NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) provides a range of shared support services to NHS organizations in Wales. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective support services, such as procurement, payroll, and finance, to enhance the overall effectiveness of the NHS in Wales. Their purpose is to streamline and improve back-office operations, allowing NHS bodies to focus on delivering excellent patient care.

Science & Healthcare

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Sicrhau Gwerth, Arloesi a Rhagoriaeth drwy Bartneriaeth Delivering Value, Innovation and Excellence through Partnership

You should have strong communication skills, a confident work approach, empathy, and sensitivity for personal cases. Welsh language skills are desirable.

You will review medical records, draft correspondence for evidence, and assist in preparing client advice, witness statements, court bundles, and instructions to counsel.

Legal

Cardiff

Legal & Risk Services is a division of the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership which provides a comprehensive legal advisory service to the NHS.
 
Our Core Values, which are important in how we work with our clients and how we support our colleagues, are:
 <ul>
<li>Listening and Learning</li>
<li>Working together</li>
<li>Taking responsibility</li>
<li>Innovating</li>
</ul>
We have an exciting opportunity for a junior lawyer to join our Inquest Team. We advise and represent the whole of the NHS in Wales.
 
The types of cases we typically advise on include: 
<ul>
<li>Mental Health related</li>
<li>Prison deaths</li>
<li>Falls</li>
<li>Sepsis</li>
<li>Maternal and neonatal deaths</li>
<li>Drug/alcohol related</li>
<li>Peri or post surgical deaths.</li>
</ul>
The Team are experts in their field who are regularly instructed in novel and high profile cases. We work closely with our clients' clinical and patient safety teams.
 
The work of Legal & Risk has been recognised in the awards we have won. We aim to push boundaries and continue to develop ways to support the important work of the NHS.
 
You will be responsible for reviewing medical records/reports, drafting correspondence to obtain evidence and assisting in the preparation of client advice, witness statements, court bundles, and instructions to counsel.
 We are committed to the development and well-being of our staff. You will have the support of a Team Manager and a number of other senior lawyers.
 
The ideal candidate for this position must have good communication skills, a confident approach to work and can demonstrate our core values. There will be a need for empathy and sensitivity due to the very personal nature of the cases we deal with.
 
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
 
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.
 
Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.
 
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people. Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.
 
Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/
 
NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.
 
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Legal & Risk Services is a division of the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership which provides a comprehensive legal advisory service to the NHS.

Our Core Values, which are important in how we work with our clients and how we support our colleagues, are:

Listening and Learning
Working together
Taking responsibility
Innovating

We have an exciting opportunity for a junior lawyer to join our Inquest Team. We advise and represent the whole of the NHS in Wales.

The types of cases we typically advise on include:

Mental Health related
Prison deaths
Falls
Sepsis
Maternal and neonatal deaths
Drug/alcohol related
Peri or post surgical deaths.

The Team are experts in their field who are regularly instructed in novel and high profile cases. We work closely with our clients' clinical and patient safety teams.

The work of Legal & Risk has been recognised in the awards we have won. We aim to push boundaries and continue to develop ways to support the important work of the NHS.

You will be responsible for reviewing medical records/reports, drafting correspondence to obtain evidence and assisting in the preparation of client advice, witness statements, court bundles, and instructions to counsel.
We are committed to the development and well-being of our staff. You will have the support of a Team Manager and a number of other senior lawyers.

The ideal candidate for this position must have good communication skills, a confident approach to work and can demonstrate our core values. There will be a need for empathy and sensitivity due to the very personal nature of the cases we deal with.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.

Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people. Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.

Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/

NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Newly Qualified / Junior Inquest Lawyer - NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Legal &amp; Risk Services is a division of the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership which provides a comprehensive legal advisory service to the NHS. Our Core Values, which are important in how we work with our clients and how we support our colleagues, are: 
<ul>
 <li>Listening and Learning</li>
 <li>Working together</li>
 <li>Taking responsibility</li>
 <li>Innovating</li>
</ul> We have an exciting opportunity for a junior lawyer to join our Inquest Team. We advise and represent the whole of the NHS in Wales. The types of cases we typically advise on include: 
<ul>
 <li>Mental Health related</li>
 <li>Prison deaths</li>
 <li>Falls</li>
 <li>Sepsis</li>
 <li>Maternal and neonatal deaths</li>
 <li>Drug/alcohol related</li>
 <li>Peri or post surgical deaths.</li>
</ul> The Team are experts in their field who are regularly instructed in novel and high profile cases. We work closely with our clients' clinical and patient safety teams. The work of Legal &amp; Risk has been recognised in the awards we have won. We aim to push boundaries and continue to develop ways to support the important work of the NHS. You will be responsible for reviewing medical records/reports, drafting correspondence to obtain evidence and assisting in the preparation of client advice, witness statements, court bundles, and instructions to counsel. We are committed to the development and well-being of our staff. You will have the support of a Team Manager and a number of other senior lawyers. The ideal candidate for this position must have good communication skills, a confident approach to work and can demonstrate our core values. There will be a need for empathy and sensitivity due to the very personal nature of the cases we deal with. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating. Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people. Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers. Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Newly Qualified / Junior Inquest Lawyer

You should have strong communication skills, a confident work approach, and embody values of collaboration, responsibility, and innovation. Welsh language proficiency is desirable.

You will open enquiries, liaise with Coroner’s officers, attend inquest hearings, review medical records, draft evidence letters, and assist witnesses throughout the inquest process.

Legal & Risk Services is a division of the NHS Wales shared Services Partnership, based in Cardiff, which provides a litigation and comprehensive legal advisory service to the NHS. The above positions provide a unique opportunity to develop your skills in an informal but challenging environment.
 
We have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Inquest Team and assist in the day-to-day management of Inquests for Local Heath Boards (LHB) and NHS Trusts in Wales, under close supervision of a Senior Lawyer.
 
The ideal candidate for this position must have good communication skills, a confident approach to work and can demonstrate our core values:
 
Listening and Learning
 Working together
 Taking responsibility
 Innovating
 
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
 
The post holder will be responsible for opening new enquiries, liaising with Coroner’s officers, attending inquest hearings at court and helping witnesses navigate the inquest process. This will include reviewing medical records/reports, drafting letters to obtain evidence and assisting in the investigation of inquests.
 
The post holder will need to establish and maintain good working relationships with inquest handlers, clinicians, health care professionals, colleagues within NWSSP Legal & Risk Services, Court officers, witnesses and experts.
 
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.
 
Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.
 
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.
 
Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.
 
Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/
 
NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.
 
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Legal & Risk Services is a division of the NHS Wales shared Services Partnership, based in Cardiff, which provides a litigation and comprehensive legal advisory service to the NHS. The above positions provide a unique opportunity to develop your skills in an informal but challenging environment.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Inquest Team and assist in the day-to-day management of Inquests for Local Heath Boards (LHB) and NHS Trusts in Wales, under close supervision of a Senior Lawyer.

The ideal candidate for this position must have good communication skills, a confident approach to work and can demonstrate our core values:

Listening and Learning
Working together
Taking responsibility
Innovating

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

The post holder will be responsible for opening new enquiries, liaising with Coroner’s officers, attending inquest hearings at court and helping witnesses navigate the inquest process. This will include reviewing medical records/reports, drafting letters to obtain evidence and assisting in the investigation of inquests.

The post holder will need to establish and maintain good working relationships with inquest handlers, clinicians, health care professionals, colleagues within NWSSP Legal & Risk Services, Court officers, witnesses and experts.

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.

Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.

Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.

Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/

NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Inquest Paralegal - NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Legal &amp; Risk Services is a division of the NHS Wales shared Services Partnership, based in Cardiff, which provides a litigation and comprehensive legal advisory service to the NHS. The above positions provide a unique opportunity to develop your skills in an informal but challenging environment. We have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Inquest Team and assist in the day-to-day management of Inquests for Local Heath Boards (LHB) and NHS Trusts in Wales, under close supervision of a Senior Lawyer. The ideal candidate for this position must have good communication skills, a confident approach to work and can demonstrate our core values: Listening and Learning Working together Taking responsibility Innovating The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. The post holder will be responsible for opening new enquiries, liaising with Coroner’s officers, attending inquest hearings at court and helping witnesses navigate the inquest process. This will include reviewing medical records/reports, drafting letters to obtain evidence and assisting in the investigation of inquests. The post holder will need to establish and maintain good working relationships with inquest handlers, clinicians, health care professionals, colleagues within NWSSP Legal &amp; Risk Services, Court officers, witnesses and experts. At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating. Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people. Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers. Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Inquest Paralegal

You should be an experienced inquest solicitor, skilled in mental health and clinical negligence, with advocacy experience in Article 2 inquests, strong communication, and a confident approach.

You will supervise and train junior lawyers, manage complex Inquest cases, conduct advocacy, and deliver high-quality legal services to NHS clients.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving and growing team which provides advice and support to clients across Wales in respect of Inquests. As a senior lawyer, you will be a key member of the team, supervising others and delivering training whilst providing high quality legal services to our NHS clients. The role involves having your own caseload of complex Inquest matters and conducting advocacy.
 
Legal and Risk Services are looking for an experienced Inquest solicitor capable of working with minimum supervision. Candidates are sought that fit with the values of the NHS in Wales to be open and transparent about inquest investigations and to help ensure lessons are learned.
 
The post will be suitable for solicitors, barristers or legal executives with experience in Mental Health and Clinical Negligence, and advocacy in multi-day Article 2 inquests before juries.
 
As a senior member of the team, the candidate will also be expected to train, mentor and professionally supervise more junior members.
 
The ideal candidate for the above position must have good communication skills, a confident approach to work and can demonstrate our core values:
 
Listening and Learning
 Working Together
 Taking Responsibility
 Innovating
 
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
 
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we have high standards and expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening & Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility & Innovating, whilst ensuring trust, honesty and compassion are implicit in everything that we do.
 We are adaptable, agile and flexible and pride ourselves on being a learning organisation - one where it is safe to make mistakes, where blame is replaced by opportunity, learning and improvement. Innovation is built into everything that we do.
 We recognise our people regularly and have an Appreciation Station, to encourage staff to applaud exemplary behaviour in one another, alongside an Annual Staff Recognition Award ceremony aligned to our values.
 We respect and value our people and strive for a culture of compassion and inclusivity. We are a bilingual organisation, and we have a team of Change Champions who advocate ‘This is Our NWSSP’ our principal change programme. Similarly, PROUD is our new staff network welcoming LGBT+ colleagues and allies to come together in a safe space for discussions, event planning and the opportunity to build supportive networks.
 We have a comprehensive benefits package where there is something for everyone, supporting health, engagement and wellbeing and includes an Employee Assistance Programme. We have over 30 Mental Health First Aiders and work in partnership with local and national organisations to ensure the well-being and resilience of our people.
 
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving and growing team which provides advice and support to clients across Wales in respect of Inquests. As a senior lawyer, you will be a key member of the team, supervising others and delivering training whilst providing high quality legal services to our NHS clients. The role involves having your own caseload of complex Inquest matters and conducting advocacy.

Legal and Risk Services are looking for an experienced Inquest solicitor capable of working with minimum supervision. Candidates are sought that fit with the values of the NHS in Wales to be open and transparent about inquest investigations and to help ensure lessons are learned.

The post will be suitable for solicitors, barristers or legal executives with experience in Mental Health and Clinical Negligence, and advocacy in multi-day Article 2 inquests before juries.

As a senior member of the team, the candidate will also be expected to train, mentor and professionally supervise more junior members.

