Job overview

East Sussex Healthcare Trust is seeking a full-time Paralegal to join the in-house Healthcare Litigation Team on a fixed term basis up to 18 months. This role is interesting, diverse and challenging. It is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated and supportive team and provides an excellent opportunity for the post holder/s to develop their legal skills and knowledge, within a busy and supportive working environment.

Main duties of the job

The post holder/s will work closely with clinical teams across the Trust, liaise with His Majesty's Coroner and his Officers, Civil Courts, Solicitors and other internal and external parties on a caseload of Clinical Negligence, Employers and Public Liability, and Inquest matters under the supervision of the Deputy Heads of Healthcare Litigation. Excellent relationship building skills will therefore be required, as will very strong written and verbal communication skills. An understanding of legal systems, principles and processes are also necessary.

We are looking for a Paralegal who is enthusiastic about being part of a large organisation and playing a part in its continuous improvement. The post holder/s will join a very supportive team, but have plenty of opportunities to work with their own case load, and to develop their legal skills and expertise.

Working for our organisation

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year. 

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

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