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Date Added: Wed 11/09/2024

Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Blackburn, UK
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Company: DOUGLAS SCOTT LEGAL RECRUITMENT

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, Negotiable

  • Competitive salary dependent on experience.
  • Hybrid working potential but free car park on site.
  • Career progression path
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: mobile: office:
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