Clinical Negligence Partner

William James Recruitment; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Income protection

Wellbeing support

Travel season ticket loan

Cycle to work

Discounts and wellness perks

Training and development

Career progression

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking an experienced Clinical Negligence Partner for its Nottingham team to lead high-value defendant clinical negligence matters and develop long-standing client relationships.

The role offers a competitive, flexible and hybrid working package with an opportunity to shape the growth of the healthcare practice and mentor junior lawyers in a respected specialist firm.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in defendant clinical negligence and healthcare litigation.
• Proven track record in handling high-value matters.
• Strong client relationship and business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise NHS organisations, healthcare providers, insurers and medical organisations on complex clinical negligence matters.
• Manage a varied caseload of high-value defendant clinical negligence claims.
• Develop strategic, commercially focused approaches for clients.
• Lead and mentor junior lawyers within the team.
• Contribute to growth of the healthcare practice and BD initiatives.

Skills

Business development

Leadership

Client relationship management

Defendant clinical negligence

Legal drafting

Advocacy

Job description

Clinical Negligence Partner – Nottingham – Competitive Package

A well-established UK law firm with a strong reputation in defendant clinical negligence and healthcare litigation is looking to appoint an experienced Clinical Negligence Partner to join its growing team in Nottingham.

This is an exciting opportunity for an established healthcare lawyer to join a respected specialist practice, advising a diverse client base across the healthcare sector on complex and high-value matters.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build on an existing practice, develop long-standing client relationships and play a key role in the continued growth of the firm's healthcare offering.

The Role:

• Advise NHS organisations, healthcare providers, insurers and medical organisations on complex clinical negligence matters
• Manage a varied caseload of high-value and technically challenging defendant clinical negligence claims
• Advise on complex healthcare disputes, investigations and related matters where appropriate
• Work closely with clients to develop effective and commercially focused strategies
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing healthcare clients
• Identify and develop new business opportunities and referral relationships
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across related litigation, regulatory and insurance practices
• Support and develop junior lawyers within the team
• Contribute to the strategic development and growth of the wider healthcare practice
• Play an active role in the firm's business development and market profile

About You:

• Established Clinical Negligence Partner / Legal Director / Senior Associate
• Significant experience in defendant clinical negligence
• A strong understanding of healthcare litigation and associated issues
• Experience acting for NHS organisations, insurers, healthcare providers or medical professionals
• A proven track record of managing complex and high-value claims
• Strong client relationship and business development skills
• An established network and/or demonstrable ability to develop new work
• Excellent technical, drafting and advocacy skills
• Strong commercial awareness and a client-focused approach
• Leadership experience and the ability to support and develop junior colleagues
• The ambition to play a key role in the continued growth of a specialist healthcare practice

The Benefits:

• Competitive Partner remuneration package, reflecting experience and client following
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Private healthcare options
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Employee wellbeing and support services
• Travel season ticket loan
• Cycle to work schemeDiscounted gym and lifestyle benefits
• Technology and employee discount schemes
• Comprehensive training and professional development
• Strong opportunities for practice development and progression