The Team
Driven by the unprecedented demands of an ageing global population and growing levels of lifestyle-related chronic diseases around the world, the global healthcare sector is undergoing a period of rapid change.
Our multidisciplinary global healthcare group draws upon expertise across the firm and comprises of lawyers who specialises who specialise in litigation, coroner's inquests, the Court of Protection, capacity and consent, projects and construction, real estate, corporate, insurance, intellectual property, commercial, IT, regulatory and employment.
Our clients include public and private hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, insurance companies, healthcare suppliers and distributors as well as healthcare companies, private equity firms specialising in healthcare investments, health ministries and authorities.
Our Healthcare team is expanding and focuses on NHS and private medical malpractice claims.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting the fee earners on day to day file management
Assisting on healthcare claims
Reviewing expert evidence and preparing reports
Preparing court bundles
Drafting letters of instruction, requests, Instructions to Counsel
Preparing briefing notes, action plans, file notes and attendance notes
Reviewing reports and statements and other relevant documents
Drafting and proof reading documents
Liaising with and meeting clients with a high level of professionalism
Conducting research and keeping up to date with legal and industry practices
Managing day to day deadlines with the ability to prioritise and manage time effectively
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ensure files and spreadsheets are maintained and updated
Adhoc tasks as required
Essential Skills & Experience
An undergraduate law degree or equivalent (minimum 2:1 required)
Strong IT skills and proficient in Microsoft office
Excellent attention to detail
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to plan and prioritise effectively
Previous paralegal experience is desirable but not essential.
When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.
We offer a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning and wellbeing initiatives.
Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our core values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.
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