Job overview

The Trust is seeking to recruit a deputy to support the Head of Legal Services in a small team of two. The role requires the deputy to work closely with other key stakeholders within the Trust both at an Exec level but also with all other departments and divisions. 

The main role will be managing clinical negligence claims and working with panel, NHSR and clinicians to achieve a good outcome for the trust. The Trust and the department are virtually paperless therefore, there is limited administrative work to be done. 

The Deputy will also assist the Head of Legal Services to manage some straightforward inquests by obtaining reports and liaising with the coroner. If experience allows, the deputy can support the Head of Legal at meetings relating to (child protection/adult safeguarding/general advisory).

Main duties of the job

The department is well established within the Trust with excellent working relationships with all key stakeholders. This role is a good opportunity for someone wanting to gain more experience outside of day to day claims management and progress to more complex healthcare law work.

Key duties: 

  • Under the supervision of the Head of Legal Services, to co-ordinate the defence of all clinical negligence claims against the Trust.
  • Management of claims and inquests along with the requirement to provide legal advice to staff at the trust on various medico-legal concerns.
  • Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury Claims Management in line with panel and NHS Resolution parameters
  • Ad hoc advisory service relating to healthcare queries
  • Training on legal matters within the trust 

    • Working for our organisation

    Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

    We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of “Outstanding” from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

    Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard’s Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

    Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

    We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

    Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

    Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

    Person specification

    Education

    Essential criteria

  • Diplomain claims/risk management

    • Desirable criteria

  • Law Degree or CILEX equivalent

    • Skills

    Essential criteria

  • Excellent time management, organizational and administrative skills

    • Experience

    Essential criteria

  • Experience within the legal industry

    • Desirable criteria

  • NHS Legal Experience
  • Experience dealing with/managing inquests

    • Knowledge

    Essential criteria

  • Knowledge of NHS Claims process

    • Other

    Essential criteria

  • Demonstrates an understanding of Trust Values

    • Desirable criteria

  • Providing ad hoc legal advice and training

    • General Guidance for Applicants

    The Trust is committed to supporting flexible working wherever possible. The Trust also welcomes applications from candidates wishing to job share with or without job share partners.

    We are committed to equal opportunities, and have been approved as a Disability Confident Employer.

    The Trust offers a number of benefits, including a relocation loan for new starters moving to the area. More details on our range of benefits can be found on the Homerton website.

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