Legal Advisor

at  Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

At Nottingham University Hospitals, were expanding our Legal Services Department. Across the Trust we are investing in our people, and putting our development plans in action. So, its an incredibly exciting time to join us. As a legal advisor within the team, youll be at the forefront of everything legal that we do and have a positive impact across the Trust and when engaging with key stakeholders.
Its a hugely rewarding role where well give you everything you need to develop your career. Day-to-day, youll run a mixed case load of inquests, claims and general advice matters. You will provide timely advice on legal matters to staff across the Trust, in all Divisions and to the Board. Work will cover a range of things including any issues that arise on inquest and claims matters and any general advice queries which often touch upon consent, safeguarding, behavioural issues, and medical treatment decisions.
You will be responsible for the supervision of more junior team members. You will be involved in making positive changes to Trust processes and guidance and sharing learning and themes from claims and inquests in order to support the Trusts drive for quality and to improve patient safety. Your work will make a real difference to the life and wellbeing of Trust staff members who are involved in legal processes. A dynamic and experienced lawyer or paralegal you will be looking to take your next step in your legal career.
This is a fast-paced and dynamic role, no two days are the same. Youll have a background of being a good litigator, with inquest experience or general advocacy experience. You will understand the importance of hitting deadlines, of following process, of running a case load properly but also be empathetic, kind and supportive. Youll be able to multi-task, organise your time and move seamlessly from one task to another.
As a real team player who thrives in a busy environment, youll get the best out of yourself and us. In return, youll be given plenty of opportunities to grow and develop. And youll have access to lots of other benefits, including a generous NHS Pension and holiday allowance and an exciting range of exclusive staff wellbeing activities. There is also the opportunity of a training contract for the right person

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