Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Bailey Hunter; Selby; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm is seeking a Clinical Negligence Solicitor with 2–6 years’ PQE to manage a caseload of claimant clinical negligence cases. The role offers flexibility across Yorkshire/Teesside with hybrid working arrangements. Candidates should have strong client-handling skills and attention to detail. The salary is competitive with additional benefits such as an annual bonus, enhanced maternity/paternity pay, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Supportive team culture

Annual bonus

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• 2–6 years’ PQE (or equivalent fee-earning experience) in clinical negligence / claimant PI.
• Confident running files with appropriate supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters.
• Pre-action investigations and case analysis.
• Drafting Letters of Claim/Response and advising on liability.

Skills

Strong client-handling skills

Good drafting attention to detail

Calm, practical approach

Job description

Overview

3803.9 Clinical Negligence Solicitor (2–6 PQE). Location: Flexible across multiple offices (Yorkshire/Teesside) + hybrid (c. 1 day/week in the office). Salary: Competitive + benefits (DOE).

The role

You’ll manage your own caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters, with support available on the more complex issues and litigation strategy. Work is likely to include:

• Pre-action investigations and case analysis
• Obtaining and reviewing medical records and expert evidence
• Drafting Letters of Claim/Response and advising on liability, breach, causation and quantum
• Negotiation and settlement, with litigation where required
• Maintaining excellent client care throughout (these cases matter to people)

What they’re looking for

• 2–6 years’ PQE (or equivalent fee-earning experience) in clinical negligence / claimant PI with strong clin neg exposure
• Confident running files with appropriate supervision
• Good drafting and attention to detail
• Calm, practical approach and strong client-handling skills

What’s on offer

• Very flexible location – you can be based out of any of their offices across Yorkshire/Teesside
• Hybrid working – typically 1 day per week in the office (team connection without presenteeism)
• Competitive salary and competitive benefits package, including annual bonus, pension, life assurance, DIS, enhanced maternity/paternity pay and generous holiday allowance
• Supportive team, good training and progression
• Steady work pipeline and a professional, down-to-earth culture

How to apply

Interested? For more information or to apply in confidence, contact Claire Cox at Bailey Hunter – [e-mail]