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Public Sector and Abuse - Associate 3PQE - Defendent

Public Sector and Abuse - Associate 3PQE - Defendent

qed legal

Posted a day ago, valid for 15 days

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland NE19 2BG, England

£60,000 - £72,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

A leading law firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Specialist Liability Solicitor with over 3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE).
The role involves handling high-profile and complex liability cases, including abuse claims, local authority matters, and health and social care claims.
Candidates with experience in local authority claims, employer liability, public liability, or clinical risk are encouraged to apply, regardless of whether they come from a defendant or claimant background.
This position offers a chance to work on sensitive legal matters that significantly impact vulnerable individuals and communities.
Salary details are not specified, but interested candidates should contact Beth Livings at QED Legal Recruitment for further information.

Specialist Liability Solicitor - Join a Leading Firm in Complex & Sensitive Claims - Public Sector & Abuse Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Experience: 3+PQE We are currently recruiting for a unique opportunity with a top-tier law firm, known for handling high-profile and complex liability cases. This is your chance to join a dynamic team working on cases that carry significant reputational risks, including abuse and legacy claims, local authority matters, and complex torts. If you're passionate about making a difference in sensitive areas of law, this could be the perfect role for you.About the RoleThis Specialist Liability team deals with a broad range of challenging and impactful cases, including:

Abuse and Legacy Claims
Local Authority & Human Rights Claims
Health and Social Care Claims
Reputationally Significant Cases

Who We're Looking ForYou don't need to have identical experience, but if you’ve worked on similar claims, particularly within local authorities, employer liability (EL), public liability (PL), or clinical risk, this could be a great fit for you. The team is open to candidates from various backgrounds, including those currently working on the claimant side.Key Experience Areas:

Local authority claims experience, EL/PL, with the ability to upscale.
Clinical risk experience is highly relevant due to the focus on health and social care.
Experience with psychiatric injuries and handling medical records.

Open to Candidates From:

Defendant and claimant backgrounds.

Why This Might Be Right for YouIf you have a passion for complex, sensitive legal work, and want to make a difference in cases that impact vulnerable people and communities, this could be a highly rewarding opportunity. You’ll be part of a team that takes a responsible approach to every case, ensuring that moral considerations are always front and center.Interested? Let’s discuss how this role could align with your experience and career goals. Reach out today! For more information, reach out to Beth Livings at QED Legal Recruitment for an informal/confidential chat.

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