Clinical Negligence Case Handler

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 4+ years PQE (Grade B) fee earner within the Clinical Negligence Team Admiral Law. This is a chance to be part of a growing department, within a market-leading firm.

You will be responsible for running your own case load of claimant clinical negligence cases from inception to settlement, ensuring the optimal outcome is achieved, whilst at all times acting in the best interests of your client. Exceptional client care skills are key, as well as good time management and organisational skills.

You will possess the experience to independently manage a caseload varying in both value and complexity. You will be technically proficient and an excellent communicator. You will be committed to delivering a first rate service to clients and will have a good knowledge of the clinical negligence pre action protocol and the CPR.

You will be based in our Cardiff office, with core hours of 37.5 per week (Part time applicants may apply). The role is one which aligns with our Smart Working model, meaning your days will be split both at home and in the office.

The core hours are 8.30/9.00am – 5.00pm/5.30pm, however there is an expectation inherent to this role that, when required, a fee earner will need to travel to attend upon clients, witnesses and/or experts/counsel that may lead to either exceeding these hours or staying away overnight in a hotel. Similarly attending Court hearings, trials or conferences/joint settlement meetings may require extended time out of the office. Work outside normal hours is subject to recovery through the department’s flexi-time scheme. 

You will be supported in your role by a case assistant and you are expected to delegate appropriate work to your assistant and provide guidance and feedback to them as appropriate to assist in their development.

About Admiral Law

Admiral Law was created in 2013 and is co-owned by both Admiral Group and Lyons Davidson Limited.  We are legal experts who specialise in road traffic accident claims. Admiral Law is one of the largest Alternative Business Structures in England and Wales and continues to grow and develop. 

At Admiral, we are proud to be a diverse business where we put our people and customers first. We have great benefits to ensure employees have a great work-life balance; it's one of the reasons we're voted no. 1 in the 2020 Sunday Times Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. We want you to have an element of freedom to define a working lifestyle that supports this, so accommodate flexible hours wherever possible.

The Key Skills & Responsibilities for a fee earner within our team:

• Managing a case load, approximately 40 pre-litigated and litigated clinical negligence files, fast-track & multi-track
• Achieving Targets (time and financial)
• Supporting Grade A fee earners
• Mentoring Grade D case assistants
• Promoting the clinical negligence team

You will ideally have:

• A minimum expectation of 4 years multi-track litigation case handling experience; and
• Previous experience in managing a clinical negligence caseload.
• Time recording skills will be essential although training and guidance will be provided. In any event targets within SIT are based upon
  • Recorded time (WIP)
  • Costs recovered

Targets will be set for all fee earners within SIT upon completion of a settling in period (no less than 3 months). 

Our Commitment to You

At Admiral, we are committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace. Admiral is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

Salary, Benefits and Work-Life Balance

We do not have a set salary for this position, as it will be dependent on the successful candidate’s experience. We are happy to see CVs from all candidates who meet the requirements and will be happy to discuss the remuneration package.

At Admiral, we are proud to be a diverse business where we put our people and customers first. We have great benefits to ensure employees have a great work-life balance; it's one of the reasons we’re consistently voted one of the Sunday Times Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. 

All colleagues will receive 33 days holiday (including banks holidays) when they join us, and this will increase with length of service, up to a maximum of 38 days (including banks holidays). You also have the option to buy or sell up to five days of annual leave in addition to your allocation.

You can also view some of our other key benefits here.

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