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Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

5d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
  • Cardiff

AI generated summary

  • You should be an experienced Solicitor with a focus on inquest work, and Welsh language skills are desirable. Leadership and service development experience is a plus.
  • You will manage Inquest proceedings, investigate cases, attend inquests, liaise with the Coroner, provide legal guidance, and lead service development within the team.

Requirements

  • We are looking to recruit an experienced Solicitor who is seeking to develop their inquest work alongside fantastic leadership, supervisory and service development opportunities.
  • The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

  • The Solicitor would act for and on behalf of Cardiff and Vale UHB in the management of Inquest proceedings and related requests from the Coroner.
  • The Solicitor will investigate factual circumstances of cases and advise on management of Inquest proceedings.
  • The Solicitor will have the opportunity to attend inquests, advocate on behalf of Cardiff and Vale UHB and where appropriate liaise with the Coroner.
  • The post-holder will work with the Inquest Team, Clinicians and data systems, as well as direct work with the Coroner.
  • The Solicitor will be responsible for leading legally on the delivery of the service, supervision, training, and creating meaningful and impactful change.
  • This post will sit alongside the Head of Inquests and Assistant Director of Patient Experience and will provide the team with legal advice and guidance to work within Cardiff and Vale UHB.
  • The post holder would lead on service development alongside the leads and build strong partnerships with other leaders in the wider team Cardiff and Vale UHB and beyond.
  • There will be close working relationships between this post and the Head of Inquests.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Legal Services Inquest Solicitor?

The primary role of the Legal Services Inquest Solicitor is to manage inquest proceedings and related requests from the Coroner, investigate factual circumstances of cases, and provide legal advice and guidance for Cardiff and Vale UHB.

Is experience required for this position?

Yes, we are looking for an experienced Solicitor who is seeking to develop their inquest work.

Will the solicitor have the opportunity to attend inquests?

Yes, the Solicitor will have the opportunity to attend inquests and advocate on behalf of Cardiff and Vale UHB.

Is the ability to speak Welsh necessary for this role?

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable, but both Welsh and English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Who will the post-holder work closely with?

The post-holder will work closely with the Inquest Team, Clinicians, data systems, the Coroner, the Head of Inquests, and the Assistant Director of Patient Experience.

What are the career development opportunities associated with this role?

The role offers fantastic leadership, supervisory, and service development opportunities, as well as the chance to lead on service development and create meaningful change.

What is the mission of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board?

The mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well," with a focus on ensuring equal chances of leading a healthy life for every individual.

In which location will this job be based?

The job will be based in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan.

What is the focus of Cardiff and Vale UHB in terms of healthcare?

Cardiff and Vale UHB is focused on the health and care needs of the local population while developing regional services through partnership working.

How can I view the full job description and person specification?

You can view the full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents, or by clicking "Apply now" to view in Trac.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Caring for People, Keeping People Well

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board provides local healthcare services for people in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan and is the main provider of specialist services for the people of south Wales - and for some services, the whole of Wales and the wider UK. Our Health Board delivers health services for our local population of approximately 500,000, and we host over 100 specialist services for our region and beyond. We’re very proud of the role that we play within the NHS, as one of the largest and most complex NHS organisations in the UK. We employ a diverse workforce of around 14,000 staff who work across a range of hospital sites and deliver care in people’s homes and other community settings.