Clinical Negligence Lawyer

Chadwick Nott; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Cardiff is seeking a Clinical Negligence Lawyer with over 3 years PQE to manage complex negligence claims. The role offers hybrid working and requires strong analytical and interpersonal skills. You will provide empathetic client care, support junior colleagues, and work within a highly ranked team. Benefits include a comprehensive package with holidays, bonuses, and professional development opportunities. This position values accountability, collaboration, and work-life balance.

Benefits

Hybrid working

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Gym discounts

Life assurance

Discounts across retailers

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE as a Clinical Negligence Lawyer.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex clinical negligence claims.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload involving complex clinical negligence claims.
• Support junior colleagues and contribute to team development.
• Provide high quality client care with empathy.

Skills

Experience handling clinical negligence claims

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication abilities

Ability to work with empathy

Confidence managing complex matters

Experience supervising junior team members

Commitment to exceptional client service

Job description

Clinical Negligence Lawyer - Cardiff - 3+ Years PQE
Location: Cardiff
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid working)
Salary: £50,000 to £65,000 (depending on experience)

A respected and well established law firm is seeking an experienced Clinical Negligence Lawyer to join its specialist team in Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high value clinical negligence matters within a supportive, highly ranked and award winning department.

The Role

You will manage a varied and challenging caseload involving complex clinical negligence claims, including:

• Misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis
• Spinal and brain injury cases
• Surgical errors and incorrect treatment
• Litigated matters and cases progressing to trial
• Supporting junior colleagues and contributing to wider team development
• Providing high quality client care with empathy and professionalism

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a technically strong lawyer who can demonstrate:

• Experience handling clinical negligence claims, including litigated files
• Strong analytical and case management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work with empathy and sensitivity
• Confidence managing complex matters independently
• Experience supervising or supporting junior team members
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service
• Applications are welcomed from lawyers with the requisite experience, regardless of background.

Benefits

The firm offers a comprehensive range of core and voluntary benefits, including:

• Hybrid working (2 days per week in the office)
• 35 hour working week, Monday to Friday
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days' annual leave
• Annual bonus scheme
• Access to digital GPs, mental health consultations and annual health checks
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Group Income Protection
• Private medical insurance, gym discounts and wellbeing apps
• Life assurance and workplace pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts across 700+ retailers, travel, food and leisure
• Dental insurance
• Free and discounted legal services

(Some benefits are subject to probation or length of service.)

Professional Development

You will have access to:

• Internal and external training courses
• Funding for professional qualifications
• A wide range of learning and development resources
• Opportunities to progress within a high performing team

Values

The firm seeks individuals who uphold high professional standards and deliver exceptional client service. Its culture is shaped by values that promote accountability, collaboration, creativity and work life balance, including:

• Doing what we say we will
• Creating solutions rather than waiting for them
• Taking ownership and resolving issues
• Respecting and supporting colleagues
• Making time to live well

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

Olivia Reed
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.