Claims Manager (Clinical Negligence), Leeds or London or Edinburgh

We are on the lookout for a dynamic, proven and experienced Clinical Negligence Claims Manager to join our Claims Handling team in the Member, Cases and Claims division.

As our new Clinical   Negligence   Claims Manager,   you will proactively manage an active clinical negligence claims portfolio, maximising your strategic thinking, whilst handling files efficiently to the highest standards to achieve positive member and business outcomes. 

Whether you\\\'re a qualified solicitor eager to explore in-house opportunities or an experienced Claims Handler seeking a refreshing change, this role offers a varied range of responsibilities in managing both medical and dental claims. You\\\'ll have the chance to engage with a diverse range of claims, provide insights to our members, and collaborate closely with panel firms. This is more than just a job; it\\\'s a chance to thrive in your career while making a meaningful impact.

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, your success is dependent on how you build trusting relationships with those around you. You will work closely with internal stakeholders including Claims Assistants, Claims Managers and Technical Consultants alongside other departments of the business. In addition, relationships are built and maintained with Panel firms ensuring our third parties also meet expectations in their service delivery and claims performance. Therefore, the ability to collaborate effectively is crucial. Key to this role is the ability to prioritise well and work proactively across your caseload. 

  Supported through a technical development framework, you will have the opportunity to develop your claims portfolio across a range of complexity, value, disciplines and jurisdictions. You will also coach, develop and support other Colleagues as part of your role. 

  We offer a flexible hybrid working arrangement which is centred around ensuring our colleagues maintain a work-life balance.

  About the Team/Day in the life

The Claims Team handles all claims from inception through to resolution. Our services include Our services also include instructing external solicitor firms where that type of representation is required. Our Medicolegal and Dentolegal Consultants also provide clinical input into our Claims Handling teams.

As our new Claims Manager, you will also:

• Directly managing a caseload of claims on an end-to-end basis with value and complexity appropriate to the level of experience 
• Assess the facts, law, apportionment issues, quantum and likely costs to devise and implement a case management and investigative strategy proportionate to the claim 
• Ensure accurate claims estimates are created & maintained
• Address & resolve of apportionment issues effectively 
• Obtain relevant documentation and factual evidence as required from the member(s) and other witnesses 
• Commission expert reports and counsel input as required 
• Draft and serving the Letter of Response
• Draft documentation as required to adhere with relevant protocols.
• Proactively initiate and engage in settlement negotiations where appropriate 
• Utilise Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and mediation where appropriate.
• Ensure a smooth transition to in-house solicitors where required 
• Collaborate with external litigation solicitors (MPS Panel) to provide ongoing strategic direction and input until resolution.

We are looking for:

• An individual with proven understanding of Clinical Negligence law/claims along with the ability to take a strategic approach to claims management.
• Claims management or litigation experience with a background in clinical negligence, personal injury, or professional negligence litigation and excellent analytical, communication and negotiation skills.
• Claimant and/or defendant experience with experience handling a high volume of claims independently, demonstrating a proven ability to assess claims effectively and implement strategic resolutions.
• Ability to utilise your excellent negotiating & interpersonal skills with the ability to demonstrate tact and empathy in your communications. The service provided to our Members is at the forefront of our claims therefore, it is essential to the role that you are able to manage a caseload proactively, working within set service standards delivering the best possible outcome for our Members.
• Ability to work closely with and challenge the advice of panel where appropriate is essential in order to drive the best results for our members.
• Ambition to develop, grow and expand their knowledge across multi jurisdictions.
• An individual comfortable having a caseload of both Dental and Medical claims of varying complexity and be able to balance conflicting priorities.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, we celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and strive to create a work environment which ensures everyone can be heard.

Alongside a competitive salary as stated above, you will also receive:

• Up to 15% discretionary annual bonus
• Annual performance-related pay review
• 11% pension contribution (3% from you, 8% from us – optional additional matched 3% contributions, e.g. 6% from you, 11% from us)
• 25 days annual leave plus flexible bank holidays (option to buy/sell additional 5 days)
• Private Medical Cover
• Career development and progression opportunities – 22% of our vacancies in 2023 were filled internally
• A truly flexible hybrid-working arrangement (take a look at below to find out more about how we work)
• A culture that promotes inclusivity, wellbeing and rewards hard work
• Car Salary Sacrifice scheme
• Healthcare cash plan
• 6x salary death in service
• A personal GP service enabling you to get a video consultation with an NHS-registered private GP
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A range of shopping discounts from major high-street retailers