The Firm Bolt Burdon Kemp is a leading London law firm representing individuals who have been seriously injured. Through litigation, we help our clients secure the compensation they need to live their best lives, however altered their circumstances. We put our clients at the centre of everything we do and help them fight for justice every step of the way click apply for full job details
May 19, 2024
Full time
The Firm Bolt Burdon Kemp is a leading London law firm representing individuals who have been seriously injured. Through litigation, we help our clients secure the compensation they need to live their best lives, however altered their circumstances. We put our clients at the centre of everything we do and help them fight for justice every step of the way click apply for full job details
Clinical Negligence Solicitor Adecco are delighted to be working with an established Legal 500 client who are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join our client's legal team. As a Clinical Negligence Solicitor, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our clients by providing expert legal advice and exceptional client care. Our client prides themselves on their inclusive and collaborative team culture, where everyone is valued, supported, and encouraged to achieve their full potential. They are looking for a candidate who can quickly integrate into their team and build strong relationships with both colleagues and clients. Key Responsibilities: Utilise your solid background in Personal Injury Law, ideally with 3-8 years of experience in Clinical Negligence. Take a positive and commercial approach in delivering legal advice to clients. Develop and maintain excellent rapport with clients, ensuring exceptional levels of client care. Demonstrate empathy and understanding when dealing with vulnerable clients. Contribute to successful Business Development and Marketing initiatives. What we can offer: A competitive salary ranging from 40,000 to 50,000 per year. Generous bonus scheme. Realistic targets. Flexible and hybrid working options. A clear progression framework with individual career and development plans. Wellbeing support. A vibrant social scene. A range of benefits, including pension, life cover, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, health cash plan, staff discounts, competitive holidays (with an additional day off for your birthday), and a cycle to work scheme. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity or would like more information, we invite you to email . I would would be delighted to arrange an informal chat to address any queries you may have. Don't miss out on the chance to join a dynamic legal team that prioritises work-life balance and values your professional growth. Apply now! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Clinical Negligence Solicitor Adecco are delighted to be working with an established Legal 500 client who are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join our client's legal team. As a Clinical Negligence Solicitor, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our clients by providing expert legal advice and exceptional client care. Our client prides themselves on their inclusive and collaborative team culture, where everyone is valued, supported, and encouraged to achieve their full potential. They are looking for a candidate who can quickly integrate into their team and build strong relationships with both colleagues and clients. Key Responsibilities: Utilise your solid background in Personal Injury Law, ideally with 3-8 years of experience in Clinical Negligence. Take a positive and commercial approach in delivering legal advice to clients. Develop and maintain excellent rapport with clients, ensuring exceptional levels of client care. Demonstrate empathy and understanding when dealing with vulnerable clients. Contribute to successful Business Development and Marketing initiatives. What we can offer: A competitive salary ranging from 40,000 to 50,000 per year. Generous bonus scheme. Realistic targets. Flexible and hybrid working options. A clear progression framework with individual career and development plans. Wellbeing support. A vibrant social scene. A range of benefits, including pension, life cover, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, health cash plan, staff discounts, competitive holidays (with an additional day off for your birthday), and a cycle to work scheme. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity or would like more information, we invite you to email . I would would be delighted to arrange an informal chat to address any queries you may have. Don't miss out on the chance to join a dynamic legal team that prioritises work-life balance and values your professional growth. Apply now! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Clinical Negligence Paralegal - Newcastle Adecco are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Clinical Negligence Paralegal to join our client's law firm. With a strong focus on client care and exceptional service, our client has an outstanding reputation in this area of law. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented individual to contribute to their team and make a significant impact in the field of clinical negligence. Responsibilities: Conducting legal research and providing support in all stages of the litigation process. Assisting in the preparation of documentation, including drafting legal correspondence, court forms, and pleadings. Liaising with clients, medical experts, and witnesses to gather and analyse evidence. Organising and managing case files to ensure accurate record-keeping and prompt retrieval of information. Assisting solicitors in preparing for trial, including attending court hearings and taking notes. Assisting with the negotiation and settlement of claims, working towards achieving the best possible outcomes for clients. Requirements: Previous experience as a clinical negligence paralegal or similar role within a legal environment. Solid understanding of civil litigation processes and legal procedures related to clinical negligence. Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to gather and assess complex medical and legal information. Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities to manage multiple cases simultaneously. Effective verbal and written communication skills to liaise with clients, experts, and external parties. Proficiency in using legal databases and case management systems. A commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Our client offers a competitive salary package, including benefits, and a supportive work environment that promotes work-life balance. They are committed to the growth and development of their team members, encouraging personal and professional advancement through ongoing training and opportunities for career progression. If you are a motivated and passionate individual with the necessary skills and experience, we invite you to apply for this role. Join our client's team and contribute to their mission of providing outstanding legal services to clients in the field of clinical negligence. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and skills. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. We appreciate your understanding. At our client's law firm and this position, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. They are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to their collective success. Please note that the pronouns used in this job advert reflect our client's organisation and not our own. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Clinical Negligence Paralegal - Newcastle Adecco are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Clinical Negligence Paralegal to join our client's law firm. With a strong focus on client care and exceptional service, our client has an outstanding reputation in this area of law. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented individual to contribute to their team and make a significant impact in the field of clinical negligence. Responsibilities: Conducting legal research and providing support in all stages of the litigation process. Assisting in the preparation of documentation, including drafting legal correspondence, court forms, and pleadings. Liaising with clients, medical experts, and witnesses to gather and analyse evidence. Organising and managing case files to ensure accurate record-keeping and prompt retrieval of information. Assisting solicitors in preparing for trial, including attending court hearings and taking notes. Assisting with the negotiation and settlement of claims, working towards achieving the best possible outcomes for clients. Requirements: Previous experience as a clinical negligence paralegal or similar role within a legal environment. Solid understanding of civil litigation processes and legal procedures related to clinical negligence. Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to gather and assess complex medical and legal information. Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities to manage multiple cases simultaneously. Effective verbal and written communication skills to liaise with clients, experts, and external parties. Proficiency in using legal databases and case management systems. A commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Our client offers a competitive salary package, including benefits, and a supportive work environment that promotes work-life balance. They are committed to the growth and development of their team members, encouraging personal and professional advancement through ongoing training and opportunities for career progression. If you are a motivated and passionate individual with the necessary skills and experience, we invite you to apply for this role. Join our client's team and contribute to their mission of providing outstanding legal services to clients in the field of clinical negligence. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and skills. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. We appreciate your understanding. At our client's law firm and this position, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. They are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to their collective success. Please note that the pronouns used in this job advert reflect our client's organisation and not our own. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Job Title: Cosmetic Claims Lawyer - Occupiers and Public Liability Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: Up to 50,000 per annum basic salary, depending on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals in Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is our core business. Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the best law firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. About The Role: We are currently looking for a 1 to 5 Year PQE lawyer/ Cilex or alternatively qualified by experience to join our OL/PL department. You will be handling a diverse caseload to include some pre and post litigation cosmetic claims from cradle to grave. Tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are more important than qualification. We have high quality non-CMC sources for all our work, ensuring that our lawyers only deal with genuine cases. For candidates we offer strong supervision channels, excellent training including away days, chance to join a highly ambitious and growing firm. We offer a generous commission structure, where all our lawyer, get a percentage of every case they win. With no hurdles, and no caps, you are rewarded for the success of every case you bring to completion. Person Specification: Experience with complex cosmetic negligence cases including breast surgery, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, labiaplasty, liposuction, and laser treatments is desirable Previous exposure to providing client advice, instructing experts, analysing reports and valuations advantageous Experience with initial client inception (including risk assessments, setting up the file and relevant paperwork is required Ideally you will have drafted particulars for service, prepared quantum evidence, schedules of loss, instructed counsel, drafted witness statement and replies Proven billing track record of handling a litigated caseload A focus on advancing cases to and through litigation to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients Knowledge of the civil procedure rules, precedent, trends in litigation, and an ability and willingness to utilise the same to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients Demonstrable experience of dealing with litigated files from inception, through applications and challenges, to trial / disposal hearing Knowledge of Proclaim case management system Salary, Hours & Benefits: A basic salary up to 50,000 depending on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30am Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after one year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after two years' service Private medical insurance available after two years' service Death in Service Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity & Inclusion Netball / Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Enhanced Maternity Leave payment if you have over 1 year tenure Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual flu jab Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Our employees are our most important asset and it's our employees who have made Express Solicitors the success it is today. Our recruitment process consolidates that success. At Express Solicitors, we rate skill and ability above all else and therefore our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Solicitor, Legal Caseworker, Qualified Solicitor, Lawyer, PI Solicitor, Personal Injury Lawyer, Chartered Legal Executive, Cosmetic Lawyer, Cosmetic, Cosmetic Law, Medical Law, Cosmetic Negligence, PQE Lawyer, PQE may also be considered for this role.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Cosmetic Claims Lawyer - Occupiers and Public Liability Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: Up to 50,000 per annum basic salary, depending on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals in Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is our core business. Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the best law firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. About The Role: We are currently looking for a 1 to 5 Year PQE lawyer/ Cilex or alternatively qualified by experience to join our OL/PL department. You will be handling a diverse caseload to include some pre and post litigation cosmetic claims from cradle to grave. Tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are more important than qualification. We have high quality non-CMC sources for all our work, ensuring that our lawyers only deal with genuine cases. For candidates we offer strong supervision channels, excellent training including away days, chance to join a highly ambitious and growing firm. We offer a generous commission structure, where all our lawyer, get a percentage of every case they win. With no hurdles, and no caps, you are rewarded for the success of every case you bring to completion. Person Specification: Experience with complex cosmetic negligence cases including breast surgery, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, labiaplasty, liposuction, and laser treatments is desirable Previous exposure to providing client advice, instructing experts, analysing reports and valuations advantageous Experience with initial client inception (including risk assessments, setting up the file and relevant paperwork is required Ideally you will have drafted particulars for service, prepared quantum evidence, schedules of loss, instructed counsel, drafted witness statement and replies Proven billing track record of handling a litigated caseload A focus on advancing cases to and through litigation to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients Knowledge of the civil procedure rules, precedent, trends in litigation, and an ability and willingness to utilise the same to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients Demonstrable experience of dealing with litigated files from inception, through applications and challenges, to trial / disposal hearing Knowledge of Proclaim case management system Salary, Hours & Benefits: A basic salary up to 50,000 depending on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30am Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after one year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after two years' service Private medical insurance available after two years' service Death in Service Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity & Inclusion Netball / Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Enhanced Maternity Leave payment if you have over 1 year tenure Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual flu jab Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Our employees are our most important asset and it's our employees who have made Express Solicitors the success it is today. Our recruitment process consolidates that success. At Express Solicitors, we rate skill and ability above all else and therefore our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Solicitor, Legal Caseworker, Qualified Solicitor, Lawyer, PI Solicitor, Personal Injury Lawyer, Chartered Legal Executive, Cosmetic Lawyer, Cosmetic, Cosmetic Law, Medical Law, Cosmetic Negligence, PQE Lawyer, PQE may also be considered for this role.
Clinical Negligence Solicitor Competitive Salary 2-5PQE Are you looking for your next opportunity in Clinical Negligence? Do you want to work for a Top Tier law firm? Key Responsibilities: Able to assist with all stages of a claim from start to finish. Manage a caseload with little to no supervision. Previous clinical negligence experience is essential. Ability to obtain, collate and review medical records. Prepare chronologies and summarise cases. Interview new clients, fully explaining funding arrangements. Draft letters or approach/instruction and letters of claim. Instruct Counsel Assist other fee earners with case progression. Other duties may arise outside of this list as the job progresses. Key Requirements: 2-5 years PQE Background in Clinical Negligence Must have experience handling or assisting with Clinical Negligence/Personal Injury caseloads. Must be up to date with current caselaw and changes in fixed costs/pre-action protocol. Personal injury claims experience desired but not essential. The successful candidate MUST have experience in Clinical Negligence
May 18, 2024
Full time
Clinical Negligence Solicitor Competitive Salary 2-5PQE Are you looking for your next opportunity in Clinical Negligence? Do you want to work for a Top Tier law firm? Key Responsibilities: Able to assist with all stages of a claim from start to finish. Manage a caseload with little to no supervision. Previous clinical negligence experience is essential. Ability to obtain, collate and review medical records. Prepare chronologies and summarise cases. Interview new clients, fully explaining funding arrangements. Draft letters or approach/instruction and letters of claim. Instruct Counsel Assist other fee earners with case progression. Other duties may arise outside of this list as the job progresses. Key Requirements: 2-5 years PQE Background in Clinical Negligence Must have experience handling or assisting with Clinical Negligence/Personal Injury caseloads. Must be up to date with current caselaw and changes in fixed costs/pre-action protocol. Personal injury claims experience desired but not essential. The successful candidate MUST have experience in Clinical Negligence
JOB TITLE: Legal PA - Catastrophic Injury Department HOURS: Full Time Location: Manchester / Hybrid Salary: up to 28,500 DOE Please note, that this is not an entry-level position. This is for an experienced Legal PA's / Secretaries. YOUR NEW COMPANY: A Top Tier modern Leading Legal 100 law firm is looking for a Personal Assistant to join the head of Personal Injury, assisting on their day to day and general running of files. This firms workforce has grown by more than 500 while still retaining the nurtured culture. This firm is Vibrant and full of opportunities. YOUR DAY TO DAY: Directly assisting Head of Personal Injury / Catastrophic Injury. Working one to one. General Admin Secretarial support on the caseload and to senior solicitors/partners Diary Management and booking arrangements. Phone management. Inbound and outbound Prepare bundles ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Experience as a 'Legal Secretary/Personal Assistant - ESSENTIAL Experience working as a Secretary within Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, Catastrophic Injury / Serious injury departments. Excellent client care Paralegal experience preferred. Experience with, Digital dictation, Managing client files, claiming expenses, creating electronic bundles, Efiling and client care/contact. Benefits 25 days holiday + bank holiday + birthday off + corporate social days Hybrid working Free on site gym Death in service x2 annual salary Professional fees paid Pension scheme If you feel you could be a suitable candidate for this position please apply now, for further information please contact removed) and reference CWS171
May 18, 2024
Full time
JOB TITLE: Legal PA - Catastrophic Injury Department HOURS: Full Time Location: Manchester / Hybrid Salary: up to 28,500 DOE Please note, that this is not an entry-level position. This is for an experienced Legal PA's / Secretaries. YOUR NEW COMPANY: A Top Tier modern Leading Legal 100 law firm is looking for a Personal Assistant to join the head of Personal Injury, assisting on their day to day and general running of files. This firms workforce has grown by more than 500 while still retaining the nurtured culture. This firm is Vibrant and full of opportunities. YOUR DAY TO DAY: Directly assisting Head of Personal Injury / Catastrophic Injury. Working one to one. General Admin Secretarial support on the caseload and to senior solicitors/partners Diary Management and booking arrangements. Phone management. Inbound and outbound Prepare bundles ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Experience as a 'Legal Secretary/Personal Assistant - ESSENTIAL Experience working as a Secretary within Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, Catastrophic Injury / Serious injury departments. Excellent client care Paralegal experience preferred. Experience with, Digital dictation, Managing client files, claiming expenses, creating electronic bundles, Efiling and client care/contact. Benefits 25 days holiday + bank holiday + birthday off + corporate social days Hybrid working Free on site gym Death in service x2 annual salary Professional fees paid Pension scheme If you feel you could be a suitable candidate for this position please apply now, for further information please contact removed) and reference CWS171
Job Title: PA / Legal Secretary Location: Sharston Salary: 24,000 - 30,000 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is our core business. Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. About The Role: We are looking for an experienced legal secretary and a PA to join our Occupiers/Public Liability team. There are two roles, one will be working with a Partner, and one supporting a pool of secretaries, working together to support our fee earners with audio typing and the preparation of documents and correspondence. Your role as a legal secretary/PA will require excellent interpersonal skills in liaising directly with clients and third parties. Our legal secretaries also get involved with diary management and court documents. Key Aspects of the Role: You will be working in the occupiers & public liability team Preparing correspondence and documents including pleadings and court bundles Photocopying and scanning documents (with assistance from Administration team if needed) Inbound and outbound calls to clients and others in a professional and friendly manner Arrange appointments/meetings and liaise with lawyers, clients, Counsel and others Supporting other secretaries and the administration team as required Helping to update the Proclaim case management system where possible Person Specification: Prior experience working as a legal secretary/PA is essential, but we are happy to train you in the area of personal injury An excellent command of spelling, punctuation and grammar is required Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, if you have experience of the Proclaim case management system that would be advantageous Audio typing skills of 65+wpm, ideally with digital dictation experience Ability to prioritise daily workload Acute attention to detail Excellent customer service skills, including professional and friendly telephone manner Salary, Hours & Benefits: Salary: 24,000 - 30,000 Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30am Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after 1 year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after 2 years' service Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service Death in Service - 2 x salary Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity & Inclusion Netball / Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Enhanced Maternity Leave payment if you have over 1 year tenure Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual flu jab Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Our employees are our most important asset and it's our employees who have made Express Solicitors the success it is today. Our recruitment process consolidates that success. At Express Solicitors, we rate skill and ability above all else and therefore our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Assistant, Family Secretary, PA, Legal Typist, Typist, Legal PA, Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Office Support, Legal Assistant, Legal Business Support, Fee Earner Support, Customer Service Administrator, Customer Service, Administrator may also be considered for this role.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Title: PA / Legal Secretary Location: Sharston Salary: 24,000 - 30,000 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is our core business. Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. About The Role: We are looking for an experienced legal secretary and a PA to join our Occupiers/Public Liability team. There are two roles, one will be working with a Partner, and one supporting a pool of secretaries, working together to support our fee earners with audio typing and the preparation of documents and correspondence. Your role as a legal secretary/PA will require excellent interpersonal skills in liaising directly with clients and third parties. Our legal secretaries also get involved with diary management and court documents. Key Aspects of the Role: You will be working in the occupiers & public liability team Preparing correspondence and documents including pleadings and court bundles Photocopying and scanning documents (with assistance from Administration team if needed) Inbound and outbound calls to clients and others in a professional and friendly manner Arrange appointments/meetings and liaise with lawyers, clients, Counsel and others Supporting other secretaries and the administration team as required Helping to update the Proclaim case management system where possible Person Specification: Prior experience working as a legal secretary/PA is essential, but we are happy to train you in the area of personal injury An excellent command of spelling, punctuation and grammar is required Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, if you have experience of the Proclaim case management system that would be advantageous Audio typing skills of 65+wpm, ideally with digital dictation experience Ability to prioritise daily workload Acute attention to detail Excellent customer service skills, including professional and friendly telephone manner Salary, Hours & Benefits: Salary: 24,000 - 30,000 Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30am Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after 1 year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after 2 years' service Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service Death in Service - 2 x salary Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity & Inclusion Netball / Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Enhanced Maternity Leave payment if you have over 1 year tenure Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual flu jab Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Our employees are our most important asset and it's our employees who have made Express Solicitors the success it is today. Our recruitment process consolidates that success. At Express Solicitors, we rate skill and ability above all else and therefore our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Assistant, Family Secretary, PA, Legal Typist, Typist, Legal PA, Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Office Support, Legal Assistant, Legal Business Support, Fee Earner Support, Customer Service Administrator, Customer Service, Administrator may also be considered for this role.
Job Title: Litigator - Personal Injury Prisoner Claims Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: Up to 55,000 depending on experience, along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Job Type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is our core business. Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. About The Role: We are currently looking for an experienced Personal Injury Prison Claims lawyer to join our OL/PL team. The role will be to manage your own caseload of predominately pre and post issue fast track Personal Injury Prisoner claim cases. We offer a generous commission structure, where all our lawyer, get a percentage of every case they win. Person Specification: Proven billing track record of handling a litigated caseload Genuine tenacity A focus on advancing cases to and through litigation to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients Ability to handle fast track prisoner claims Demonstrable experience of dealing with litigated files from inception, through applications and challenges, to trial / disposal hearing Salary, Hours & Benefits: A basic salary up to 55,000 depending on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after one year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after two years' service Private medical insurance available Death in Service Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Our employees are our most important asset and it's our employees who have made Express Solicitors the success it is today. Our recruitment process consolidates that success. At Express Solicitors, we rate skill and ability above all else and therefore our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Support Assistant, Paralegal, Legal Handler, Legal Secretary, Legal Aid Fee Earner, Legal Caseworker, Law Graduate, Lawyer, PI Solicitor, Personal Injury Lawyer, Chartered Legal Executive, Personal Injury Caseworker, PI Caseworker, Personal Injury Fee Earner, PI Fee Earner will also be considered for this role.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Litigator - Personal Injury Prisoner Claims Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: Up to 55,000 depending on experience, along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Job Type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is our core business. Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. About The Role: We are currently looking for an experienced Personal Injury Prison Claims lawyer to join our OL/PL team. The role will be to manage your own caseload of predominately pre and post issue fast track Personal Injury Prisoner claim cases. We offer a generous commission structure, where all our lawyer, get a percentage of every case they win. Person Specification: Proven billing track record of handling a litigated caseload Genuine tenacity A focus on advancing cases to and through litigation to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients Ability to handle fast track prisoner claims Demonstrable experience of dealing with litigated files from inception, through applications and challenges, to trial / disposal hearing Salary, Hours & Benefits: A basic salary up to 55,000 depending on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after one year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after two years' service Private medical insurance available Death in Service Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Our employees are our most important asset and it's our employees who have made Express Solicitors the success it is today. Our recruitment process consolidates that success. At Express Solicitors, we rate skill and ability above all else and therefore our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Support Assistant, Paralegal, Legal Handler, Legal Secretary, Legal Aid Fee Earner, Legal Caseworker, Law Graduate, Lawyer, PI Solicitor, Personal Injury Lawyer, Chartered Legal Executive, Personal Injury Caseworker, PI Caseworker, Personal Injury Fee Earner, PI Fee Earner will also be considered for this role.
Job Title: Litigator - Personal Injury Prisoner Claims Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: Up to £55,000 depending on experience, Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Job Type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals in Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims click apply for full job details
May 17, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Litigator - Personal Injury Prisoner Claims Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: Up to £55,000 depending on experience, Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears Job Type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals in Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims click apply for full job details
Job Title: Personal Injury Newly Qualified Solicitor Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: Newly qualified rate is 33,000 per annum rising to 36,000 after 6 months. We can be flexible on salary for candidates with pre-qualification experience Job type: Full time, Permanent Personal Injury New Qualified Solicitor Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 5,500 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals in Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is our core business. No doubt at Express Solicitors we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. About the Role: We are currently looking for a newly qualified solicitors to join RTA, EL and OL/PL departments. You will be handling a diverse caseload to include some pre and post litigation claims from cradle to grave. Tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are more important than qualification. We have high quality non-CMC sources for all our work, ensuring that our lawyers only deal with genuine cases. For candidates we offer strong supervision channels, excellent training including away days, chance to join a highly ambitious and growing firm. We offer a generous commission structure, where all our lawyer, get a percentage of every case they win. With no hurdles, and no caps, you are rewarded for the success of every case you bring to completion. Personal Specification: At least six months experience within the Personal Injury sector Exceptional client care and quality control skills Experience with initial client inception (including risk assessments, setting up the file and relevant paperwork) Previous exposure to providing client advice The ability to handle a caseload with supervision Previous exposure to providing client advice, instructing experts, analysing reports and valuations advantageous Ideally you will have drafted particulars for service, prepared quantum evidence, schedules of loss, instructed counsel, drafted witness statement and replies Proven billing track record of handling a litigated caseload A focus on advancing cases to and through litigation to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients Knowledge of the civil procedure rules, precedent, trends in litigation, and an ability and willingness to utilise the same to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients Demonstrable experience of dealing with litigated files from inception, through applications and challenges, to trial / disposal hearing Knowledge of Proclaim case management system Salary & Working Hours: Newly qualified rate is 33,000 rising to 36,000 after 6 months. We can be flexible on salary for candidates with pre-qualification experience. Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30am Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation. 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after one year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after two years' service Private medical insurance available after two years' service Death in Service Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity & Inclusion. Netball / Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Enhanced Maternity Leave payment if you have over 1 year tenure Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual flu jab Next steps: If this sounds exciting to you, then we would love to hear from you! Please click on the APPLY button to submit your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Trainee Solicitor, NQ Solicitor, Lawyer, Graduate Lawyer, Legal Support, Legal Executive, Law Graduate, Litigation Solicitor, Person Injury Solicitor, Personal Injury Claims Assistant, Person Injury, may also be considered for this role.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Personal Injury Newly Qualified Solicitor Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: Newly qualified rate is 33,000 per annum rising to 36,000 after 6 months. We can be flexible on salary for candidates with pre-qualification experience Job type: Full time, Permanent Personal Injury New Qualified Solicitor Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 5,500 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals in Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is our core business. No doubt at Express Solicitors we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. About the Role: We are currently looking for a newly qualified solicitors to join RTA, EL and OL/PL departments. You will be handling a diverse caseload to include some pre and post litigation claims from cradle to grave. Tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are more important than qualification. We have high quality non-CMC sources for all our work, ensuring that our lawyers only deal with genuine cases. For candidates we offer strong supervision channels, excellent training including away days, chance to join a highly ambitious and growing firm. We offer a generous commission structure, where all our lawyer, get a percentage of every case they win. With no hurdles, and no caps, you are rewarded for the success of every case you bring to completion. Personal Specification: At least six months experience within the Personal Injury sector Exceptional client care and quality control skills Experience with initial client inception (including risk assessments, setting up the file and relevant paperwork) Previous exposure to providing client advice The ability to handle a caseload with supervision Previous exposure to providing client advice, instructing experts, analysing reports and valuations advantageous Ideally you will have drafted particulars for service, prepared quantum evidence, schedules of loss, instructed counsel, drafted witness statement and replies Proven billing track record of handling a litigated caseload A focus on advancing cases to and through litigation to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients Knowledge of the civil procedure rules, precedent, trends in litigation, and an ability and willingness to utilise the same to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients Demonstrable experience of dealing with litigated files from inception, through applications and challenges, to trial / disposal hearing Knowledge of Proclaim case management system Salary & Working Hours: Newly qualified rate is 33,000 rising to 36,000 after 6 months. We can be flexible on salary for candidates with pre-qualification experience. Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30am Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation. 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after one year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after two years' service Private medical insurance available after two years' service Death in Service Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity & Inclusion. Netball / Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Enhanced Maternity Leave payment if you have over 1 year tenure Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual flu jab Next steps: If this sounds exciting to you, then we would love to hear from you! Please click on the APPLY button to submit your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Trainee Solicitor, NQ Solicitor, Lawyer, Graduate Lawyer, Legal Support, Legal Executive, Law Graduate, Litigation Solicitor, Person Injury Solicitor, Personal Injury Claims Assistant, Person Injury, may also be considered for this role.
Job Title: Clinical Negligence Solicitor (Grade B / 4-7 years PQE) Location: Hybrid / Leeds, Liverpool or Manchester Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum DOE/PQE plus an on target bonus Benefits : 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, the option to buy and sell holidays, hybrid working, company pension, sick pay, life assurance, employee assist program and many more At Simpson Millar, were looking for a Grade B click apply for full job details
May 17, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Clinical Negligence Solicitor (Grade B / 4-7 years PQE) Location: Hybrid / Leeds, Liverpool or Manchester Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum DOE/PQE plus an on target bonus Benefits : 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, the option to buy and sell holidays, hybrid working, company pension, sick pay, life assurance, employee assist program and many more At Simpson Millar, were looking for a Grade B click apply for full job details
Overview Our client is a well-established and highly successful full-service law firm based in Hampshire. The practice offers expert & trusted legal advice to individuals and businesses. The business is doing very well and has a thriving workload with regular and significant litigation projects, across civil, commercial, PI and clinical negligence. Due to continued growth, the company is looking to recruit an experienced civil or commercial Litigation Solicitor to come in at any level, depending on experience. Role & Responsibilities The Litigation Solicitor is expected to be appointed at an Associate level, depending on level of experience. The successful candidate will have the following core role & responsibilities: Involvement with the company's Litigation workflows, forecasts, fees and development & mentoring of staff Help to ensure this Litigation Offering is successful; achieves and exceeds targets, grows and has very positive culture Personally run your own caseload of diverse Litigation work capably and competently - either civil and/or commercial litigation work Act as a key point of contact for clients and other stakeholders, delivering great results and service for clients Be involved with company networking and marketing where appropriate Demonstrate effective time management and organisation skills Objective Expertise & Subjective Traits Suitable candidates for this role are likely to have the following backgrounds: A qualified self-sufficient Solicitor or Legal Executive in Litigation client matters - which could be civil, commercial litigation or a mix of both A strong communicator, able to run and grow work and develop excellent client relationships Excellent time management, organisation, commercial management and administration skills Determined, focused, energetic and a team player Proactive, confident and professional at all times with a high degree of integrity Hands on, progressive and someone that is able to challenge, improve and develop existing practices Based within Hampshire, Southern Wiltshire, East Dorset, Southern Surrey or West Sussex, so that you are commutable to any of this company's offices The Opportunity The chance to be part of a busy and successful Litigation practice department The chance to join a successful business with a strong Hampshire brand that is growing The opportunity to progress quickly into Partnership if that appeals The chance to work alongside a range of bright and very capable lawyers in a stimulating, highly sociable and positive environment Hybrid working offered - just two days in the work office needed each week If this opportunity is of interest, please do email us your CV.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Overview Our client is a well-established and highly successful full-service law firm based in Hampshire. The practice offers expert & trusted legal advice to individuals and businesses. The business is doing very well and has a thriving workload with regular and significant litigation projects, across civil, commercial, PI and clinical negligence. Due to continued growth, the company is looking to recruit an experienced civil or commercial Litigation Solicitor to come in at any level, depending on experience. Role & Responsibilities The Litigation Solicitor is expected to be appointed at an Associate level, depending on level of experience. The successful candidate will have the following core role & responsibilities: Involvement with the company's Litigation workflows, forecasts, fees and development & mentoring of staff Help to ensure this Litigation Offering is successful; achieves and exceeds targets, grows and has very positive culture Personally run your own caseload of diverse Litigation work capably and competently - either civil and/or commercial litigation work Act as a key point of contact for clients and other stakeholders, delivering great results and service for clients Be involved with company networking and marketing where appropriate Demonstrate effective time management and organisation skills Objective Expertise & Subjective Traits Suitable candidates for this role are likely to have the following backgrounds: A qualified self-sufficient Solicitor or Legal Executive in Litigation client matters - which could be civil, commercial litigation or a mix of both A strong communicator, able to run and grow work and develop excellent client relationships Excellent time management, organisation, commercial management and administration skills Determined, focused, energetic and a team player Proactive, confident and professional at all times with a high degree of integrity Hands on, progressive and someone that is able to challenge, improve and develop existing practices Based within Hampshire, Southern Wiltshire, East Dorset, Southern Surrey or West Sussex, so that you are commutable to any of this company's offices The Opportunity The chance to be part of a busy and successful Litigation practice department The chance to join a successful business with a strong Hampshire brand that is growing The opportunity to progress quickly into Partnership if that appeals The chance to work alongside a range of bright and very capable lawyers in a stimulating, highly sociable and positive environment Hybrid working offered - just two days in the work office needed each week If this opportunity is of interest, please do email us your CV.
