Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Blackburn – £50,000 - £60,000

The firm's Clinical Negligence department provide specialist advice to support clients through their medical negligence claims.  
 
The successful candidate will work alongside a Senior Associate to undertake a broad mix of high quality clinical negligence work as well as support in the development and growth of the department through marketing & networking activities.
 
You will be reporting to the Head of Clinical Negligence Department, Managing Director & Office Manager. 
 
Key tasks (not an exhaustive list)

• Manage a caseload of clinical negligence files, under supervision, dealing effectively with cases and transactions.
• Manage time recording, WIP monitoring and billing consistently, meeting targets and objectives set.
• Deal directly with clients to take instructions and ensuring full understanding in order to deliver on client expectations
• Research and draft articles and assist with the production of marketing materials.
• Begin to develop a network of clients, contacts and potential referrers and attend networking events
• Encourage juniors/ trainees, provide feedback to assist their learning, effectively delegating tasks where appropriate
• Understand, learn and apply all business processes applicable to own work learning new processes as required.
• Perform fee earning work accurately, reliably and in accordance with the firm’s quality and risk management procedures [Lexcel].

Skills & Experience:

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• Highly experienced within claimant Clinical Negligence law.
• Ability to manage own files with minimal supervision.
• Strong client management skills with a focus on delivery of excellent client service.
• Organised and able to effectively prioritise.
• Self-sufficient.
• Experience of using a case management system, preferably Proclaim.
• Knowledge and understanding of GDPR and Equality Standards

If you think this job matches what you are looking for or your experience/skill set please don't hesitate to apply!
 
Or, you can contact me directly via:
 
email: ruby@douglas-scott.co.uk
mobile: 07451 271 284
office: 0161 233 6360