Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Thinking Search; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thinking Search in Manchester is seeking an experienced Medical Negligence Solicitor to join a leading international firm's claimant clinical negligence practice. You will manage a varied caseload from instruction to settlement or trial, draft pleadings and witness statements, and liaise with medical experts and counsel.

All PQE levels considered, with strong career progression opportunities. Excellent long-term prospects, client exposure and mentoring are provided in a supportive team

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with UK claimant clinical negligence experience.
• Ability to manage complex high-value claims.
• Strong litigation, drafting and case management skills.
• Experience dealing with medical experts and vulnerable clients.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload from instruction to settlement or trial.
• Support Partners on complex cases.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements and schedules of loss.
• Instruct medical experts and liaise with counsel.
• Mentor junior lawyers and contribute to business development.
• Build relationships with clients and families.

Skills

UK claimant clinical negligence

High-value claims

Litigation & case management

Client relationship management

Mentoring junior lawyers

Education

Qualified solicitor

PQE flexible

UK law degree

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Medical Negligence Solicitor to join a leading international law firm with a highly regarded Claimant Clinical Negligence practice.

Joining a growing and ambitious team in Manchester, you will handle a varied caseload of complex, high-value medical negligence claims, including cases involving serious and life-changing injuries. Working closely with experienced Partners, this role offers excellent client exposure, greater responsibility and genuine opportunities for career progression.

Role

• Manage your own caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters from initial instruction through to settlement or trial
• Support Partners on complex, high-value medical negligence litigation
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, schedules of loss and settlement documentation
• Instruct and liaise with medical experts, counsel and other professionals
• Investigate liability and quantum, review medical evidence and develop litigation strategies
• Build strong relationships with clients and their families, providing sensitive and practical advice
• Supervise and mentor junior lawyers where appropriate
• Contribute to business development, networking and the continued growth of the practice

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified solicitor (all PQE levels considered)
• Strong experience in UK claimant clinical or medical negligence
• Proven ability to manage complex and high-value claims
• Excellent litigation, drafting and case management skills
• Experience working with medical experts, counsel and vulnerable clients
• Strong communication and client relationship management skills
• Commercially aware with an interest in business development
• Empathetic, proactive and committed to delivering exceptional client care

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded and expanding Medical Negligence team, offering high-quality work, strong Partner support and excellent long-term career prospects.

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