Clinical Negligence Claims Managers

Clinical Negligence Claims Managers

Based in Leeds

6 month Fixed Term Contract

Circa £55,000 (Negotiable)

We have a requirement for 2experienced Solicitors to join our Claims Management team in Leeds.

As a Claims Manager you will manage a caseload of pre-action and litigated claims up to the value of £750,000, with the support of our in-house Litigation Team or Panel firms. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, including in-house doctors and dentists, claims assistants and support staff. You will work closely with our members, advising and guiding them through the claims process.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To advise on complex issues of breach of duty and causation based on detailed analysis of clinical records, factual and expert evidence.

• To apply sound judgement and good commercial sense to achieve cost effective and efficient resolution of claims.
• To protect and act in the best interests of our members at all times.
• Keep up to date with relevant professional knowledge

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Extensive claims management and/or litigation experience with a good background in clinical negligence
• The ability to critically determine the cost effective nature and extent of any investigation required and to competently set and implement case strategy through to resolution
• IT literate with practical experience of using IT as an analytical and case management tool
• Managing high value clinical negligence claims (desired)
• Excellent analytical, communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Articulate and persuasive
• Ability to resolve conflict in an effective and professional manner
• Strong commitment to a collaborative working environment

In return, we offer a great working environment in conveniently located offices in the City Centre. We offer an exceptional benefits package, including a 12% pension scheme, 30 days paid holiday (in addition to public holidays), car allowance, private medical insurance and a health care cash plan, childcare vouchers and an annual bonus scheme.

If you are interested in applying for one of these positions please send your CV and covering letter via email to careers@medicalprotection.org

The closing date for these positions is Wednesday 31^st October 2018

Interviews and assessment will be held on the Friday 16^th November 2018