Clinical Negligence Solicitor

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

Job summary

A legal firm offering flexible roles in the UK seeks a Clinical Negligence Solicitor (2–6 PQE) to manage a caseload of claimant clinical negligence cases. The position offers flexible office locations across Yorkshire/Teesside and a hybrid working model of about one day per week in the office. Candidates should have 2–6 years of PQE in clinical negligence, strong client-handling skills, and good drafting abilities. A competitive salary and benefits package is provided, ensuring a supportive work environment and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pension

Life assurance

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage case load for claimant clinical negligence matters.
• Conduct pre-action investigations and analyze cases.
• Draft legal documents and advise on various legal aspects.
• Negotiate settlements and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Clinical negligence exposure

Strong client-handling skills

Attention to detail

Good drafting skills

Ability to run files with supervision

Job description

3803.8 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 clinical negligence 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

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