Clinical Negligence Solicitor

BCL Private Practice; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Clinical Negligence Solicitor with 0-5 years PQE to join their award-winning team. This full-time position offers the chance to work in either Manchester or London with remote flexibility. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in Clinical Negligence and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits include holidays, pension, and healthcare cash plan.

Benefits

25 days holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Life assurance

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• NQ-5 years PQE in Clinical Negligence.
• Proven track record of managing client-related documents.
• Ability to advise clients and instruct Counsel.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with law society panel members.
• Manage a diverse caseload of multi-track cases.
• Ensure compliance with file management standards.
• Represent clients in tribunals and Courts.

Skills

Track record in Clinical Negligence

Self-motivation

Understanding of confidentiality

Ability to work in a paperless environment

Strong verbal and written communication

Proficiency in MS Word and Excel

Attention to detail

Effective time management

Job description

Clinical Negligence Solicitor (NQ-5 years PQE)

About the Role

Due to continued growth and expansion, we have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Negligence Solicitor NQ-5 years PQE to join our award-winning Clinical Negligence team. This is a fantastic chance to be part of our well-established, Legal 500 and Chambers ranked firm, renowned for offering excellent training and career prospects.

This full-time role (35 hours per week) is based at either in Manchester or London office, with the flexibility to work remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborating with law society panel members.
• Handling a diverse caseload of multi-track cases, including those of maximum severity.
• Managing all client-related documents using our case management system.
• Recording all time spent on each file and documenting the work undertaken.
• Ensuring compliance with file management standards.
• Advising clients on legal matters, procedures, and issues related to their cases.
• Instructing Counsel and experts for client representation and advice.
• Meeting all Court and tribunal deadlines.
• Representing clients in tribunals and Courts as required.
• Keeping clients informed about the progress of their cases.

Key Skills

• NQ-5 years PQE with a proven track record in Clinical Negligence.
• Team player with self-motivation and professionalism.
• Understanding the need for confidentiality regarding client and business matters.
• Ability to work effectively in a paperless environment.
• Capability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Attention to detail.
• Effective time management and task prioritization according to business needs.

What We Offer

We provide a flexible, agile working environment, a competitive salary, and a benefits package that includes:

• 25 days holiday allowance (excluding bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Healthcare cash plan
• Life assurance
• Bonus scheme

Join us and become part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction.