At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage your own caseload and support the team in delivering exceptional client service.
- Company: Progressive law firm in Newcastle offering a hybrid working environment.
- Benefits: 35 days holiday, bonus scheme, and flexible working for a great work-life balance.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with ongoing training and fun company events.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in clinical negligence while growing your legal expertise.
- Qualifications: NQ-5 years PQE in Clinical Negligence with strong communication and organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Location: Newcastle/Hybrid. Hybrid working available with flexibility to work from home and collaborate in-office when needed. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a progressive environment where your contribution will be valued, your professional growth supported, and your work truly impactful. If you’re ready to advance your expertise and grow with a firm that values excellence, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Accountable for running an individual caseload
- Provide support, guidance and assistance to the team to deliver outstanding service to clients
- Contribute to proactive and commercial case management and progression across the team
- Support the Team Leader/Head of Department in ensuring the delivery of the team’s financial and performance KPIs
- Effective and thorough time recording
- Discuss and agree case tactics and planning with the Team Leader/Head of Department and team members
- Identify and drive cases ready for LOC, settlement, and service within the team
- Work with the team to ensure relevant information is collected and collated to enable case progression
- Manage a caseload in a proactive commercial manner
- Coordinate the progression of cases with all internal and external parties
- Draft legal documentation including LOC, letters of instruction
- Negotiate settlements and issue/service of proceedings as required
- Litigation of claims as required
- Oversee documentation and correspondence produced by the team
- Advise the team on technical issues arising from their cases with support from the Team Leader/Head of Department
Requirements / Ideal Candidate
- Recent experience handling a caseload NQ-5 years PQE or equivalent experience in Clinical Negligence
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and drafting skills
- Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Proclaim and Excel
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong commercial awareness within a legal environment
- Ability to work well with junior team members, providing coaching and mentoring
- Flexible and willing to commit to achieving results and meeting deadlines
- Excellent client care skills
Benefits
- 35 hour working week
- Bonus scheme (subject to targets)
- 35 days holiday per year including bank holidays and Christmas closure; option to purchase up to 3 extra days per year (subject to long service terms)
- Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice
- Life assurance policy
- Medicash policy for dental, optical and other medical expenses
- Company sick pay
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and IVF schemes
- Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance
- Funded calendar of company social events
- Monthly voucher awards for winning nominees
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Solicitor or Equivalent (Clinical Negligence Grade C - Newcastle) employer: 4COM (4Communication B.V)
Join a forward-thinking firm in Newcastle that prioritises your professional growth and values your contributions. With a flexible hybrid working model, generous holiday allowance, and a commitment to employee well-being, this is an excellent opportunity for solicitors looking to make a meaningful impact in clinical negligence. Enjoy a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and offers ongoing training, ensuring you thrive in your legal career.
