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Malcomson Law Solicitors is a leading Irish law firm based in Dublin 7, Carlow & London. They have been providing a comprehensive range of legal services to private clients in Ireland since 1858. Malcomson Law Solicitors provides private clients with high quality advice and outstanding client services. Malcomson Law represent ordinary people, often in difficult circumstances where we assist in alleviating their problems. More information visit www.mlaw.ie

Core competencies:

- Must be detail orientated, organised and possess analytical skills

- Must be fair, honest and trustworthy in all dealings

- Must have excellent client service skills, good verbal and written communication skills

- Must be able to perform under pressure with minimum supervision

- Must be focused and productive, an ability to spot, identify and follow through business development opportunities

- Be proactive in ensuring that all financial matters are up to date

Main responsibilities will include:

- Handling a caseload mainly focused on health law claims.

- Becoming a trusted advisor for clients and strengthening connections with them through providing them with ongoing support and advice at a difficult time in their lives

- Playing a vital role in the development and promotion of the team and the firm through business development and profile raising activities, including contributing to marketing, training and knowledge sharing within the team and throughout the firm

- Assisting in the day to day running of the office overseeing the associated administrative tasks as and when appropriate 

- Working closely with colleagues in other teams on opportunities to collaborate, assist and support client base in the overall Healthcare Sector and to learn from and advise others within the firm on developments

- Handling confidential information in line with the firm's data security protocols

The ideal candidate:

- Qualified solicitor in Ireland ideally with a minimum of 3+ years post qualification experience

- Experience in the plaintiff health law is required

- Medical negligence experience is essential

- Experience of Inquests an advantage

- Experience of using alternative forms of dispute resolution

- Strong technical skill and an ability to understand and work through issues

- A demonstrable ability to adopt a practical perspective rather than an 'academic' approach to legal issues and to be client-focused

- Ability to operate a high level of self-sufficiency, combined with an awareness of the boundaries of own competence/authority

- Team oriented and collegiate approach with an experience of and willingness to mentor, coach and supervise less experienced members of teams where appropriate

- Confident communicator with an ability to develop relationships, undertake client marketing and influence at all levels. Ability to deal confidently and professionally with clients on day-to-day issues

- Strong organisational skills to ensure a pragmatic, methodical & effective approach to advancing claims towards conclusion whether by negotiation, mediation or hearing.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary

- Support and training provided

- Health contribution scheme

- Pension contribution

- Social events

If you wish to apply for this role please email a CV and cover letter to: hr@mlaw.ie

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