Legal Advisor

Job overview

At Nottingham University Hospitals, we’re expanding our Legal Services Department. Across the Trust we are investing in our people, and putting our development plans in action. So, it’s an incredibly exciting time to join us.

As a legal advisor within the team, you’ll be at the forefront of everything legal that we do and have a positive impact across the Trust and when engaging with key stakeholders.It’s a hugely rewarding role where we’ll give you everything you need to develop your career.

Main duties of the job

In addition to the brief list above you must familiarise yourself with the full job description and person specification attached to this advert prior to applying.

Day-to-day, you’ll 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 Trust’s drive for quality and to improve patient safety.

Working for our organisation

General Policies Procedures and Practices:
To comply with all Trust policies, procedures and practices and to be responsible for keeping up to date with any changes to these.

Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s “We are here for you” behavioural standards

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

At Nottingham University Hospitals, we’re expanding our Legal Services Department. Across the Trust we are investing in our people, and putting our development plans in action. So, it’s an incredibly exciting time to join us.

As a legal advisor within the team, you’ll be at the forefront of everything legal that we do and have a positive impact across the Trust and when engaging with key stakeholders.It’s a hugely rewarding role where we’ll give you everything you need to develop your career.

Day-to-day, you’ll 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 Trust’s 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.

You’ll 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. You’ll 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, you’ll get the best out of yourself – and us.

In return, you’ll be given plenty of opportunities to grow and develop. And you’ll 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.