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NWSSP Legal & Risk Services
Clinical Negligence Lawyer
Cardiff Hybrid 5-10 yrs exp Legal Services 163 employees
Clinical Negligence LitigationAdvocacy RightsClient Relationship ManagementLegal DraftingNegotiation
Requirements
Candidates must be qualified lawyers with litigation and advocacy rights and extensive post-qualification experience in clinical negligence or personal injury. A law degree and postgraduate diploma in legal practice are essential.
Job Description
If you are looking to join NWSSP, please see the additional information below that may be of interest to you: -
Click here for a message from our Managing Director
Click here to find out what our staff think of NWSSP
Our “Benefits” video has been created to highlight and showcase some of the benefits of working for the NHS and NWSSP:- https://youtu.be/zX3x046SDhg
The “Tops Tips – Be Yourself” video has been designed to support candidates applying for roles with NWSSP. We have outlined 8 key steps to help candidates articulate their capabilities and experience when completing applications with NWSSP. https://youtu.be/qe3ibY8b6m4
Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
The salary scale for a Band 3 has been adjusted as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2026/2027 and will be implemented in August 2026 backdated to 01 April 2026 where applicable.
Job Overview
We are seeking to recruit an experienced lawyer in the field of clinical negligence to join our growing team. If you would like to make a positive difference and work in an organisation which truly values its staff, this will interest you.
We are looking for people who have experience in clinical negligence litigation.
The ideal candidate must have good communication skills, a confident approach to work and can demonstrate our core values:
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have a varied case load . You would be a member of one of our 4 clinical negligence teams and would support more junior members of staff, play a key role in the department, and build close client relationships. We represent all the Health Boards and Trusts in Wales and pride ourselves on our relationships with our clients and the quality of our service. We are committed to innovation and efficiency. We are committed to the development and well-being of our staff.
Working for our organisation
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.
Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.
Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.
Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/
NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
Person specification
Other
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
If you are short listed for interview you will be contacted by email using the email address with which you registered. Please ensure that you check your email account regularly.
Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff awaiting redeployment. We therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage.
When applying for this post it is essential that you read the Job Description and Person Specification (where available) and demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the person specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted.
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Name Elizabeth Dawson Job title Team Leader Email address Elizabeth.Dawson@wales.nhs.uk
Click here for a message from our Managing Director
Click here to find out what our staff think of NWSSP
Our “Benefits” video has been created to highlight and showcase some of the benefits of working for the NHS and NWSSP:- https://youtu.be/zX3x046SDhg
The “Tops Tips – Be Yourself” video has been designed to support candidates applying for roles with NWSSP. We have outlined 8 key steps to help candidates articulate their capabilities and experience when completing applications with NWSSP. https://youtu.be/qe3ibY8b6m4
Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
The salary scale for a Band 3 has been adjusted as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2026/2027 and will be implemented in August 2026 backdated to 01 April 2026 where applicable.
Job Overview
We are seeking to recruit an experienced lawyer in the field of clinical negligence to join our growing team. If you would like to make a positive difference and work in an organisation which truly values its staff, this will interest you.
We are looking for people who have experience in clinical negligence litigation.
The ideal candidate must have good communication skills, a confident approach to work and can demonstrate our core values:
- Listening and Learning
- Working Together
- Taking Responsibility
- Innovating
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have a varied case load . You would be a member of one of our 4 clinical negligence teams and would support more junior members of staff, play a key role in the department, and build close client relationships. We represent all the Health Boards and Trusts in Wales and pride ourselves on our relationships with our clients and the quality of our service. We are committed to innovation and efficiency. We are committed to the development and well-being of our staff.
Working for our organisation
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.
Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.
Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.
Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/
NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
Person specification
Other
Essential criteria
- Willing to undertake further professional development
- Able to travel to undertake the duties of the post at various locations
- Welsh Speaker
Essential criteria
- Listening and learning
- Working together
- Taking responsibility
- Innovating
Essential criteria
- IT Skills/Computer literate to include the ability to learn new technologies and IT introduced
- Ability to communicate in all formats, in plain English.
- Ability to negotiate in often difficult or emotional circumstances
- Conscientious, confident, flexible and professional approach to work
- Ability to prioritise and organise own work whilst motivating the junior members team
- Ability to recognise own capabilities
- Evidence of excellent client care skills
- Ability to train, mentor and support more junior members of the team
Essential criteria
- Extensive experience, post qualification, in clinical negligence/personal injury gained through practice
- Experience of making presentations to non-legal staff
- Experience in drafting documents and advice to clients
- Defendant clinical negligence experience
- Extensive experience in drafting documents
Essential criteria
- Law Degree & Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (or equivalent)
- Qualified with litigation and advocacy rights
- Higher Degree
- NHS Background
- Structure of the NHS
- Relevant healthcare related law
If you are short listed for interview you will be contacted by email using the email address with which you registered. Please ensure that you check your email account regularly.
Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff awaiting redeployment. We therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage.
When applying for this post it is essential that you read the Job Description and Person Specification (where available) and demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the person specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted.
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
- JDPS English (PDF, 568.3KB)
- SDMP Cymraeg (PDF, 608.3KB)
- OH Form- IG Ffurflen (PDF, 648.5KB)
- NWSSP Recruitment Services Privacy Notice (PDF, 404.2KB)
- NWSSP - About Us (PDF, 6.6MB)
- NWSSP - Our Benefits (PDF, 490.4KB)
- NWSSP - Buddion (PDF, 458.9KB)
- PCGC -Amdanom (PDF, 6.7MB)
- Guidance Notes for Applicants (PDF, 322.5KB)
- Integrated Medium Term Plan 2025-2028 (PDF, 15.1MB)
- Integrated Medium Term Plan 2025-2028 - Cymraeg (PDF, 18.0MB)
Name Elizabeth Dawson Job title Team Leader Email address Elizabeth.Dawson@wales.nhs.uk
Education
Bachelor DegreePostgraduate DegreeProfessional Certificate
Skills
Clinical Negligence LitigationAdvocacy RightsClient Relationship ManagementLegal DraftingNegotiationMentoringCase ManagementCommunication SkillsIT LiteracyPresentation Skills
About NWSSP Legal & Risk Services
Rhagoraeth ymroddedig ym maes cymorth cyfreithiol Rydym yn darparu cyngor a chynrychiolaeth gyfreithiol ar gyfer pob un o’r cyrff iechyd yng Nghymru. Mae gennym brofiad, gwybodaeth a dealltwriaeth arbenigol o faterion cyfreithiol, gweinyddol a pholisi sy’n effeithio dull gweithredu’r GIG yng Nghymru. Dedicated excellence in legal support We provide legal advice and representation for all of the health bodies in Wales. We have specialist experience, knowledge and understanding of the legal, administrative and policy issues that affect the operation of the NHS in Wales.