Clinical Negligence Solicitor

SaccoMann; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Leeds is seeking a Clinical Negligence Solicitor with 0-5 years PQE. This role offers an exciting opportunity to handle high-value clinical negligence cases while working in a hybrid/flexible environment. Candidates with a background in personal injury or litigation who are looking to transition into clinical negligence are also encouraged to apply. The firm provides excellent training, support, and development pathways for career progression.

Benefits

Hybrid/flexible working

Structured learning and development programmes

Clear progression pathways

Qualifications

• Solicitor with ideally 0-5 years PQE, approaching qualification this year will be considered.
• Technically strong and enthusiastic about complex cases.
• Experience or interest in clinical negligence, personal injury or litigation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of high-value defendant clinical negligence files.
• Draft legal documents, conduct face-to-face negotiations and mediate claims.
• Prepare cases for court and adhere to court deadlines.
• Act for a variety of clients including local and national NHS Trusts.
• Work within a friendly and supportive team on a challenging but fulfilling caseload.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Solicitor with 0-5 years PQE

Job description

Clinical Negligence Solicitor | 0-5 PQE | Yorkshire | Hybrid/flexible working

Overview

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor specialising in clinical negligence work to join an internationally recognised law firm based in Leeds City Centre. This position could also suit a Solicitor working in another area of Personal Injury or Litigation, who is keen to retrain and pursue a career in this fascinating area of law. This is one of the country's leading health care practices and comprehensive training and support is on offer.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of high-value defendant clinical negligence files.
• Draft legal documents, conduct face-to-face negotiations and mediate claims.
• Prepare cases for court and adhere to court deadlines.
• Act for a variety of clients including the vast majority of local (and some national) NHS Trusts.
• Work within a friendly and supportive team on a challenging but fulfilling caseload.

Qualifications

• Solicitor with ideally 0-5 years PQE (approaching qualification this year will be considered).
• Technically strong and enthusiastic about complex cases.
• Experience or interest in clinical negligence, personal injury or litigation is desirable.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Development & Work Environment

The firm offers extensive scope for hybrid/flexible working, structured learning and development programmes, and clear progression pathways for those dedicated to a career in clinical negligence.

Apply

To be considered for this Clinical Negligence Solicitor role based in Leeds, please contact Sophie Linley at Sacco Mann on 0113 245 333. For other legal opportunities, visit our website.