Asbestos Solicitor - NQ-3 year PQE - Clinical Negligence/Serious Injury Solicitors considered Asbestos Solicitor - NQ-3 year PQE - Clinical Negligence/Serious Injury Solicitors considered London - £63,500 - £70,000 Asbestos Solicitor - NQ - 3 yrs - London - Agile and Flexible working available. Elevate your legal career with a prestigious Top 200 law firm in the heart of Central London, where expertise meets innovation. This esteemed firm is seeking a Newly Qualified to 3-year PQE Asbestos Solicitor to join their dynamic team. With a commitment to fostering a progressive work environment, the firm offers agile and flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle and enhance your work-life balance. As a specialist in this role, you will immerse yourself in a challenging yet rewarding sector, managing a caseload of high-value asbestos claims. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include providing exceptional legal advice, representing clients with the utmost professionalism, and upholding the firm's reputation for excellence. Ideal candidates will possess a robust background either Industrial Disease or high-value clinical negligence or serious injury cases, coupled with a keen interest in specialising in asbestos-related claims. Your analytical acumen, coupled with a meticulous approach to case management, will be pivotal in delivering successful outcomes for clients. To thrive in this role, you will need: - A qualification as a Solicitor in England & Wales, with NQ to 3 years PQE. - Demonstrable experience in managing high-value Asbesots or clinical negligence or serious injury cases. - A genuine interest in specialising in asbestos claims. - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. - The ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team. - A client-focused mindset, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of client care. In return, the firm offers a competitive salary package, a supportive and collaborative working environment, and a clear pathway for professional development. This is a chance to make a significant impact in a specialised field of law, while enjoying the benefits of a forward-thinking and supportive firm. To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Embrace the chance to excel in a dynamic and supportive setting, where your career aspirations can be realised. Share this job Area of Law: Employers Liability, Industrial Disease, Claimant Personal Injury Term: Permanent Location: London Reference: J78832 Candidates looking at this job also viewed these fantastic opportunities:
May 17, 2024
Full time
Asbestos Solicitor - NQ-3 year PQE - Clinical Negligence/Serious Injury Solicitors considered Asbestos Solicitor - NQ-3 year PQE - Clinical Negligence/Serious Injury Solicitors considered London - £63,500 - £70,000 Asbestos Solicitor - NQ - 3 yrs - London - Agile and Flexible working available. Elevate your legal career with a prestigious Top 200 law firm in the heart of Central London, where expertise meets innovation. This esteemed firm is seeking a Newly Qualified to 3-year PQE Asbestos Solicitor to join their dynamic team. With a commitment to fostering a progressive work environment, the firm offers agile and flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle and enhance your work-life balance. As a specialist in this role, you will immerse yourself in a challenging yet rewarding sector, managing a caseload of high-value asbestos claims. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include providing exceptional legal advice, representing clients with the utmost professionalism, and upholding the firm's reputation for excellence. Ideal candidates will possess a robust background either Industrial Disease or high-value clinical negligence or serious injury cases, coupled with a keen interest in specialising in asbestos-related claims. Your analytical acumen, coupled with a meticulous approach to case management, will be pivotal in delivering successful outcomes for clients. To thrive in this role, you will need: - A qualification as a Solicitor in England & Wales, with NQ to 3 years PQE. - Demonstrable experience in managing high-value Asbesots or clinical negligence or serious injury cases. - A genuine interest in specialising in asbestos claims. - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. - The ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team. - A client-focused mindset, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of client care. In return, the firm offers a competitive salary package, a supportive and collaborative working environment, and a clear pathway for professional development. This is a chance to make a significant impact in a specialised field of law, while enjoying the benefits of a forward-thinking and supportive firm. To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Embrace the chance to excel in a dynamic and supportive setting, where your career aspirations can be realised. Share this job Area of Law: Employers Liability, Industrial Disease, Claimant Personal Injury Term: Permanent Location: London Reference: J78832 Candidates looking at this job also viewed these fantastic opportunities:
A law firm based in the city is a seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their Clinical Negligence and claims team. The role will be paying up to 30,000 plus benefits and will be working on a hybrid basis. 2 days in the office 3 from home, but some flexibility will be needed. The role will be supporting the fee earners and solicitors with all the administration behind the cases. The team provide expert advice to clients on the Claimant side, drawing on extensive experience with claims across all areas of medical treatment including birth and catastrophic injury. At the moment the team have a lot of international clients, so polish language skills would be a real positive for the team. Assisting the Solicitors in your team with specific tasks allocated on their files and providing them with progress reports as required Assisting with the organising and maintaining of the accurate client files both in hard copy and electronically Speaking with new and existing clients; being the first point of contact Providing cover and support to the other Paralegals within the team as and when needed Undertaking such duties and tasks that are appropriate for the role of paralegal such as changes in information systems and new technology, drafting witness statements,instructions and other tasks to assist in the day to day running of cases as may reasonably be required General administration roles to assist the smooth running of the department. The ideal candidate will come from a paralegal background predominantly with experience in the clinic negligence area. You will have excellent drafting skills as well as the ability to conduct effective legal research. Strong systems experience with the ability to use internal CRM systems. Good time management, you will be able to work to multiple deadlines and ever changing deadlines. Self motivated, taking the initiative to work both autonomously and also cohesively in a team. If you are paralegal looking to continue working in the clinical negligence field, then please do apply directly to the advert! Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.
May 17, 2024
Full time
A law firm based in the city is a seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their Clinical Negligence and claims team. The role will be paying up to 30,000 plus benefits and will be working on a hybrid basis. 2 days in the office 3 from home, but some flexibility will be needed. The role will be supporting the fee earners and solicitors with all the administration behind the cases. The team provide expert advice to clients on the Claimant side, drawing on extensive experience with claims across all areas of medical treatment including birth and catastrophic injury. At the moment the team have a lot of international clients, so polish language skills would be a real positive for the team. Assisting the Solicitors in your team with specific tasks allocated on their files and providing them with progress reports as required Assisting with the organising and maintaining of the accurate client files both in hard copy and electronically Speaking with new and existing clients; being the first point of contact Providing cover and support to the other Paralegals within the team as and when needed Undertaking such duties and tasks that are appropriate for the role of paralegal such as changes in information systems and new technology, drafting witness statements,instructions and other tasks to assist in the day to day running of cases as may reasonably be required General administration roles to assist the smooth running of the department. The ideal candidate will come from a paralegal background predominantly with experience in the clinic negligence area. You will have excellent drafting skills as well as the ability to conduct effective legal research. Strong systems experience with the ability to use internal CRM systems. Good time management, you will be able to work to multiple deadlines and ever changing deadlines. Self motivated, taking the initiative to work both autonomously and also cohesively in a team. If you are paralegal looking to continue working in the clinical negligence field, then please do apply directly to the advert! Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.
