Clinical Negligence Solicitor

CRA Legal; Bolton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Clinical Negligence Solicitor to manage claimant negligence cases. The role offers a salary ranging from £35,000 to £50,000 based on experience, alongside a competitive benefits package including bonuses and flexible working arrangements. Candidates should have previous litigation experience, particularly in personal injury claims. This is a permanent, full-time position located in Bolton.

Benefits

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Bonus scheme (OTE £1000-£2800/month)

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experienced Litigator / Litigation Executive with a litigated caseload.
• Experience in Personal Injury Claims is essential.
• Exposure to complex or catastrophic injury cases is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, and other legal documentation.
• Negotiate settlements directly with defendants and insurers.
• Represent clients in conferences and court hearings.

Skills

Litigation

Negotiation

Client communication

Case management

Job description

Job Title: Clinical Negligence Solicitor
Salary Range: £35,000 to £50,000 (depending on experience) + Bonuses
Location: Bolton
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Role Overview & Daily Responsibilities:

• Manage your own caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters from inception to conclusion.
• Take detailed initial instructions and provide clear, practical advice to clients.
• Review and analyse medical records, instructing independent medical experts as required.
• Assess liability and causation, preparing robust cases for settlement negotiations or litigation.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, and other legal documentation.
• Negotiate settlements directly with defendants, insurers, or NHS Resolution.
• Represent clients at conferences, mediations, and, when necessary, court hearings.
• Ensure compliance with court deadlines, procedural rules, and funding requirements

Employee Benefits Package:

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holiday (initially)
• Pension scheme
• Bonus Scheme - OTE between £1000 to £2800 per month (on top of salary)
• Overtime Policy - 1.5X paid for any optional overtime completed, up to 20 hours, with managerial approval
• Employee assistance programme
• Study support and sponsorship (discretionary)
• 'Refer a Friend' scheme
• Flexible working arrangements

Company Overview:

• Our client are a leading, established organisation with an excellent reputation throughout the UK. As a Legal 500 law firm, they renowned within their expert space. The firm are experiencing steady periods of growth, resulting in the need for additional staff across their offices.
• In the Bolton Team, you will be joining a fun, dynamic and supportive working environment within a modern office space. With initiatives, bonuses, flexible working and a collaborative team, this truly is a fantastic place of work.
• The department focusses on excellent quality of work, ranging across liability admitted and disputes cases. You will also benefit from seasoned and effective admin support, efficient work practices and a rewarding methodology of working.

Required Experience:

• You will be an experienced Litigator / Litigation Executive with previous experience handling a litigated caseload
• Experience in Personal Injury Claims is essential
• Exposure to complex injury or serious / catastrophic injury cases essential

Introducing CRA Consulting:

• CRA Consulting are a specialist legal recruiter, operating across the UK. CRA works in partnership with reputable law firms with either local, regional, national or international presence. We recruit at all levels from board, director and partnership level through to support staff.
• For additional information on how we can assist you with your next career move, visit the CRA Consulting Website at www.craconsultants.com.

How to Apply:

• If this Clinical Negligence Solicitor vacancy is of interest, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss with Rhys Spencer who is managing this vacancy, call 0114 241 8030 for a confidential discussion.
• Are you wanting to review additional career opportunities? Visit our jobs page at www.craconsultants.com/jobs

Additional Information:

• CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
• This Clinical Negligence Solicitor vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.