The ideal candidate for the above position must have good communication skills, a confident approach to work and can demonstrate our core values:

Listening and Learning
Working Together
Taking Responsibility
Innovating

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we have high standards and expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening & Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility & Innovating, whilst ensuring trust, honesty and compassion are implicit in everything that we do.
We are adaptable, agile and flexible and pride ourselves on being a learning organisation - one where it is safe to make mistakes, where blame is replaced by opportunity, learning and improvement. Innovation is built into everything that we do.
We recognise our people regularly and have an Appreciation Station, to encourage staff to applaud exemplary behaviour in one another, alongside an Annual Staff Recognition Award ceremony aligned to our values.
We respect and value our people and strive for a culture of compassion and inclusivity. We are a bilingual organisation, and we have a team of Change Champions who advocate ‘This is Our NWSSP’ our principal change programme. Similarly, PROUD is our new staff network welcoming LGBT+ colleagues and allies to come together in a safe space for discussions, event planning and the opportunity to build supportive networks.
We have a comprehensive benefits package where there is something for everyone, supporting health, engagement and wellbeing and includes an Employee Assistance Programme. We have over 30 Mental Health First Aiders and work in partnership with local and national organisations to ensure the well-being and resilience of our people.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac

Senior Lawyer - Inquest Team - NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Senior Lawyer - Inquest Team

You should have expertise in commercial property law, strong negotiation skills, and experience in drafting and reviewing legal documents related to property transactions.

You will manage commercial property legal matters, ensuring compliance and effective negotiation while providing expert advice and guidance to stakeholders within the organization.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Commercial Property Lawyer - NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Commercial Property Lawyer

You must have strong communication skills, teamwork ability, experience in employment matters or respondent litigation, and a commitment to our core values. Welsh language skills are desirable.

You will manage employment law cases, advise clients, oversee junior staff, and foster client relationships while handling claims from initial request to resolution.

We are seeking to recruit an experienced qualified lawyers (solicitor / CILEx Chartered Legal Executive Litigator & Advocate / Barrister) in the field of employment law, to join our growing team. If you would like to make a positive difference and work in an organisation which truly values its staff, this will interest you.
 
Your role will initially be based at Companies House, Cardiff.
 
The ideal candidate must have good communication skills, a confident approach to work, the ability to prioritise and to be able to work well with the team and clients. Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate our core values:
 <ul>
<li>Listening and Learning</li>
<li>Working Together</li>
<li>Taking Responsibility</li>
<li>Innovating</li>
</ul>
Advising and supporting clients in respect of their employment law caseload. Managing a varied caseload of employment claims on behalf of the NHS in Wales. This is a varied role which will allow the post holder to develop a wide range of skills and be at the forefront of this fast changing area of law.
 
We pride ourselves on our relationships with our clients and the quality of our service. The post holder will be expected to build strong client relationships quickly and to be able to work at pace. We are committed to innovation and efficiency. We play a key role in delivering change across Wales. We are committed to the development and well-being of our staff.
 
The post holder will undertake the case management of a range of employment law matters from the initial advice request, to the issue of the ET claim to settlement or trial. The post holder will be expected to provide supervision to more junior staff members.
 
Experience of Respondent litigation is preferred but candidates with good knowledge and experience of employment matters will be considered.
 
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
 
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.
 
Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.
 
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.
 
Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.
 
Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/
 
NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.
 
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac

We are seeking to recruit an experienced qualified lawyers (solicitor / CILEx Chartered Legal Executive Litigator & Advocate / Barrister) in the field of employment law, to join our growing team. If you would like to make a positive difference and work in an organisation which truly values its staff, this will interest you.

Your role will initially be based at Companies House, Cardiff.

The ideal candidate must have good communication skills, a confident approach to work, the ability to prioritise and to be able to work well with the team and clients. Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate our core values:

Listening and Learning
Working Together
Taking Responsibility
Innovating

Advising and supporting clients in respect of their employment law caseload. Managing a varied caseload of employment claims on behalf of the NHS in Wales. This is a varied role which will allow the post holder to develop a wide range of skills and be at the forefront of this fast changing area of law.

We pride ourselves on our relationships with our clients and the quality of our service. The post holder will be expected to build strong client relationships quickly and to be able to work at pace. We are committed to innovation and efficiency. We play a key role in delivering change across Wales. We are committed to the development and well-being of our staff.

The post holder will undertake the case management of a range of employment law matters from the initial advice request, to the issue of the ET claim to settlement or trial. The post holder will be expected to provide supervision to more junior staff members.

Experience of Respondent litigation is preferred but candidates with good knowledge and experience of employment matters will be considered.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.

Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.

Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.

Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/

NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

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