Legal Secretary – Medical Negligence Department

The Role

The successful candidate will provide essential support to solicitors handling medical negligence claims and will play a key role in the progression of cases from inception to conclusion.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting solicitors with the management of medical negligence files.
• Drafting correspondence, legal documents and court papers.
• Liaising with clients, medical experts, healthcare providers and third parties.
• Obtaining, reviewing and organising medical records and other evidential documentation.
• Preparing briefs, chronologies and case summaries.
• Managing diaries, court deadlines and appointments.
• Maintaining accurate case management records and ensuring compliance with internal procedures.
• Providing a high standard of client care at all times.

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience working as a Legal Secretary within a law firm.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary commensurate with experience, the successful candidate will benefit from private health insurance, a company pension scheme, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Closing Date

Closing date for applications: Friday 31 July at 12pm.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV together with a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position to our office manager at: siobhan.heaney@brendankearney.com