Clinical Negligence Associate, 5+ PQE

3 weeks ago

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Kennedys Full time

Position Overview

Kennedys is seeking a qualified Associate to support our practice focused on clinical negligence claims and inquests. This role is available for candidates based in various locations.

Opportunity

This position presents an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about clinical negligence to become part of a distinguished division recognized for its expertise in defending clinical negligence cases.

Team Dynamics

The Healthcare division provides legal counsel to NHS Resolution, NHS Trusts, and medical malpractice insurers, addressing issues related to employer's liability, public liability, and clinical negligence claims. Our team also offers guidance on medical insurance coverage, health law, and regulatory matters, representing clients in inquests and judicial reviews. We have a strong presence across multiple offices.

Clientele

  • NHS Resolution
  • NHS Healthcare clients
  • Independent hospital groups and medical practitioners

Case Types

  • Diverse clinical negligence claims

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience as a UK Qualified Solicitor or CILEX qualified with relevant expertise
  • Experience in handling claims and inquests
  • Client interaction experience and participation in business development activities
  • Understanding of insurance and coverage matters

About Kennedys

Kennedys is a global law firm specializing in dispute resolution and advisory services. With a workforce of over 2,300 across 43 offices worldwide, we pride ourselves on having some of the most respected legal professionals in the industry.

Our attorneys manage both contentious and non-contentious legal matters, offering a broad spectrum of specialized legal services across various sectors, with a particular focus on litigation and dispute resolution, especially in the context of insurance and liability claims.

We are an innovative firm, unafraid to challenge conventional perspectives within the legal sector. Our approach empowers clients with a diverse array of ideas, tools, and technologies to simplify their legal challenges while consistently delivering outstanding results.

What We Offer

We welcome talented lawyers, business services professionals, and support staff to be part of our expanding global firm. Every role at Kennedys involves engaging and meaningful work where your contributions are valued.

Our culture is built on approachability, transparency, support, and distinctiveness. Our core values define who we are and contribute to making Kennedys a great place to work.

We are committed to fostering career development in a collaborative global environment, ensuring that individual growth is prioritized to attract and retain top talent. All employees have access to virtual learning opportunities to enhance their skills, regardless of their location. Additional exciting opportunities, including secondments and a comprehensive benefits package, are also available.

We have cultivated a culture centered on client service, professional excellence, diligence, and trust. We value the relationships we build with our clients and strive to provide thoughtful answers, strategic recommendations, and effective tactics.

Kennedys is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to maintaining inclusive recruitment processes. We expect all employees to adhere to relevant policies and procedures, including those related to Information Security, Data Protection, and Quality Management.

Note: The indicated level of experience is a guideline and does not preclude applications from candidates with varying levels of experience.

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