Clinical Negligence Partner

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious legal firm in Manchester seeks a Clinical Negligence Partner to lead on high-value claims and mentor junior colleagues. This role emphasizes client relationships and offers a collaborative environment focused on career progression. Ideal for experienced specialists or ambitious Senior Associates looking to advance their careers within a supportive national practice.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Supportive culture focused on wellbeing

Access to high-quality work

Qualifications

• Experienced clinical negligence specialist with partner-level experience or Senior Associate/Legal Director.
• Proven expertise in handling complex or high-value defendant clinical negligence cases.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex, high-value clinical negligence claims.
• Develop the firm's national healthcare offering.
• Manage own caseload and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Clinical negligence expertise

Leadership skills

Client relationship management

Business development

Job description

Overview

A prestigious, nationally recognised Legal 500 firm is seeking an experienced Clinical Negligence Partner to join its highly regarded healthcare division. This is a rare opportunity to step into a leading national practice known for exceptional client relationships, complex work, and a collaborative, people-focused culture.

The Role

• Lead on complex, high-value clinical negligence claims for major healthcare clients, including NHS bodies and private healthcare organisations
• Play a strategic role in shaping and developing the firm's national healthcare offering
• Manage your own caseload while supervising, mentoring and supporting junior team members
• Build and maintain key client relationships, contributing to business development and practice growth
• Work within a modern, flexible, and inclusive environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement

About You

• An experienced clinical negligence specialist with partner-level experience, or an ambitious Senior Associate/Legal Director looking to step up
• Proven expertise in handling complex or high-value defendant clinical negligence cases
• Strong leadership skills, with a track record of team development and mentoring
• A commercially focused mindset with experience in client relationship management and BD initiatives
• Someone who values collaboration, integrity, and excellence

Why Apply?

• Join a forward-thinking, award-winning firm recognised for its commitment to career progression and flexibility
• Access high-quality work at a nationally respected healthcare practice
• Work within a supportive, down-to‑earth culture with a genuine focus on wellbeing
• Benefit from clear progression pathways and an opportunity to grow your national profile

If you're a driven clinical negligence specialist looking for your next strategic move within a leading national practice, we'd love to hear from you. To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please get in touch.

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