RP CONSULTANCY (Yorks) LIMITED t.a. James Ray Recruitment
James Ray Recruitment are excited to be working with a driven and highly reputable multi discipline law firm in Manchester. Due to their recent growth and expansion, the firm are looking for a experienced Medical Negligence solicitor to join their office in Manchester. The candidate: Qualified Solicitor or Experienced Litigation Executive Able to manage own caseload Commercially minded with business d click apply for full job details
May 17, 2024
Full time
James Ray Recruitment are excited to be working with a driven and highly reputable multi discipline law firm in Manchester. Due to their recent growth and expansion, the firm are looking for a experienced Medical Negligence solicitor to join their office in Manchester. The candidate: Qualified Solicitor or Experienced Litigation Executive Able to manage own caseload Commercially minded with business d click apply for full job details
Salary: Competitive Hours: 37.5 Flexible Location: Bristol Contract: PermanentDavies and Partners Solicitors is a well-established law firm with over 30 years' experience. It has a national reputation for excellence and strength in depth in a wide selection of legal services for businesses & individuals. There are 5 offices in Gloucester, Bristol, Birmingham, London, and Devon. Key Duties and Responsibilities To carry out and be responsible for day-to-day work of court of protection files under the supervision of the Legal Director and work effectively as part of a team. To set up and make payments, standing orders and pay invoices and reimburse costs on deputyship and trusts matters within the Court of Protection department. To liaise with third parties such as utility providers, landlords, local authorities, DWP and HMRC on client's behalf as part of the day-to-day management of client affairs and keep accurate records of all such communications. To audit client bank accounts as directed. To scan incoming post to the relevant file and update client records accordingly To assist in monitoring and managing the Court of Protection diary of key dates. To type file and attendance notes when required. To maintain detailed and accurate records of client's affairs as directed by the senior members of the Department. To assist senior members of the Department/unit with substantial case files and to exhibit flexibility, particularly in times of holiday/sickness. To undertake paralegal training relevant to Court of Protection grade D fee earners and to keep this up to date. To apply proper professional standards (SRA and OPG Deputy Standards) and gaining an awareness of the provisions of the office manual and observing best practice in the prevention of claims against the firm for professional negligence and in particular operating with a high degree of personal organisation. To demonstrate an awareness of clients' needs and perceptions to the discharge of your work for them and to act promptly, pro-actively and efficiently in relation to all client matters. To achieve legitimate billing in line with figures to be agreed with the Department/Unit Head. To comply with all other departmental procedures including the regulation and control client indebtedness. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the law in your areas of specialisation and to comply with the continuing professional development requirements. To seek to develop and improve the quality of your workload and level of your expertise. The following tasks provide a general overview of the types of activity, the candidate will be expected to engage in or oversee on a day-to-day basis. The tasks are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities as all employees are required to be flexible, dynamic and have the capacity to think creatively when presented with challenges. Personal Specification Legal Status: Appropriate DBS disclosure will be required prior to confirmation of appointment Right to live and work in the UK e.g. valid UK passport or appropriate visa/work permits Education/Qualifications: Relevant experience as a Paralegal within Clinical Negligence. GCSE's Grade 5/C or above in English and Maths Skills/Knowledge: Basic understanding of personal injury law and practice and / or private client law and practice and / or Court of Protection law and practice. Ability to maintain and build upon existing client relationships through positive business development and acting as an ambassador of the company. Self-organised and proactive Ability to take responsibility and solve problems Attention to detail Ability to maintain client confidentiality Adaptable to the needs of the business as changes occur during the operational requirements Competent in the effective use of Case Management and other IT systems The ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work under pressure Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills Equal Opportunities Davies and Partners Solicitors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable national laws. Davies and Partners Solicitors complies with applicable national laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.You may have experience in the following: Court of Protection Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, Paralegal, Legal Executive, Legal Advisor, Legal Support Officer, Legal Administrator, Assistant Solicitor, Law Clerk, Legal Aid Worker, Legal Officer, Legal Case Worker, Legal Caseworker, etc.REF-
May 17, 2024
Full time
Salary: Competitive Hours: 37.5 Flexible Location: Bristol Contract: PermanentDavies and Partners Solicitors is a well-established law firm with over 30 years' experience. It has a national reputation for excellence and strength in depth in a wide selection of legal services for businesses & individuals. There are 5 offices in Gloucester, Bristol, Birmingham, London, and Devon. Key Duties and Responsibilities To carry out and be responsible for day-to-day work of court of protection files under the supervision of the Legal Director and work effectively as part of a team. To set up and make payments, standing orders and pay invoices and reimburse costs on deputyship and trusts matters within the Court of Protection department. To liaise with third parties such as utility providers, landlords, local authorities, DWP and HMRC on client's behalf as part of the day-to-day management of client affairs and keep accurate records of all such communications. To audit client bank accounts as directed. To scan incoming post to the relevant file and update client records accordingly To assist in monitoring and managing the Court of Protection diary of key dates. To type file and attendance notes when required. To maintain detailed and accurate records of client's affairs as directed by the senior members of the Department. To assist senior members of the Department/unit with substantial case files and to exhibit flexibility, particularly in times of holiday/sickness. To undertake paralegal training relevant to Court of Protection grade D fee earners and to keep this up to date. To apply proper professional standards (SRA and OPG Deputy Standards) and gaining an awareness of the provisions of the office manual and observing best practice in the prevention of claims against the firm for professional negligence and in particular operating with a high degree of personal organisation. To demonstrate an awareness of clients' needs and perceptions to the discharge of your work for them and to act promptly, pro-actively and efficiently in relation to all client matters. To achieve legitimate billing in line with figures to be agreed with the Department/Unit Head. To comply with all other departmental procedures including the regulation and control client indebtedness. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the law in your areas of specialisation and to comply with the continuing professional development requirements. To seek to develop and improve the quality of your workload and level of your expertise. The following tasks provide a general overview of the types of activity, the candidate will be expected to engage in or oversee on a day-to-day basis. The tasks are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities as all employees are required to be flexible, dynamic and have the capacity to think creatively when presented with challenges. Personal Specification Legal Status: Appropriate DBS disclosure will be required prior to confirmation of appointment Right to live and work in the UK e.g. valid UK passport or appropriate visa/work permits Education/Qualifications: Relevant experience as a Paralegal within Clinical Negligence. GCSE's Grade 5/C or above in English and Maths Skills/Knowledge: Basic understanding of personal injury law and practice and / or private client law and practice and / or Court of Protection law and practice. Ability to maintain and build upon existing client relationships through positive business development and acting as an ambassador of the company. Self-organised and proactive Ability to take responsibility and solve problems Attention to detail Ability to maintain client confidentiality Adaptable to the needs of the business as changes occur during the operational requirements Competent in the effective use of Case Management and other IT systems The ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work under pressure Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills Equal Opportunities Davies and Partners Solicitors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable national laws. Davies and Partners Solicitors complies with applicable national laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.You may have experience in the following: Court of Protection Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, Paralegal, Legal Executive, Legal Advisor, Legal Support Officer, Legal Administrator, Assistant Solicitor, Law Clerk, Legal Aid Worker, Legal Officer, Legal Case Worker, Legal Caseworker, etc.REF-
Davies and Partners Solicitors
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Hours: Full time Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.30pm (37.5 hours per week) Salary : In line above Law Society recommendations. Contract: Fixed Term Contract Location: Bristol / Gloucester Davies and Partners Solicitors has a national reputation for providing a range of highly specialist legal services. The Firm is renowned for its excellence in property law and related work such as planning, property litigation and construction. It has also developed high levels of expertise in clinical negligence and personal injury, employment law, matrimonial and family law, wills, trusts and probate, corporate law and commercial work, compliance and fraud, asset recovery and dispute resolution. Our dedicated teams of expert solicitors are committed to providing their clients with professional, efficient, and high-quality legal services from across our five offices in Bristol, Gloucester, Birmingham, Devon, and London's West End. Opportunity We are currently seeking to recruit 4x full time Trainee Solicitors to start in September 2025 to be based at our Gloucester and Bristol offices on either: a Fixed Term basis for two years, for those who will have completed their LPC or SQE by September 2025; or a Fixed Term basis for 30 months for those undertaking the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship & SQE. There are two routes to apply depending on your qualifications: For candidates who have a Law Degree or PGDL but have not completed their either their LPC or SQE, there is the option to complete their studies via the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship and SQE route through a recognised education provider, with employment at Davies and Partners Solicitors. This route will follow the internal structure of the Training Contract programme with four seat rotations coupled with studying for the SQE. For candidates who have a Law Degree or PGDL and have completed or will have completed their LPC or SQE by September 2025, there is the option to complete their qualification through the work-based Training Contract/Qualifying Work Experience with four seat rotations. Key Skills Required: A good academic background with a minimum 2:1 Law Degree or equivalent self-motivated. able to work independently and within a team environment. possess excellent professionalism and interpersonal skills. remain positive when working under pressure; and have a methodical approach to solving problems and routine tasks. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 31st May 2024 INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD: 30th & 31st July 2024 You may have experience in the following: Legal Trainee, Junior Solicitor, Legal Apprentice, Legal Assistant, or Legal Graduate, etc. REF-(Apply online only)
