Job summary
At Nottingham University Hospitals, we're expanding our Legal Services Department. Across the Trust we are investing in our people, and putting our development plans in action. So, it's an incredibly exciting time to join us.
As a legal advisor within the team, you'll be at the forefront of everything legal that we do and have a positive impact across the Trust and when engaging with key stakeholders. It's a hugely rewarding role where we'll give you everything you need to develop your career.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the brief list above you must familiarise yourself with the full job description and person specification attached to this advert prior to applying.
Day-to-day, you'll run a mixed case load of inquests, claims and general advice matters. You will provide timely advice on legal matters to staff across the Trust, in all Divisions and to the Board. Work will cover a range of things including any issues that arise on inquest and claims matters and any general advice queries which often touch upon consent, safeguarding, behavioural issues, and medical treatment decisions. You will be responsible for the supervision of more junior team members.
You will be involved in making positive changes to Trust processes and guidance and sharing learning and themes from claims and inquests in order to support the Trust's drive for quality and to improve patient safety.
About us
General Policies Procedures and Practices:To comply with all Trust policies, procedures and practices and to be responsible for keeping up to date with any changes to these.
Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards
Job description
Job responsibilities
At Nottingham University Hospitals, were expanding our Legal Services Department. Across the Trust we are investing in our people, and putting our development plans in action. So, its an incredibly exciting time to join us.
As a legal advisor within the team, youll be at the forefront of everything legal that we do and have a positive impact across the Trust and when engaging with key stakeholders. Its a hugely rewarding role where well give you everything you need to develop your career. Day-to-day, youll run a mixed case load of inquests, claims and general advice matters. You will provide timely advice on legal matters to staff across the Trust, in all Divisions and to the Board. Work will cover a range of things including any issues that arise on inquest and claims matters and any general advice queries which often touch upon consent, safeguarding, behavioural issues, and medical treatment decisions. You will be responsible for the supervision of more junior team members.
You will be involved in making positive changes to Trust processes and guidance and sharing learning and themes from claims and inquests in order to support the Trusts drive for quality and to improve patient safety.
Your work will make a real difference to the life and wellbeing of Trust staff members who are involved in legal processes.
A dynamic and experienced lawyer or paralegal you will be looking to take your next step in your legal career. This is a fast-paced and dynamic role, no two days are the same.
Youll have a background of being a good litigator, with inquest experience or general advocacy experience. You will understand the importance of hitting deadlines, of following process, of running a case load properly but also be empathetic, kind and supportive. Youll be able to multi-task, organise your time and move seamlessly from one task to another. As a real team player who thrives in a busy environment, youll get the best out of yourself and us. In return, youll be given plenty of opportunities to grow and develop. And youll have access to lots of other benefits, including a generous NHS Pension and holiday allowance and an exciting range of exclusive staff wellbeing activities. There is also the opportunity of a training contract for the right person.
Job description
Job responsibilities
At Nottingham University Hospitals, were expanding our Legal Services Department. Across the Trust we are investing in our people, and putting our development plans in action. So, its an incredibly exciting time to join us.
As a legal advisor within the team, youll be at the forefront of everything legal that we do and have a positive impact across the Trust and when engaging with key stakeholders. Its a hugely rewarding role where well give you everything you need to develop your career. Day-to-day, youll run a mixed case load of inquests, claims and general advice matters. You will provide timely advice on legal matters to staff across the Trust, in all Divisions and to the Board. Work will cover a range of things including any issues that arise on inquest and claims matters and any general advice queries which often touch upon consent, safeguarding, behavioural issues, and medical treatment decisions. You will be responsible for the supervision of more junior team members.
You will be involved in making positive changes to Trust processes and guidance and sharing learning and themes from claims and inquests in order to support the Trusts drive for quality and to improve patient safety.
Your work will make a real difference to the life and wellbeing of Trust staff members who are involved in legal processes.
A dynamic and experienced lawyer or paralegal you will be looking to take your next step in your legal career. This is a fast-paced and dynamic role, no two days are the same.
Youll have a background of being a good litigator, with inquest experience or general advocacy experience. You will understand the importance of hitting deadlines, of following process, of running a case load properly but also be empathetic, kind and supportive. Youll be able to multi-task, organise your time and move seamlessly from one task to another. As a real team player who thrives in a busy environment, youll get the best out of yourself and us. In return, youll be given plenty of opportunities to grow and develop. And youll have access to lots of other benefits, including a generous NHS Pension and holiday allowance and an exciting range of exclusive staff wellbeing activities. There is also the opportunity of a training contract for the right person.
Person Specification
Training and Qualification
Essential
- Law Degree
- CILEx Associate or Graduate (or equivalent) member or Law Degree or 3 years relevant experience assisting in the management or personal injury claims and/ or clinical negligence claims/ inquests is desirable
Experience
Essential
- Proven track record of managing a substantial caseload of NHS legal claims, including high value clinical negligence claims and complex cororoner's inquests for a minimum of 3 years
- Demonstrate experience of advising at senior level on range of health law issues that arise in an acute NHS setting
- Demonstrate experience of supervision of junior team members
Communication and Relationship
Essential
- Extensive experience of conducting difficult meetings involving clinical and professional staff on legal issues affecting them
- Experience of working with and effectively communicating with a range of external stakeholders inc NHSR, solicitors, Coroner, Police
Analytical and Judgement
Essential
- Work independently with minimum supervision
- Analyse a wide range of complex information and decide on appropriate claims manage of a claim
Planning and organisation
Essential
- Working to deadlines and under pressure, adapting to changing requirements and unpredictable nature of the job. Must be able to adjust priorities accordingly
Person Specification
Training and Qualification
Essential
- Law Degree
- CILEx Associate or Graduate (or equivalent) member or Law Degree or 3 years relevant experience assisting in the management or personal injury claims and/ or clinical negligence claims/ inquests is desirable
Experience
Essential
- Proven track record of managing a substantial caseload of NHS legal claims, including high value clinical negligence claims and complex cororoner's inquests for a minimum of 3 years
- Demonstrate experience of advising at senior level on range of health law issues that arise in an acute NHS setting
- Demonstrate experience of supervision of junior team members
Communication and Relationship
Essential
- Extensive experience of conducting difficult meetings involving clinical and professional staff on legal issues affecting them
- Experience of working with and effectively communicating with a range of external stakeholders inc NHSR, solicitors, Coroner, Police
Analytical and Judgement
Essential
- Work independently with minimum supervision
- Analyse a wide range of complex information and decide on appropriate claims manage of a claim
Planning and organisation
Essential
- Working to deadlines and under pressure, adapting to changing requirements and unpredictable nature of the job. Must be able to adjust priorities accordingly
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).