Senior Clinical Lawyer

3 weeks ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Clinical Lawyer to join our in-house legal team at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW).

About the Role

The Senior Clinical Lawyer will provide legal advice and representation to our healthcare services, focusing on clinical negligence and third-party claims. This is a 12-month fixed-term position, covering a period of maternity leave.

Main Responsibilities
  • Manage clinical negligence and third-party claims, working closely with clinicians and our divisions to robustly defend claims.
  • Provide internal and external training on core areas of work, including consent, capacity, data protection, Mental Capacity Act, and Mental Health Act.
  • Assist the police and local authority on childcare and criminal proceedings, where the Trust may not be a party to proceedings.
Requirements
  • Law degree or equivalent.
  • Qualified solicitor or barrister with a current practicing certificate.
  • Experience in at least one of the team's core areas of work.
What We Offer

As a Senior Clinical Lawyer at UHBW, you will have the opportunity to work with a forward-thinking, multi-award-winning Trust, committed to improving patient care and delivering excellent services to the people of Bristol and Weston.

Our in-house legal team is known for its expertise and dedication to providing high-quality legal advice and representation. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth.

If you are a skilled and experienced lawyer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply for this position.



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