May 17, 2024
Contractor
Hours: Full time Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.30pm (37.5 hours per week) Salary : In line above Law Society recommendations. Contract: Fixed Term Contract Location: Bristol / Gloucester Davies and Partners Solicitors has a national reputation for providing a range of highly specialist legal services. The Firm is renowned for its excellence in property law and related work such as planning, property litigation and construction. It has also developed high levels of expertise in clinical negligence and personal injury, employment law, matrimonial and family law, wills, trusts and probate, corporate law and commercial work, compliance and fraud, asset recovery and dispute resolution. Our dedicated teams of expert solicitors are committed to providing their clients with professional, efficient, and high-quality legal services from across our five offices in Bristol, Gloucester, Birmingham, Devon, and London's West End. Opportunity We are currently seeking to recruit 4x full time Trainee Solicitors to start in September 2025 to be based at our Gloucester and Bristol offices on either: a Fixed Term basis for two years, for those who will have completed their LPC or SQE by September 2025; or a Fixed Term basis for 30 months for those undertaking the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship & SQE. There are two routes to apply depending on your qualifications: For candidates who have a Law Degree or PGDL but have not completed their either their LPC or SQE, there is the option to complete their studies via the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship and SQE route through a recognised education provider, with employment at Davies and Partners Solicitors. This route will follow the internal structure of the Training Contract programme with four seat rotations coupled with studying for the SQE. For candidates who have a Law Degree or PGDL and have completed or will have completed their LPC or SQE by September 2025, there is the option to complete their qualification through the work-based Training Contract/Qualifying Work Experience with four seat rotations. Key Skills Required: A good academic background with a minimum 2:1 Law Degree or equivalent self-motivated. able to work independently and within a team environment. possess excellent professionalism and interpersonal skills. remain positive when working under pressure; and have a methodical approach to solving problems and routine tasks. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 31st May 2024 INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD: 30th & 31st July 2024 You may have experience in the following: Legal Trainee, Junior Solicitor, Legal Apprentice, Legal Assistant, or Legal Graduate, etc. REF-(Apply online only)
Andy File Associates Limited is working as a Recruitment Agency on behalf of our client with regards this permanent position. Our client is a well-established leading firm of solicitors based in Sheffield. They are a forward-thinking organisation and one of the leading law firms in South Yorkshire well known for delivering excellent levels of client care. Role Purpose The successful Legal Assistant will provide integral administrative support to the Head of Department and fee earners within the Clinical Negligence team. Key Areas of Responsibility Responsibilities will include producing high quality and timely correspondence, responding to telephone calls and email enquiries, completing forms and preparing Court documents and electronic bundles, undertaking audio and copy typing of letters and documents, undertaking diary management tasks, dealing with file opening processes and invoicing and billing procedures. Experience of or ability to administer and progress cases using an electronic Case management System is essential. Candidates must have experience in working in a similar role, ideally within Clinical Negligence or Personal Injury department and have a detailed understanding of the funding of Clinical Negligence cases as they will have day to day responsibility for co-ordinating any appropriate audits for the purposes of Legal Aid and ATE providers. In addition, candidates must be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a confident and pro-active approach, and the ability to apply a high level of attention to detail in their work. Abilities, skills and knowledge: Excellent personal organisation including the ability to prioritise work Ability to work methodically and accurately with excellent attention to detail Strong team working skills and ability to work on own initiative Excellent communication and client care skills Personal style and behaviour: A professional and pro-active outlook. An integral commitment to the highest standards of integrity A dedication to delivering excellent standards of client care A flexible, adaptable and team-based approach Benefits include: 25 holidays + Bank holidays. An additional 3 days after 5 years service Scottish Widows Pension, standard contribution initially and after 3 years employer contribution 6% Westfield Healthcare Discount on legal fees up to £750 So, if this sounds like your next career move and you would like to join an experienced friendly team working in a fresh and dynamic office environment, then please apply now! Please note that only candidates with the legal right to work in the UK will be considered for this position. Proof of eligibility will be required at the time of application.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Andy File Associates Limited is working as a Recruitment Agency on behalf of our client with regards this permanent position. Our client is a well-established leading firm of solicitors based in Sheffield. They are a forward-thinking organisation and one of the leading law firms in South Yorkshire well known for delivering excellent levels of client care. Role Purpose The successful Legal Assistant will provide integral administrative support to the Head of Department and fee earners within the Clinical Negligence team. Key Areas of Responsibility Responsibilities will include producing high quality and timely correspondence, responding to telephone calls and email enquiries, completing forms and preparing Court documents and electronic bundles, undertaking audio and copy typing of letters and documents, undertaking diary management tasks, dealing with file opening processes and invoicing and billing procedures. Experience of or ability to administer and progress cases using an electronic Case management System is essential. Candidates must have experience in working in a similar role, ideally within Clinical Negligence or Personal Injury department and have a detailed understanding of the funding of Clinical Negligence cases as they will have day to day responsibility for co-ordinating any appropriate audits for the purposes of Legal Aid and ATE providers. In addition, candidates must be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a confident and pro-active approach, and the ability to apply a high level of attention to detail in their work. Abilities, skills and knowledge: Excellent personal organisation including the ability to prioritise work Ability to work methodically and accurately with excellent attention to detail Strong team working skills and ability to work on own initiative Excellent communication and client care skills Personal style and behaviour: A professional and pro-active outlook. An integral commitment to the highest standards of integrity A dedication to delivering excellent standards of client care A flexible, adaptable and team-based approach Benefits include: 25 holidays + Bank holidays. An additional 3 days after 5 years service Scottish Widows Pension, standard contribution initially and after 3 years employer contribution 6% Westfield Healthcare Discount on legal fees up to £750 So, if this sounds like your next career move and you would like to join an experienced friendly team working in a fresh and dynamic office environment, then please apply now! Please note that only candidates with the legal right to work in the UK will be considered for this position. Proof of eligibility will be required at the time of application.
Job Title: Medical Records Analyst Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: Competitive salary depending on experience Job Type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Ontime Reports Ltd are a specialist provider of business and legal support services to Express Solicitors. Our highly skilled team obtain medical records, expert reports and arrange treatments, investigations and surgeries for our personal injury and clinical negligence clients. Our specialist team make a real difference to injured peoples' lives, through our passion for client care. We are an inclusive team who believe in investing in our people. We provide exceptional training and support to ensure our team members are well equipped to confidently perform their role. Team members are supported by a dedicated mentor as well as a team leader throughout their Ontime journey. We offer a fantastic range of incentives, actively encouraging creativity, solution-based thinking and problem solving. We work collaboratively to developing and improve systems and processes. There is a strong focus on health and wellbeing, lunch clubs, book share, pool table, running club and much more. About The Role: We currently have a full-time vacancy for a Medical Records Analyst to provide support to our busy Legal Administration Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to join our team. Key Responsibilities: Collating medical records - Digitally sorting and paginating medical records, and producing indexes Preparing chronologies/timelines and identifying missing documents Using expertise to give professional guidance to the Legal Team on clients injuries and care Person Specification: Required Qualifications / Training: Good IT skills - conversant with Microsoft Word and Outlook Qualified general nurse with access to PIN Experience of PDF Xchange Editor would be an advantage but not essential Required Attributes: A methodical, organised approach Analytical Impartial Attention to detail Excellent command of English Desired Attributes: Nursing or Other Medical Qualification Experience of handling NHS complaints or working as a medical records clerk Knowledge of the Proclaim case management system an advantage Salary, Hours & Benefits: Flexible working hours Zero Hour Contract, annual leave prorated Individual mentoring programme for each team member 'Service Pledge Hero'; 'Employee of the Month' and 'Top Call Handler' incentives; rewarded with vouchers, chocolates, early finishes or late starts Thank you' scheme where team members can appreciate and recognise their colleagues, this can be mentions on Microsoft Teams, postcards or stickers 23 days holiday. Entitlement will rise 1 day per year to a max of 26 days per year of service, plus bank/public holidays Absence incentive: employees who complete three consecutive months with zero unplanned absence earn an additional half a day's annual leave Three holiday buy backs per year after 1 year of service Optional pension salary sacrifice scheme after 3 months Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service Birthday Holiday after 2 years' service Death in Service - 2x salary based on annual salary only - eligibility commences when you join the company Active social events both team and firm wide The opportunity to join various groups such as Diversity & Inclusion, Netball, Football, Running and more Employee Assistance Programme Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Qualified Nurse, Registered Nurse, Registered General Nurse, RGN, Medical File Evaluation, Medical Legal Administrator, Legal Assistance may also be considered for this role.