Clinical Negligence Senior / Principal Associate

Douglas Scott Global Recruitment; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in the Midlands is seeking a Clinical Negligence Senior / Principal Associate with over 5 years PQE. The role involves managing a complex caseload, assisting senior partners, and business development. The firm offers competitive salary of £70,000 DOE, 25 days vacation, flexible work arrangements, and promotes work-life balance. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional looking for long-term growth.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Enhanced sick pay

Healthcare plans

4x death in service

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in Clinical Negligence.
• Experience managing own caseload of complex claims.
• Strong focus on high-quality client care.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own Clinical Negligence caseload.
• Assist Partners with high value cases.
• Get involved in business development.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Clinical Negligence experience

Client care

Caseload management

Team collaboration

Business development

Education

Qualified solicitor/CILEX

Job description

Clinical Negligence Senior / Principal Associate - Midlands Salary: £70,000 DOE

My client is a regional law firm with a highly regarded Clinical Negligence department and they are looking to recruit a Clinical Negligence Senior / Principal Associate to join their growing team in the Midlands.

Why This Role?

This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-growing team at a firm that has expanded significantly in recent years.

What You'll Be Doing?

• Managing your own Clinical Negligence caseload, typically involving high-value, complex matters.
• Assisting Partners and other senior fee earners with their high value cases.
• Getting involved in business development.
• Mentoring junior member of the team.

What's On Offer?

• Salary: £70,000 DOE
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Healthcare plans.
• 4x death in service.
• Flexible/hybrid working to fit your schedule.

About You?

• You are a qualified solicitor/Cilex 5+ years PQE with experience in Clinical Negligence.
• Comfortable handling your own caseload and working collaboratively on larger, complex claims.
• A focus on high-quality client care.
• Looking for a long-term home where you can grow with the firm.

My client really does promote work‑life balance and offers top-quality work in Clinical Negligence. If you'd like to hear any more about the role, please get in touch.

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0121272 7371 or 07451274437