Associate / Senior - Health Litigation

Overview

Associate / Senior Associate role within the Health Litigation team.

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:30 (37.5 hours per week)
• Team: Health Litigation
• Location: Liverpool, Leeds or Remote

The Health Litigation team defends clinical negligence claims for NHS Resolution (formerly NHS Litigation Authority), NHS Trusts and other defendant clinical negligence clients, including primary care clients.

This role involves working on obstetric and neonatal claims (including brain injuries) and safety matters, with opportunities to develop specialism in this field under the guidance of experienced team members.

Responsibilities

• Run a caseload of clinical negligence files, including:
  • Analysing evidence and organising appropriate investigations
  • Drafting reports and advising clients
  • Interviewing witnesses and drafting witness statements
  • Instructing experts
  • Instructing Counsel
  • Attending Court for Case Management Conferences and Application Hearings
  • Negotiating settlements
  • Holding conferences with Counsel
  • Preparing for and attending trials and different forms of ADR
• Provide supervision of colleagues’ work and support development through delegation and coaching
• Assist colleagues in running higher value claims
• Build and maintain client and internal relationships, adhering to internal and external operating procedures
• Deliver client training and presentations
• Draft articles for clients
• Contribute to business development by seeking new opportunities
• Make a wider contribution to the Health Business Group and the wider organization by continually seeking ways to improve
• Cover secondments to NHS Resolution or NHS Trusts, as needed

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor (3-9 years PQE)
• NHS Resolution Panel firm or MDO experience is preferred but not essential
• Experience of NHS Resolution’s EN Scheme and maternity-related claims is preferred, but a willingness to develop knowledge in this area is essential
• Ability to work independently and as part of a growing team, in the office or while working remotely
• Demonstrates an understanding of client needs and expectations
• Willingness to invest time in the development of junior team members
• Adheres to guidelines and client protocols/KPIs
• Proactive, pragmatic approach with a focus on quality
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Appreciation of client data security requirements
• Evidence of meeting hours and contribution target

If you do not meet all criteria but believe you could add real value, you are encouraged to apply.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The employer is committed to providing fairness and equal opportunity for all regardless of age, gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, nationality, religion or belief. Applications are considered based on merit.

Disability Support

The employer is a Disability Confident employer. If any adjustments are needed to make a visit easier so you can perform at your best, they can be arranged for the application or interview process.

Pre-employment Screening

All successful candidates will be subject to standard pre-employment screening, including a basic criminal record check via Disclosure and Barring Service. Any offer of employment is conditional upon completion of all checks.

Application Timing

Due to high response levels for some vacancies, some roles may expire prior to the advertised closing date, and applications may be requested as soon as possible.