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Medical Records Analyst Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: Competitive salary depending on experience Job Type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Ontime Reports Ltd are a specialist provider of business and legal support services to Express Solicitors. Our highly skilled team obtain medical records, expert reports and arrange treatments, investigations and surgeries for our personal injury and clinical negligence clients. Our specialist team make a real difference to injured peoples' lives, through our passion for client care. We are an inclusive team who believe in investing in our people. We provide exceptional training and support to ensure our team members are well equipped to confidently perform their role. Team members are supported by a dedicated mentor as well as a team leader throughout their Ontime journey. We offer a fantastic range of incentives, actively encouraging creativity, solution-based thinking and problem solving. We work collaboratively to developing and improve systems and processes. There is a strong focus on health and wellbeing, lunch clubs, book share, pool table, running club and much more. About The Role: We currently have a full-time vacancy for a Medical Records Analyst to provide support to our busy Legal Administration Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to join our team. Key Responsibilities: Collating medical records - Digitally sorting and paginating medical records, and producing indexes Preparing chronologies/timelines and identifying missing documents Using expertise to give professional guidance to the Legal Team on clients injuries and care Person Specification: Required Qualifications / Training: Good IT skills - conversant with Microsoft Word and Outlook Qualified general nurse with access to PIN Experience of PDF Xchange Editor would be an advantage but not essential Required Attributes: A methodical, organised approach Analytical Impartial Attention to detail Excellent command of English Desired Attributes: Nursing or Other Medical Qualification Experience of handling NHS complaints or working as a medical records clerk Knowledge of the Proclaim case management system an advantage Salary, Hours & Benefits: Flexible working hours Zero Hour Contract, annual leave prorated Individual mentoring programme for each team member 'Service Pledge Hero'; 'Employee of the Month' and 'Top Call Handler' incentives; rewarded with vouchers, chocolates, early finishes or late starts Thank you' scheme where team members can appreciate and recognise their colleagues, this can be mentions on Microsoft Teams, postcards or stickers 23 days holiday. Entitlement will rise 1 day per year to a max of 26 days per year of service, plus bank/public holidays Absence incentive: employees who complete three consecutive months with zero unplanned absence earn an additional half a day's annual leave Three holiday buy backs per year after 1 year of service Optional pension salary sacrifice scheme after 3 months Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service Birthday Holiday after 2 years' service Death in Service - 2x salary based on annual salary only - eligibility commences when you join the company Active social events both team and firm wide The opportunity to join various groups such as Diversity & Inclusion, Netball, Football, Running and more Employee Assistance Programme Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Qualified Nurse, Registered Nurse, Registered General Nurse, RGN, Medical File Evaluation, Medical Legal Administrator, Legal Assistance may also be considered for this role.
Company Overview: Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire-based firm providing legal services to local clients for over 100 years. They now provide services to clients across England and Wales due to their significant investment in their people and infrastructure to ensure they are a leading law firm in today's market. Their position as a pre-eminent private client firm has been strengthened in the last few years by a growing reputation for helping clients with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. They pride themselves in their approachability, pragmatism and being able to provide advice and support across all aspects of a matter. They always put their staff and clients first, and because of their investment in the profession's leading systems and software, they know they can provide a first-class service. Description: The Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence Department is one of the foremost in the region and has been growing for a number of years. They have recently had two solicitors nominated for National Awards, as well as last year their department being nominated as Claimant Team of the Year at the National Personal Injury Awards. Last year they won Best Personal Injury & Medical Negligence Law firm in the East Midlands, and this year they are now listed in the Legal 500 as Expert Clinical Negligence Lawyers in the East Midlands region. They are currently looking for a candidate with 1-3 years experience as a Clinical Negligence Legal Advisor, in order to build and run a busy caseload of clinical negligence cases, ranging from taking new instructions through to trial or settlement of litigated cases. The successful candidate will also assist senior solicitors with high-value complex claims. They are happy to take applications from Paralegals; NQ Solicitors or NQ Legal Executives. The Department has established a reputation for providing a quality and personal service that meets their clients' needs. The team provides a very down-to-earth and approachable service working for a variety of clients, with a track record of achieving excellent results. The team is currently busy and continually seeking new opportunities with marketing and business development is openly encouraged. They are progressive in their approach and very forward-thinking. The successful candidate will be expected to assume the responsibilities of handling a demanding caseload. It will be necessary that the successful candidate is a team player and can contribute towards the growth of the department. This may involve participation in marketing events, seminars and generally being able and wanting to build on their experience. The offices are in Lincoln, Newark, Sleaford, Grantham, and Boston, and this role will be based predominantly in their Lincoln office with the flexibility to work from home part-time after successful completion of a probationary period. Activities will be varied and will include, but are not limited to the following: To manage all client work allocated by the Head of Department. To ensure that all client work progresses expeditiously and that the client is kept regularly informed on progress and costs. Exercise high standards of client care professionally and pleasantly. To achieve set performance targets. Ensure the confidentiality and security of all of the firms and client documentation and information. To maintain clear and precise communications with other personnel of the firm. To ensure good working relationships with external institutions and organisations. Benefits include: Highly competitive salary commensurate with qualification and experience Bonus Scheme 25 days annual leave Staff discount Annual Holiday Sale/Purchase scheme Benefit platform membership Life Assurance Flexible working
May 17, 2024
Full time
Company Overview: Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire-based firm providing legal services to local clients for over 100 years. They now provide services to clients across England and Wales due to their significant investment in their people and infrastructure to ensure they are a leading law firm in today's market. Their position as a pre-eminent private client firm has been strengthened in the last few years by a growing reputation for helping clients with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. They pride themselves in their approachability, pragmatism and being able to provide advice and support across all aspects of a matter. They always put their staff and clients first, and because of their investment in the profession's leading systems and software, they know they can provide a first-class service. Description: The Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence Department is one of the foremost in the region and has been growing for a number of years. They have recently had two solicitors nominated for National Awards, as well as last year their department being nominated as Claimant Team of the Year at the National Personal Injury Awards. Last year they won Best Personal Injury & Medical Negligence Law firm in the East Midlands, and this year they are now listed in the Legal 500 as Expert Clinical Negligence Lawyers in the East Midlands region. They are currently looking for a candidate with 1-3 years experience as a Clinical Negligence Legal Advisor, in order to build and run a busy caseload of clinical negligence cases, ranging from taking new instructions through to trial or settlement of litigated cases. The successful candidate will also assist senior solicitors with high-value complex claims. They are happy to take applications from Paralegals; NQ Solicitors or NQ Legal Executives. The Department has established a reputation for providing a quality and personal service that meets their clients' needs. The team provides a very down-to-earth and approachable service working for a variety of clients, with a track record of achieving excellent results. The team is currently busy and continually seeking new opportunities with marketing and business development is openly encouraged. They are progressive in their approach and very forward-thinking. The successful candidate will be expected to assume the responsibilities of handling a demanding caseload. It will be necessary that the successful candidate is a team player and can contribute towards the growth of the department. This may involve participation in marketing events, seminars and generally being able and wanting to build on their experience. The offices are in Lincoln, Newark, Sleaford, Grantham, and Boston, and this role will be based predominantly in their Lincoln office with the flexibility to work from home part-time after successful completion of a probationary period. Activities will be varied and will include, but are not limited to the following: To manage all client work allocated by the Head of Department. To ensure that all client work progresses expeditiously and that the client is kept regularly informed on progress and costs. Exercise high standards of client care professionally and pleasantly. To achieve set performance targets. Ensure the confidentiality and security of all of the firms and client documentation and information. To maintain clear and precise communications with other personnel of the firm. To ensure good working relationships with external institutions and organisations. Benefits include: Highly competitive salary commensurate with qualification and experience Bonus Scheme 25 days annual leave Staff discount Annual Holiday Sale/Purchase scheme Benefit platform membership Life Assurance Flexible working