional Healthcare Litigation Solicitor.The team you will be joining is the biggest Healthcare team in the Nation and is able to offer you a challenging yet fulfilling case-load of defendant clinical negligence matters. This International law firm acts for a variety of clients; including the NHS Resolution, NHS Trusts, MDU, various independent advisors and medical malpractice insurers.
This is a hybrid role, allowing you to work flexibly whilst also still having the ability to socialise and collaborate with colleagues.
Skills required:
- Previous experience within Clinical Negligence or Personal Injury– accepting applicants from a claimant or defendant background
- Open PQE level however must be a qualified Solicitor
- Handling your own case-load whilst also assisting on multi million pound claims
- Drafting pleadings, witness statements and letters of response
- Conducting negotiations and mediations o claims
- Adhering to financial targets and KPIs
- Building strong relationships with clients
Progression opportunities are available for you to progress your career to the next level as well as a fantastic benefits package on offer.
Apply now for immediate consideration
francesca@douglas-scott.co.uk
Francesca began working for Douglas Scott in 2017, joining the National Insurance team. Her role involves placing Paralegals and Solicitors into claimant and defendant Personal Injury law firms in the London area and her clients range from sole-practitioners to international Law Firms. Francesca previously worked for an insurance company as a part of the Expert Liaison team, and so, has previous knowledge within the Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury market. She graduated from the University of Lancashire after completing a Primary School Teaching degree, prior to that gaining A-Levels in Business Studies, English and Religious Studies.
"Francesca has taken the initiative to approach firms I am interested in and has always taken action promptly and efficiently. She was very helpful in the lead up to my interview and I felt able to approach her with any queries. She always considers my situation and career aspirations and as such I trust her to put me forward for appropriate roles."
NQ Healthcare Solicitor | London
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Clinical Negligence
- Type: Solicitor / FILEX
- Salary: £47,000 - £70,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Reference: 971511
