Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Executive Network Legal Limited; Leeds; Teletrabalho; GBP 65 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Remote work option

Competitive salary

Resumo da oferta

Executive Network Legal Limited in Leeds is seeking a Clinical Negligence Solicitor with 3–8 years PQE to join a well-regarded practice defending clinical negligence claims. The role offers remote flexibility and opportunities for specialist growth within a supportive team.

You will handle high-quality defendant work, advise clients, mentor juniors, and engage in business development while progressing your career in this established firm.

Qualificações

• 3–8 years' PQE in defendant clinical negligence or NHS litigation preferred.
• Experience with NHS Resolution panel firms or medical defence organisations is advantageous.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team, both remotely and in the office.
• Strong client focus, organisation and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills with adherence to confidentiality.

Responsabilidades

• Assess evidence and arrange investigations as needed.
• Prepare reports and provide clear, practical advice to clients.
• Conduct witness interviews and draft statements.
• Instruct medical experts and counsel as required.
• Represent clients at hearings, conferences and ADRs.
• Contribute to team goals through supervision and training.

Conhecimentos

Clinical negligence law

Client relationship management

Legal research

Witness interviewing

Billing and time recording

Formação académica

Solicitors qualification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Clinical Negligence Solicitor | Up to 8 years PQE, (3-8) | Leeds (or remote) | competitive salary | Are you looking to join an award-winning legal firm that offers its employees genuine support and a chance to thrive while working under its roof. The breath and complexity of their work will prove for a rewarding career progression.

Job Title: Clinical Negligence Solicitor

PQE: Up to 8 years (3-8)

Location: Leeds

The Opportunity

The successful applicant will join a well-regarded firm with an established practice in defending clinical negligence claims on behalf of NHS Resolution, NHS Trusts and other defendant clients, including those operating within primary care. The team has a particularly strong reputation for its work involving birth injuries and patient safety, providing an excellent standard of work and opportunities to build specialist expertise. You will benefit from the support and knowledge of experienced colleagues while developing your career in this challenging and rewarding area of law.

The Role

• Assessing evidence and arranging further investigations where necessary.
• Preparing reports and providing clear, practical advice to clients.
• Conducting witness interviews and drafting witness statements.
• Instructing medical experts and counsel.
• Representing clients at court hearings, case management conferences and applications.
• Negotiating settlements and attending conferences with counsel.
• Preparing cases for trial and participating in alternative dispute resolution (ADR).

You will also contribute to the wider team and firm's objectives by:

• Providing guidance and supervision to junior colleagues, including delegating work and supporting their development.
• Assisting with complex and high-value clinical negligence claims.
• Maintaining effective relationships with clients and colleagues while complying with internal processes.
• Delivering training sessions and presentations for clients.
• Producing articles and other client-focused content.
• Supporting business development activities and helping to generate new opportunities.
• Playing an active role within the wider health business group and firm.
• Undertaking secondments to NHS Resolution or NHS Trusts when required.

The Candidate

• Applications are invited from solicitors with between 3 and 8 years' PQE who are keen to further their expertise in defendant clinical negligence work. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
• Previous experience at an NHS Resolution panel firm or medical defence organisation (MDO) is advantageous.
• Familiarity with NHS Resolution's EN scheme and maternity-related claims is desirable, alongside a willingness to develop expertise in these areas.
• The ability to manage workloads autonomously while contributing effectively to a collaborative team, both remotely and in the office.
• A strong appreciation of client priorities and service expectations.
• An interest in mentoring and developing junior colleagues.
• The ability to comply with client protocols, working guidelines and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• A practical, forward-thinking approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Excellent organisational, communication and analytical skills, with close attention to detail.
• An understanding of client confidentiality and data security obligations.
• A proven ability to meet billing, time-recording and contribution targets.

This is an excellent opportunity for a clinical negligence solicitor seeking to advance their career within an established and supportive practice. You will handle high-quality work, strengthen your specialist knowledge and contribute to a team that places strong emphasis on client service, professional development and collaborative working.

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.