Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Simpson Judge; Sevenoaks; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD support

Health plan

Hybrid working

Leave entitlement

Social and awards

Job summary

Simpson Judge in Sevenoaks is seeking an early-career Clinical Negligence Solicitor to build their own caseload from day one, handling a variety of medical-claims with close client contact and strong supervision from senior members of the team. You will work hybrid, manage matters from enquiry to settlement or trial, and pursue professional development through firm-supported CPD and qualifications.

The department values empathy, detailed file work, and a collaborative approach as you contribute

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ to 4PQE) with clinical negligence experience.
• Ability to analyse medical records and evidence with attention to detail.
• Excellent client care skills with empathy and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of clinical negligence claims from enquiry to settlement or trial.
• Take client instructions and build trusted relationships with clients and families.
• Review medical records, prepare chronologies, and identify breach of duty and causation.
• Instruct medical experts and counsel, prepare letters of claim and witness statements.
• Contribute to negotiations, settlements, and court proceedings when needed.
• Assist senior colleagues on higher-value matters and complex claims.
• Maintain files in line with procedural rules and deadlines and contribute to business development.

Skills

Clinical negligence experience

Client care

Drafting

Communication

Time management

Education

Solicitor qualification (UK)

Job description

Clinical Negligence Solicitor | Legal 500

Location: Sevenoaks - hybrid

Salary: £45-55,000+

Experience: NQ - 4PQE

OVERVIEW

Join a well-established, growing Legal 500 law firm with a respected Clinical Negligence team, known for achieving strong outcomes for claimants in sensitive and often complex medical cases.

This is an opportunity for an early-career Clinical Negligence Solicitor to build their own caseload with genuine responsibility from day one. You will handle a variety of claims arising from medical treatment, working closely with clients and their families, medical experts and counsel, with excellent support and supervision from senior members of the team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managing a varied caseload of clinical negligence claims, from initial enquiry and investigation through to settlement or trial.
• Taking detailed client instructions and building trusted relationships with clients and families, often at difficult and emotional times.
• Obtaining and reviewing medical records, preparing chronologies and identifying issues of breach of duty and causation.
• Instructing and liaising with medical experts and counsel, and preparing letters of claim, witness statements and schedules of loss.
• Conducting negotiations, attending settlement meetings and preparing matters for court where necessary.
• Assisting senior colleagues on higher-value and more complex matters, such as birth injury, brain injury and fatal claims.
• Keeping files progressed efficiently and in line with procedural rules and deadlines.
• Contributing to business development, networking and the continued growth of the department.

ABOUT YOU

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ to 4PQE) with experience in clinical negligence, either from your training contract or post‑qualification work.
• Sound understanding of the clinical negligence claims process, including the Pre‑Action Protocol and CPR.
• Ability to analyse medical records and evidence with attention to detail.
• Excellent client care skills, with empathy, sensitivity and professionalism when dealing with vulnerable clients.
• Strong drafting, organisational and communication skills.
• A collaborative approach and an interest in developing your career in a supportive team.
• AvMA or APIL membership (or working towards it) is a plus.

BENEFITS

• Full support for professional qualifications and ongoing CPD, with a clear route to progression
• Company‑paid health cash plan, with upgrade options for partner and family cover, plus 24/7 and face‑to‑face counselling
• 26 days’ annual leave, with up to 10 days’ carry‑over
• 35‑hour working week, with flexible and hybrid working
• Active social and charity committee, regular drinks and networking events, and an annual firm‑wide Christmas party
• Directors’ Awards and Long Service Awards, recognising outstanding contribution