Clinical Negligence Locum

Executive Network Legal Ltd; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Devon is seeking an experienced Locum Medical Negligence Solicitor to join their specialist team on a temporary basis. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to handle complex cases in a flexible working environment, with responsibilities including managing a caseload and advising on medical complaints. Desired candidates should possess significant experience in clinical negligence law and be available from mid-November 2025. Competitive salary and hybrid working options available.

Benefits

Flexible working hours (3–5 days per week)

Supportive team environment

Hybrid/remote working considered

Qualifications

• Significant experience in clinical/medical negligence law.
• Able to confidently manage complex files independently.
• Experience with both pre-litigation and litigated matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clinical/medical negligence matters.
• Prepare and progress cases from instruction to resolution.
• Advise on complaints processes against medical providers.

Skills

Strong communication

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Opportunity

A well-established firm in Devon is seeking an experienced Locum Medical Negligence Solicitor to join their specialist Medical Negligence team on a temporary basis while they recruit a permanent team member. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a highly regarded and supportive team, handling complex and rewarding cases in a flexible working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clinical/medical negligence matters from initial instruction to resolution
• Handle claims involving delayed/misdiagnosis, surgical errors, prescription issues, negligent treatment or care, and other related issues
• Prepare and progress cases including pre-action protocols, expert instructions, negotiations, and settlement
• Participate in inquest preparation and proceedings if required
• Advise on complaints processes against medical providers (e.g. NHS, private hospitals, GPs)

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with significant experience in clinical/medical negligence law
• Able to confidently manage complex files independently
• Strong communication, drafting, and negotiation skills
• Experience with both pre-litigation and litigated matters
• Ability to work with a predominantly paper-based system (support provided for scanning files for remote/hybrid access)
• Available from mid-November 2025 for an initial few months

Why Join?

• Work with an established, specialist medical negligence team
• Flexible working hours (3–5 days per week)
• Supportive team including a trainee solicitor and legal secretary
• Hybrid/remote working considered

How to Apply?

To apply contact Alicia Forde at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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