Responsible for managing a mixed caseload include statement request files, employer/public liability claims, clinical negligence claims, general advices and sometimes basic inquest matters.

To assist the Legal Services Team with the day to day administration, conduct and investigation of legal matters as required.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the legal team at Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust. You will be responsible for managing a mixed case load of matters.

You will hold a degree in Law and possibly a relevant postgraduate qualification (LPC or BPTC). Previous experience working as a Paralegal is a significant advantage, particularly experience in the management of clinical negligence/personal injury claims and/or inquests. Experience of working in the NHS or with NHS clients would be an advantage. The role requires an individual who has the confidence and experience to communicate effectively with a wide range of health and legal professionals.

The Trust offers Solicitor Apprenticeships and these have been offered to previous Paralegals who have demonstrated exceptional skill and commitment to the role.

About us

By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by

• Supporting your career development and progression
• Excellent NHS Pension scheme
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Options for flexible working
• Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources
• If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients
• Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate
• Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates
• Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k
• Free car parking at all trust sites
• Free flu vaccinations every year
• Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met)

And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Spec. To apply for this job please click on the link which will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

Person Specification

communication skills

Essential

• Evidence of excellent written communication and drafting skills
• CILEX member, Law Degree or equivalent qualification/Experience

Desirable

• Experience in taking witness statements
• Proven track record managing a large caseload and juggling competing demands under pressure

Experience

Essential

• oCILEX member, Law Degree or equivalent qualification/Experience

Desirable

• oExperience managing a legal caseload

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust HQ

Corporation Street

Stafford

ST16 3SR

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

301-JP-24-6804094