Medical Defence Litigation Solicitor – Claims Manager

About the role

Our client, a prominent State body in Ireland, is seeking an experienced Medical Defence Litigation Solicitor to join the Claims Management team in Dublin City Centre. Working on a hybrid basis for a 12‑month fixed‑term contract, you will manage clinical negligence claims under a national indemnity scheme and provide expert medico‑legal guidance.

Key responsibilities

• Manage an assigned portfolio of clinical claims against the State.
• Investigate and evaluate each claim, seeking senior guidance as needed.
• Develop and implement investigation and resolution strategies, subject to approval.
• Liaise with solicitors, barristers, experts and third‑party advisers.
• Select and coordinate legal and expert representatives for cases.
• Ensure timely processing and accurate documentation of all claims.
• Support health authorities and hospitals with coronial inquests.
• Provide daily advisory services to assigned authorities on the clinical indemnity scheme.
• Offer medical‑legal advice to hospitals within the portfolio.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years’ experience managing medical defence litigation.
• Relevant third‑level or professional legal qualification.
• Strong relationship‑building and communication abilities.
• Proven negotiation and problem‑solving skills.

Required skills

• Knowledge of NIMS (National Incident Management System).
• Proficiency with iManage document management system.