Litigation Lawyer

About Our Client

A leading healthcare provider in the UK

• Managing litigation claims, complex complaints, and serious incident investigations.
• Reviewing reports from external counsel in respect of litigation claims, advising hospitals in respect of the same and providing instructions to counsel in response.
• Assisting hospitals and external counsel with disclosure exercises and obtaining of factual/witness evidence.
• Handling insurer claim notifications and supporting insurance renewal.
• Advising individual hospitals and the wider group about learning arising from claims and working with teams across the business to develop actions to address that learning.
• Liaising with internal and external communications advisors, as required, in respect of public relations considerations or media coverage which may impact upon the group, particularly that arising from ongoing litigation.
• Consulting on internal governance processes, policies, and investigations.
• Providing general advisory support, particularly in the context of healthcare, and supporting the DP Team with Data Protection and Freedom of Information queries.
• Supporting staff and, where appropriate, representing the business at range of tribunal and court hearings.
• Drafting reports to the Group Executive Committee and Board of Directors.
• Managing and developing claims data.
• Developing and maintaining precedent documentation and policies.
• Providing legal training to Hospitals / Head Office.
• Supporting other senior members of the legal team as necessary on wider projects.

• Strong academic background (a 2:1 degree or equivalent).
• Experience as a litigation solicitor in private practice or a supervised in-house role.
• Demonstrable drafting skills.
• A proactive, self-motivated, and reliable, with a 'can do' attitude and ability to take initiative.
• Ability to build rapport easily as well as effective relationships.
• Innovative mindset with a keen desire to take on new projects.

What's on Offer

A one year fixed term contract with a potential to evolve into a permanent position.

This position pays £65,000 plus benefits.

You are only required to go to the office 1 day per week.