We are one of Scotland's leading practices. Our team is ranked band 1
in the legal directories for clinical negligence, product liability
and professional discipline. We are also the leading Scottish historic
abuse practice, at the forefront of the developing law. We act for
major indemnifiers and insurers, as well as directly for healthcare
professionals, local authorities and charities.
Our team draws upon expertise from across the firm and consists of
lawyers who specialise in litigation, regulatory and disciplinary
hearings, public inquiries and more.
Our extensive office network across the UK & Europe, US, Asia
Pacific, Africa and the Middle East enables us to deliver a seamless
integrated service to our clients around the globe.
The Role
We are looking for an Associate (0-5 years PQE) to join our team. The
role will involve managing a mixed caseload of abuse and healthcare
claims. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding team
within our multi-award winning firm. The role can be based in either
Glasgow or Edinburgh and requires regular communication with clients.
We have a collaborative, supportive team working in a modern, flexible environment.
The successful candidate should preferably have experience in
personal injury. Previous experience in abuse or healthcare claims
will be an advantage but is not essential. This is an excellent
opportunity to take a lead in a growing area where the law is
developing and the work is challenging.
Essential skills & experience
A qualified solicitor NQ - 5 years PQE. Please note that our PQE
levels are a guide, and all suitable candidates will be considered.
You will hold litigation experience and be highly determined and
able to adapt well within a demanding, fast paced environment.
You will enjoy being challenged
by complex legal issues and expanding your knowledge.
You will be a confident and
effective communicator.
You will be focussed on
delivering a highly professional service to clients, including
compliance with client SLAs and MI requirements.
The Firm
Clyde & Co is a leading global law firm, specialising in the
sectors that underpin global trade and commercial activity, namely:
insurance, transport, construction, energy, trade and commodities. It
is globally integrated, offering a comprehensive range of contentious
and non-contentious legal services and commercially-minded legal
advice to businesses operating across the world. Clyde & Co is
committed to operating in a responsible way. This means progressing
towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity
of its communities and clients, using its legal skills to support its
communities through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable
partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment. The
firm has 480 partners, 2400 lawyers, 3200 legal professionals and 5000
people overall in over 60 offices and associated offices worldwide.
Clyde & Co's Scottish practice is widely regarded as having one
of the nation's leading insurance disputes practice, offering insurers
an unrivalled and comprehensive service, particularly in casualty,
healthcare and professional lines.
Role Competency Requirements
Technical Excellence
Technical legal expertise: the knowledge of the law and ability to
apply it.
Drafting: the ability to draft accurate and persuasive reports,
correspondence and pleadings.
Research: the ability to conduct research effectively and apply it commercially.
Managing legal processes: the ability to ensure all legal processes
are followed efficiently and effectively.
People and Team
Guiding individual performance and development: able to develop your
own skills and those of others.
Teamwork and collaboration: working cooperatively and effectively
with others.
Client Relationships and Business Development
Building business relationships: establishing, maintaining and using
relationships to create and develop business opportunities.
Commercial thinking: understanding the commercial drivers.
Cross-selling and business development.
Finance and Practice Management
Finance management and understanding of the business.
Management information: keeping client MI up to date and accurate
Knowledge sharing
Personal Effectiveness
Communication
Clarity of thinking
Personal contribution
This is the job description as constituted at present; however the
Firm reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the
changing needs of the business.
