Clinical Negligence Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm is seeking a Clinical Negligence Solicitor to manage a varied caseload, including claims under £25,000. With a hybrid working model, the role offers mentoring and support for professional development, a competitive salary, and a collaborative culture. Candidates should possess 2–5 years PQE in clinical negligence and be able to work independently with excellent client-facing skills. This position balances remote and in-office collaboration, providing clear career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid working

CPD and mentoring support

Employee benefits package

Clear promotion route

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' PQE in clinical/medical negligence required.
• Proven ability to manage a varied caseload independently.
• Experience with claims valued under £25,000 and familiarity with protocols.

Responsibilities

• Manage clinical negligence files from start to finish.
• Investigate claims, draft pleadings, and manage disclosure.
• Conduct client interviews and negotiate settlements.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Communication

Organisation

Prioritisation

Targets-driven mindset

Education

Solicitor with 2–5 years PQE

Job description

Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire (hybrid working available)

Salary: Competitive salary + benefits (dependent on experience 2–5 PQE)

About the firm

Our client is a respected and growing legal team in High Wycombe specialising in clinical and medical negligence. It provides high-quality advocacy and client care across the full lifecycle of medical negligence claims and are expanding its team to support a growing caseload.

Why this role is attractive

• Manage a varied clinical negligence caseload, from lower-value claims under £25,000 to higher-value matters
• Hybrid working model to balance remote file work with focused in-office collaboration
• Clear career development: mentoring, CPD support and progression to Senior Solicitor levels
• Supportive team culture with collaborative casework and regular case-review sessions
• Competitive salary and a benefits package that supports wellbeing, flexible working and professional development

Key responsibilities

• Run your own clinical negligence files from instruction to conclusion with minimal supervision
• Investigate claims, draft pleadings, manage disclosure and support litigation strategy
• Conduct client interviews, manage medical evidence, instruct counsel and negotiate settlements
• Meet realistic billing targets and undertake administrative typing and file management tasks
• Keep up to date with case law, fixed-cost rules and pre-action protocols in clinical negligence

Your requirements

• 2–5 years’ PQE working in clinical/medical negligence
• Proven ability to manage a varied caseload independently or with light supervision
• Experience handling claims valued under £25,000 and familiarity with pre-action protocols
• Excellent client-facing skills, communication, organisation and prioritisation
• Comfortable in a targets-driven environment and a proactive team player

Benefits

• Hybrid working (agreed pattern) and flexible hours.
• CPD & mentoring support; funding for specialist courses where appropriate.
• Employee benefits package: pension, annual leave, wellbeing support, professional subscriptions.
• Clear promotion route and regular performance reviews.

How to apply

Applicants should submit a CV and short cover letter outlining relevant clinical negligence experience and preferred working pattern to Gayle Woolf at G2 legal