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 senior 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
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
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarize yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
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 senior 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 senior 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 Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level with LPC
- Qualified Solicitor or trainee solicitor willing to transfer training contract over to the Trust for completion
- Significant specialist work experience in claims and inquest management within NHS trust or similar
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Law Degree /qualified or trainee solicitor
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of NHS Claims management, including high value clinical negligence claims and complex Coroner's Inquests
- Good understanding of the importance of good file management, use of attendance notes etc
- Experience of advocacy work
- Exerience of managing and supervising staff
Desirable
- Experience of working in a legal or insurance environment
Communication and Relationship
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and comm skills with ability to influence and negotiate at all levels, inc during highly stressful and contentious situations
- Deals frequently with sensitive, in depth confidential and often distressing information tactfully, discreetly and in difficult circumstances
- Works well under pressure, maintaining professionalism and tactfully dealing with a variety of people in difficult situations
Desirable
Analytical and Judgement
Essential
- Work independently with minimum supervision
- Ability to analyse/process highly complex facts and information in respect to clinical negligence claims and devise appropriate management strategies
- Ability to recognise the needs of others and impart information appropriately and accordingly
- Experience of and ability to analyse a wide range of varied information including medical records, reports from clinicians, the A A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I PALS and Risk files, photographs and Health and Safety Reports/RIDDOR.
Physical skills
Essential
- Ability to frequently maintain high levels of concentration
- Capable of working in a mainly desk/PC based environment
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level with LPC
- Qualified Solicitor or trainee solicitor willing to transfer training contract over to the Trust for completion
- Significant specialist work experience in claims and inquest management within NHS trust or similar
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Law Degree /qualified or trainee solicitor
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of NHS Claims management, including high value clinical negligence claims and complex Coroner's Inquests
- Good understanding of the importance of good file management, use of attendance notes etc
- Experience of advocacy work
- Exerience of managing and supervising staff
Desirable
- Experience of working in a legal or insurance environment
Communication and Relationship
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and comm skills with ability to influence and negotiate at all levels, inc during highly stressful and contentious situations
- Deals frequently with sensitive, in depth confidential and often distressing information tactfully, discreetly and in difficult circumstances
- Works well under pressure, maintaining professionalism and tactfully dealing with a variety of people in difficult situations
Desirable
Analytical and Judgement
Essential
- Work independently with minimum supervision
- Ability to analyse/process highly complex facts and information in respect to clinical negligence claims and devise appropriate management strategies
- Ability to recognise the needs of others and impart information appropriately and accordingly
- Experience of and ability to analyse a wide range of varied information including medical records, reports from clinicians, the A A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I PALS and Risk files, photographs and Health and Safety Reports/RIDDOR.
Physical skills
Essential
- Ability to frequently maintain high levels of concentration
- Capable of working in a mainly desk/PC based environment
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).