Legal Risk Assessor - Non-Fee Earning Role | Clinical Negligence Experience Essential Manchester | Hybrid Working | Up to £40K DOE Bonus Benefits Simpson Millar – The Open Lawyers Are you an experienced Clinical Negligence Fee Earner, Paralegal or Legal Executive ready for something new? Want to stay close to the legal work you love – without the pressure of fee earning ? Simpson Millar is hiring a Legal Risk Assessor to join our Injury practice area. This is a strategic, non-fee earning role where you’ll use your clinical negligence knowledge to assess case viability, support client onboarding, and influence commercial decisions across the firm. Why this role? You’ll play a pivotal part in deciding which new enquiries we pursue, using your legal expertise to guide our decision-making. It’s perfect for someone with strong hands-on experience in Clinical Negligence who’s r eady to move away from managing a caseload – but still wants to make a meaningful impact. What you’ll be doing: ✔ Assessing the legal and commercial merit of new Injury enquiries ✔ Reviewing accepted cases for quality and viability ✔ Supporting and coaching our Contact Centre team ✔ Liaising with legal teams to ensure consistent risk profiling ✔ Contributing to process improvements and commercial insights What we’re looking for: Clinical Negligence case handling experience (essential) Fee Earner, Paralegal or Legal Exec background Commercial mindset with risk awareness Strong communicator and team player Familiar with digital case management systems Coaching experience a bonus, but not required What you’ll get: ✅ Up to £40K salary (depending on experience) ✅ Annual bonus scheme ✅ 27 days' holiday bank holidays ✅ Buy/sell holidays 4-week work-abroad option ✅ Hybrid working ✅ Pension, life assurance, EAP & more About Simpson Millar We’re a progressive, inclusive law firm focused on making legal services accessible and transparent. Our people are encouraged to challenge the norm and shape the future of legal service delivery. Diversity & Inclusion We’re committed to building an inclusive team that reflects the clients and communities we serve. Everyone is welcome - and supported - to bring their whole self to work. Ready to make a difference without managing a caseload ? Apply now or message Ruth Henderson, Recruitment Business Partner, for a confidential chat.