Overview

Solicitor or Equivalent (Clinical Negligence Grade B - Newcastle) role at 4COM (4Communication B.V). Location: Newcastle/Hybrid. Hybrid working available with the flexibility to work from home and collaborate in-office when needed.

Join Our Clinical Negligence Team as a Grade B Solicitor (or Equivalent). This is an opportunity to develop your career in a progressive environment where your contribution will be valued and your professional growth supported.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for running an individual caseload.
• Provide support, guidance, and assistance to the team to deliver outstanding service to clients.
• Contribute to proactive and commercial case management and progression across the team.
• Support the Team Leader/Head of Department in ensuring the delivery of the team\'s financial and performance KPIs.
• Engage in effective and thorough time recording.
• Discuss and agree case tactics and planning with the Team Leader/Head of Department and team members.
• Identify and drive cases ready for LOC, settlement, and service within the team.
• Coordinate progression of cases with internal and external parties; manage caseload proactively and commercially.
• Draft legal documentation including LOC and letters of instruction; negotiate settlement and issue/provide service of proceedings if required.
• Litigation of claims as required; oversee documentation and correspondence produced by the team; advise on technical issues with support from senior staff.

Qualifications / Ideal Candidate

• Recent experience of handling a caseload.
• 5 years+ PQE or equivalent experience in Clinical Negligence.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and drafting skills.
• Excellent IT skills, especially Microsoft Office, Proclaim, and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong commercial awareness within a legal environment.
• Ability to work well with junior team members, providing coaching and mentoring.
• Flexible and committed to achieving results and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent client care skills.

Benefits

• 35 hours working week
• Bonus scheme (subject to targets)
• 35 days holiday per year including bank holidays and Christmas closure; option to purchase up to 3 extra days per year
• Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option
• Life Assurance Policy
• Medicash policy for dental, optical, and other medical expenses
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and IVF schemes
• Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance
• Calendar of funded company social events
• Monthly voucher awards for winning nominees
• Supportive and friendly culture
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

We reserve the right to close this role before the date specified depending on the calibre and volume of candidates.