Clinical Negligence Solicitor/ CILEX
| Role | Clinical Negligence Solicitor/ CILEX |
|---|---|
| Location | Leeds |
Mckie Recruit are seeking a Solicitor to join our client’s Clinical Negligence Team based in their Leeds office. This is a full-time position with a weekly commitment of 36.25 hours, Monday to Friday. Additionally, they offer the flexibility of hybrid working.
This presents an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor or CILEX to advance their career while becoming an integral part of our collaborative and highly professional team. Although the role demands the fast-paced, customer-focused approach and high standards associated with a law firm, it also offers a sustainable work-life balance and a strong connection to the local community in which it is situated.
- working alongside other solicitors, partners, and paralegals
- having direct communication with clients and third-party professionals
- managing their own case load
- dealing with a mix of Complex Clinical Negligence cases
- using the Firm’s Case Management Systems
- preparing articles/blogs/legal updates and publishing to social media
- business development activities
Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor/Legal Executive (or equivalent)
- Experience working within Clinical Negligence and serious catastrophic injury is Essential
- Proven competence in their IT skills (outlook, word, case management and other systems experience)
- The ability to work as part of a team
- Good client care skills, providing professional and competent legal advice in accordance with the SRA Code of Conduct
- Experience of handling own caseload, working to and managing deadlines, alongside the Capability to generate fees in accordance with agreed targets
- Good writing and drafting skills, with excellent communication and technical ability
- have excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- have an interest in long-term development/progression in the department
- have good communication skills, both written and verbal
- driving license and access to a vehicle as travel will be required throughout the North West region. (*If you have a disability that prevents you from driving please specify so we can assess what reasonable adjustments can be made.)
Categories: Clinical Negligence,
Tags: civil litigation, clinical negligence, Leeds, Solicitor, vacancies, vacancy,