Inquest and Claims Administrator

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Inquest and Claims Administrator The closing date is 05 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary We are looking for a Medico-Legal Administrator to join our friendly, experience and supportive Legal Services team at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. This is a varied role supporting the management of clinical negligence claims, inquests, employer and public liability claims, and losses and compensation claims. No two days will be the same and you'll work closely with senior clinicians, managers, NHS Resolution, HM Coroner's Office, solicitors and patients, providing high- quality administrative support and helping ensure complex legal matters are managed efficiently and within strict deadlines. This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist knowledge within an experienced team while making a meaningful contribution to patient care and the Trust's legal services. Main duties of the job You will provide comprehensive administrative support to the Claims and Inquest Manager and Claims and Inquest Coordinators, across a broad range of medico-legal work. Your responsibilities will include coordinating the Trust caseload of losses and compensation claims, supporting clinical negligence and employer/public liability claims, assisting with the collation of inquest documentation, preparing meeting papers and minutes, maintaining accurate electronic case records, and liaising with clinicians, patients, solicitors, HM Coroner's Office and other internal and external stakeholders. The role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information sensitively while working to statutory and legal deadlines. You will prioritise your own workload, respond to enquiries and contribute to the smooth running of a busy specialist department. About us At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan. Details Date posted 29 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £34,186 to £37,389 a year pa inclusive Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 290-CR-