Our Medical and Life Sciences team is seeking a lawyer (NQ - 2 years
PQE) to join the team in Bristol. The team is part of the firm's
Insurance Group and has a well-established client base, acting for a
number of market leading insurers in the provision of healthcare
services to insured health and social care organisations and
healthcare professionals. The team also acts directly for private and
charitable health and social care providers. The role will involve
dealing with medical malpractice claims, inquests and Fitness to
Practise issues. There will also be the opportunity to assist in
defending CQC prosecutions.
The Medical and Life Sciences Insurance team spans London and Bristol
and is linked with the General Liability team. There are currently 2
Partners, 6 Senior Associates and 4 Associates, 1 Paralegal and 1
Trainee in the Medical and Life Sciences team.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work within a
vibrant and growing team. The work will be very varied, interesting
and challenging and, where you show you can run the matters
successfully, you will be given autonomy to make your own mark on the
files. You will also have the opportunity to get involved with
business development and client initiatives, where appropriate.
The role
Management and assisting with the management of medical
malpractice claims.
Assisting with the management of inquests and attending hearings
as a notetaker or advocate.
Assisting on Fitness to Practise investigations and CQC prosecutions.
Delivering high quality and timely output to clients, ensuring
high levels of client service and alignment with agreed working
practices and client service level agreements.
Working to develop an environment of constant improvement:
enthusiastically sharing with and helping others; and taking
responsibility for aspects of team development, such as intranet
pages, training and induction, process improvement etc.
Capturing and collating required Management Information in
accordance with agreed practice for clients.
Contributing to the development and improvement of the team's
service, support, processes and procedures.
You will have the opportunity to attend client events and/or travel.
Knowledge, skills and experience
Legal Executive or Solicitor NQ - 2 years PQE
You will have a strong grounding in handling personal injury
claims and fast track litigation.
A good knowledge of legal procedures.
Able to deliver legal and commercial solutions and establish
collaborative working relationships with clients and colleagues to
provide an outstanding customer experience.
Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
Able to manage client relationships and deliver trusted relationships.
High level of confidentiality and integrity.
Able to adapt to shifting priorities and adapt plans accordingly.
Committed to being part of a supportive, inclusive, and
collaborative firm culture.
Work efficiently and commercially and understands the importance
of financial hygiene.
Committed to business development to further grow the practice.