Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious legal firm is seeking an experienced Senior Solicitor in Liverpool to join their Clinical Negligence team. The role involves managing complex claims for high-profile healthcare providers, with responsibilities including advising and defending claims. The successful candidate will receive a salary of up to £85,000, plus a bonus and hybrid working options, in addition to a comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance and annual leave incentives.

Benefits

Salary up to £85,000 depending on experience

Bonus scheme

Hybrid working

25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Private medical and dental insurance

Enhanced pension and life assurance

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 5 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong background in Clinical Negligence work.
• Confident managing a caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex Clinical Negligence matters.
• Advise and defend claims for healthcare providers and insurers.
• Support junior team members and take on supervisory responsibilities.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor with at least 5 years post-qualification experience

Strong background in defendant Clinical Negligence work

Excellent legal and procedural knowledge

Strong drafting and negotiation skills

Effective communicator with strong client care skills

Commercially aware and solutions-focused

Collaborative team player

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22.08.2025

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About the Job

Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor - Up to £85,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits

A rare opportunity has arisen to join a highly respected Legal 500 firm with a national reputation for excellence in Clinical Negligence and Healthcare Litigation.

As part of its ongoing expansion, the firm is now seeking an experienced Senior Solicitor to join its well-established Clinical Negligence team in Liverpool. You’ll work closely with senior colleagues and partners on a varied and high-quality caseload of complex, defendant Clinical Negligence matters.

The team advises and defends claims on behalf of leading healthcare providers, insurers, and medical defence organisations, often involving high-value and sensitive litigation. The role also offers excellent prospects for those keen to take on supervisory responsibility and further develop their technical and leadership skills.

The Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 5 years post-qualification experience
• Strong background in defendant Clinical Negligence work
• Experience handling complex claims, ideally involving NHS Resolution and MDO clients
• Confident managing a caseload independently while also supporting junior team members
• Excellent legal and procedural knowledge, with strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Commercially aware and solutions-focused
• Effective communicator with strong client care and stakeholder management skills
• A collaborative team player with mentoring or supervision experience preferred

The Benefits & How to Apply

• Salary up to £85,000 depending on experience
• Bonus scheme and excellent benefits package
• Hybrid working and modern city centre office
• 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays – with the option to buy additional days
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Enhanced pension and life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme and discounted benefits platform
• Access to a comprehensive learning and development programme

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant