This is a key role within a busy NHS in-house Legal Team that deals with some of the most complex and high-profile legal work in the NHS.
Application process may close earlier once enough number of applications have been received.
Reporting to the Trust lawyers, the post holder will have internal conduct of all clinical negligence claims and personal injury claims against the Trust (including public liability and employer’s liability claims). The post holder will have the ability to recognise when to escalate a situation for internal advice and external legal advice and will work closely with NHS Resolution.
The post holder will support the Trust lawyers to ensure that all policies, procedures and activities in relation to claims and potential claims comply with the Civil Procedure Rules, incorporating the Pre-Action Protocol, and that guidance and instructions on claims handling issued by NHS Resolution are regularly reviewed and procedures updated.
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women’s staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust’s mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
