🔎 Legal Risk Assessor - Non-Fee Earning Role | Clinical Negligence Experience Essential📍 Manchester | 💼 Hybrid Working | 💰 Up to £40K DOE + Bonus + BenefitsSimpson Millar – The Open LawyersAre you an experienced Clinical Negligence Fee Earner, Paralegal or Legal Executive ready for something new? Want to stay close to the legal work you love – without the pressure of fee earning?Simpson Millar is hiring a Legal Risk Assessor to join our Injury practice area. This is a strategic, non-fee earning role where you’ll use your clinical negligence knowledge to assess case viability, support client onboarding, and influence commercial decisions across the firm.Why this role?You’ll play a pivotal part in deciding which new enquiries we pursue, using your legal expertise to guide our decision-making. It’s perfect for someone with strong hands-on experience in Clinical Negligence who’s ready to move away from managing a caseload – but still wants to make a meaningful impact.What you’ll be doing:✔ Assessing the legal and commercial merit of new Injury enquiries✔ Reviewing accepted cases for quality and viability✔ Supporting and coaching our Contact Centre team✔ Liaising with legal teams to ensure consistent risk profiling✔ Contributing to process improvements and commercial insightsWhat we’re looking for:🔹 Clinical Negligence case handling experience (essential)🔹 Fee Earner, Paralegal or Legal Exec background🔹 Commercial mindset with risk awareness🔹 Strong communicator and team player🔹 Familiar with digital case management systems🔹 Coaching experience a bonus, but not requiredWhat you’ll get:✅ Up to £40K salary (depending on experience)✅ Annual bonus scheme✅ 27 days\' holiday + bank holidays✅ Buy/sell holidays + 4-week work-abroad option✅ Hybrid working✅ Pension, life assurance, EAP & moreAbout Simpson MillarWe’re a progressive, inclusive law firm focused on making legal services accessible and transparent. Our people are encouraged to challenge the norm and shape the future of legal service delivery.Diversity & InclusionWe’re committed to building an inclusive team that reflects the clients and communities we serve. Everyone is welcome - and supported - to bring their whole self to work.👉 Ready to make a difference without managing a caseload? Apply now or message Ruth Henderson, Recruitment Business Partner, for a confidential chat.
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Simpson Millar is an excellent employer for those seeking a meaningful role in the legal sector, particularly in Manchester. With a strong focus on inclusivity and employee development, we offer a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and generous benefits including an annual bonus scheme and extensive holiday options. Join us to make a significant impact in a supportive environment that values your expertise and encourages professional growth.
