Senior Legal Assistant (Fully Remote)
Meridian Business Support
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Clinical Negligence Senior Legal Assistant to join a growing and dynamic legal team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied caseload of complex Clinical Negligence matters while supporting clients through often challenging and sensitive circumstances.
The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise with exceptional client care skills, demonstrating empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting with the management and progression of Clinical Negligence cases.
- Taking initial client instructions and preparing draft witness statements.
- Drafting Letters of Claim, court documents, and other legal correspondence.
- Managing key dates, court timetables, and procedural deadlines.
- Liaising with clients, insurers, medical experts, counsel, and third-party solicitors.
- Attending conferences with counsel and experts, both remotely and in person where required.
- Taking witness statements relating to liability and quantum.
- Conducting legal research on liability, quantum, and other case-related matters.
- Instructing and briefing counsel and medical experts.
- Utilising the firm's case management system to effectively manage matters.
- Supporting fee earners in progressing claims from inception through to settlement or litigation.
- Maintaining accurate time recording and working towards agreed performance and financial targets.
- Collaborating effectively with colleagues across the Clinical Negligence department.
- About You
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or experienced Grade A/B Fee Earner.
- Proven experience working within Clinical Negligence.
- Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).
- Experience handling complex and sensitive legal matters with professionalism and empathy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities with the capacity to manage competing deadlines.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Comfortable working independently within a fully remote environment.
- Commercial awareness, including an understanding of time recording and financial performance measures.
- A compassionate, client-focused approach with a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
What's on Offer?
- Fully remote working with genuine flexibility.
- Opportunity to work on high-quality and complex Clinical Negligence matters.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients and their families.
If you have a strong background in Clinical Negligence and are looking for a fully remote opportunity where you can develop your career within a highly supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
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