GEMINI RECRUITMENT SERVICES LTD
Clinical Negligence Solicitor
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Role: Clinical Negligence Solicitor - Director Level
Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Clinical Negligence Solicitor (Director level) for highly sought permanent position.
Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client's accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm.
Department Background:
Our Client's team offers sensitive and expert advice to bereaved families who have lost a loved one as a result of medical (clinical) negligence or medical injury during treatment and wish to make a no win no fee claim for compensation. Their team is known for being caring and considerate; they go the extra mile for clients, supporting them at every stage of the claims process, with the objective of obtaining maximum compensation. They deal with a range of Clinical Negligence including birth injuries, cosmetic surgery, dental/ hospital negligence, medical misdiagnosis and medical / surgical negligence.
Main Responsibilities of the Role:
- Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met
- Professional, proactive approach, strong client care skills, and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients needs
- Responsible for all aspects of Clinical Negligence work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members
- Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities
- Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Clinical Negligence cases that have been issued at court. This includes excellent understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules and protocols
- Attending clients, taking instructions, and preparing cases
- Dealing with correspondence
- Drafting schedules of loss
- Reviewing Medical Records
- Maintaining accurate time costing procedures
- Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews, ensuring that these are dealt with promptly.
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Key Skills Required:
- 3+ years of PQE in Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury Law, with a proven track record of managing complex cases and achieving favorable outcomes for clients.
- Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying.
- Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges.
- Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators is an advantage.
- Professional with a proactive approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities.
- Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
- Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment.
- Working knowledge of Clinical Negligence work and the ability to service privately funded cases.
- Experience in own advocacy is an advantage.
- Excellent IT Skills - familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document.
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This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required.
About Gemini Recruitment and Equal Opportunities:
Gemini Recruitment is a leading UK agency specialising in legal placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainees, Paralegals, and Support Staff. We are committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusivity, ensuring our workforce reflects the communities we serve.
Our recruitment process complies with GDPR and UK laws, including CRB/DBS checks to confirm eligibility and suitability. By applying, you consent to Gemini Recruitment submitting your CV to the hiring company and accept our Terms, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers available on our website.
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