Clinical Negligence Legal Assistant

5 days ago

Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Full time

Job Description

Clinical Negligence Legal Assistant – Sheffield – £20,000–£28,000 + Excellent Benefits

Part-Time (4 Days) | Multi-Accredited Firm | 200+ Year Heritage

About the Opportunity

Join a prestigious, multi-accredited law firm with over 200 years of heritage serving the Yorkshire region. We're seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our highly regarded Clinical Negligence Department on a part-time basis (ideally 4 days), offering exceptional career development opportunities within one of Sheffield's leading legal practices.

The Role

You'll provide integral administrative support to the Head of Department and fee earners within our specialist Clinical Negligence team, with sole responsibility for key procedures and the autonomy to make the role your own.

Key Responsibilities:


• Producing high-quality and timely correspondence for complex clinical negligence matters


• Responding professionally to telephone calls and email enquiries from clients and professionals


• Completing forms and preparing Court documents and electronic bundles for hearings


• Undertaking audio and copy typing of letters and legal documents with precision


• Managing diaries and coordinating appointments for busy fee earners


• Dealing with file opening processes and maintaining accurate case records


• Handling invoicing and billing procedures with attention to detail


• Preparing files for audits and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements


• Coordinating Legal Aid applications and tenders for clinical negligence cases


• Administering and progressing cases using electronic Case Management Systems


• Supporting the team with general administrative duties as required

What We're Looking For


• Previous experience working in a similar Legal Assistant role, ideally within Clinical Negligence or Personal Injury


• Experience of administering cases using electronic Case Management Systems (essential)


• Understanding of Legal Aid procedures in Clinical Negligence or detailed knowledge of case funding


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with professional telephone manner


• Confident and proactive approach with ability to work independently


• High level of attention to detail and exceptional organisational skills


• Strong IT skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy, specialist environment

What We Offer


• Competitive salary: £20,000–£28,000 (pro-rata for part-time, dependent on experience)


• Part-time working (ideally 4 days) for excellent work-life balance


• Comprehensive benefits package including 4-6% pension contributions


• Death in service benefit at 4x salary


• Enhanced holiday entitlements with option to purchase additional days


• Family-friendly policies and flexible working arrangements


• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives


• Defined career pathways with regular appraisals and development opportunities


• Access to leading professional networks and training programmes


• Discounted legal fees and company sick pay


• Supportive, collaborative working environment

About Us

Our client is a forward-thinking, multi-accredited firm with Legal 500 recognition for high-quality legal advice and compassionate client service. With around 80 team members and Investors in People accreditation, they offer a supportive, inclusive environment focused on employee development, work-life balance, and being a great place to work.

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