Job summary
Clinical Negligence Lawyer
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership - Legal & Risk Services
We are seeking to recruit experienced qualified lawyers (solicitor / CILEx Chartered Legal Executive Litigator & Advocate / Barrister) in the fields of public inquiries, personal injury and/or clinical negligence to join our growing teams. If you would like to make a positive difference and work in an organisation which truly values its staff, this will interest you.
Your role willinitially be based at Companies House, until we relocate to our new base in early 2024 to CP2, Welsh Government Offices, King Edward VII Avenue Cardiff CF10 3NQ
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
Managing a varied caseload of clinical negligence claims on behalf of the NHS in Wales. Advising and supporting clients in respect of the UK Covid19 Public Inquiry. This is a varied role which will allow the post holder to develop a wide range of skills and be at the forefront of this fast changing area of law. We pride ourselves on our relationships with our clients and the quality of our service. The post holder will be expected to build strong client relationships quickly and to be able to work at pace. We are committed to innovation and efficiency. We play a key role in delivering change across Wales. We are committed to the development and well-being of our staff. The successful candidate will be able to act in a minimally supervised role building on previous experience as a qualified lawyer. Supervision will be provided for all high value complex claims to allow the lawyer to gain the necessary experience in this area of work
About us
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we have high standards and expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening & Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility & Innovating, whilst ensuring trust, honesty and compassion are implicit in everything that we d.
We are adaptable, agile and flexible and pride ourselves on being a learning organisation - one where it is safe to make mistakes, where blame is replaced by opportunity, learning and improvement. Innovation is built into everything that we do.
We recognise our people regularly and have an Appreciation Station, to encourage staff to applaud exemplary behaviour in one another, alongside an Annual Staff Recognition Award ceremony aligned to our values.
We respect and value our people and strive for a culture of compassion and inclusivity. We are a bilingual organisation, and we have a team of Change Champions who advocate 'This is Our NWSSP' our principal change programme. Similarly, PROUD is our new staff network welcoming LGBT+ colleagues and allies to come together in a safe space for discussions, event planning and the opportunity to build supportive networks.
We have a comprehensive benefits package where there is something for everyone, supporting health, engagement and wellbeing and includes an Employee Assistance Programme. We have over 30 Mental Health First Aiders and work in partnership with local and national organisations to ensure the well-being and resilience of our people
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications/Knowledge
Essential
- Law Degree & Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (or equivalent)
- Qualified with litigation and advocacy rights
Desirable
- Higher Degree
- NHS Background
- Structure of the NHS
- Relevant healthcare related law
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience, post qualification, in clinical negligence/personal injury gained through practice
- Experience of making presentations to non-legal staff
- Experience in drafting documents and advice to clients
Desirable
- Defendant clinical negligence experience
- Extensive experience in drafting documents
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- IT Skills/Computer literate to include the ability to learn new technologies and IT introduced
- Ability to communicate in all formats, in plain English.
- Ability to negotiate in often difficult or emotional circumstances
- Conscientious, confident, flexible and professional approach to work
- Ability to prioritise and organise own work whilst motivating the junior members team
- Ability to recognise own capabilities
- Evidence of excellent client care skills
Desirable
- Ability to train, mentor and support more junior members of the team
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Listening and learning
- Working together
- Taking responsibility
- Innovating
Other
Essential
- Willing to undertake further professional development
- Able to travel to undertake the duties of the post at various locations
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications/Knowledge
Essential
- Law Degree & Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (or equivalent)
- Qualified with litigation and advocacy rights
Desirable
- Higher Degree
- NHS Background
- Structure of the NHS
- Relevant healthcare related law
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience, post qualification, in clinical negligence/personal injury gained through practice
- Experience of making presentations to non-legal staff
- Experience in drafting documents and advice to clients
Desirable
- Defendant clinical negligence experience
- Extensive experience in drafting documents
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- IT Skills/Computer literate to include the ability to learn new technologies and IT introduced
- Ability to communicate in all formats, in plain English.
- Ability to negotiate in often difficult or emotional circumstances
- Conscientious, confident, flexible and professional approach to work
- Ability to prioritise and organise own work whilst motivating the junior members team
- Ability to recognise own capabilities
- Evidence of excellent client care skills
Desirable
- Ability to train, mentor and support more junior members of the team
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Listening and learning
- Working together
- Taking responsibility
- Innovating
Other
Essential
- Willing to undertake further professional development
- Able to travel to undertake the duties of the post at various locations
Desirable
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership
Address
Initially based at Companies House and relocating to CP2, Cardiff CF10 3NQ
Crown Way
Cardiff
CF15 7QZ
Employer's website
https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
