Clinical Negligence Solicitor
G2 Legal Limited
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Job summary
Qualifications
- Qualified Solicitor or equivalent (applications welcomed from 1 year PQE to senior level).
- Experience managing your own clinical negligence files with strong outcomes.
- Strong attention to detail and confident deadline management.
- Strong attention to detail and deadline management
- Commercially aware in a target-driven environment
- Proficient with case management systems and IT
- Supportive, collaborative, with ability to mentor others at senior level
- Senior candidates (8+ PQE) to demonstrate: handling high-value, complex clinical negligence litigation
- Senior candidates to show strategy, supervision and team development
Responsibilities
- Managing a clinical negligence caseload independently, appropriate to experience.
- Handling all aspects of litigation including drafting, negotiations and trial preparation.
- Liaising with clients, medical experts and third parties professionally.
- Supporting junior team members and contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture
- Meeting performance and financial targets in line with departmental goals
- Ensuring accurate and timely recording of casework and documentation
- Supporting the Head of Department or Team Leader with service delivery and departmental objectives
Skills
Education
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Job description
A highly respected regional firm with a strong national reputation in clinical negligence is looking to recruit Clinical Negligence Solicitors at a range of experience levels, from 1-year PQE through to senior grade, to join its expanding and well-accredited team.
The firm is known for its excellent work-life balance, offering hybrid and fully remote working options. Candidates can benefit from a highly flexible model requiring as little as one- or two-days’ office attendance per month in Leeds.
This opportunity provides a supportive, progressive environment where you can work on high-quality clinical negligence matters alongside APIL, AvMA and Law Society accredited specialists. Whether you are early in your clinical negligence career or an experienced litigator seeking greater autonomy, flexibility and development, the firm can offer a role shaped to your level.
You will manage your own caseload of clinical negligence matters from initial instruction through to settlement or litigation, depending on the level and complexity appropriate to your experience. You will work closely with medical experts, counsel and clients, progressing cases proactively and providing clear, empathetic advice.
More experienced candidates will also have opportunities to mentor junior colleagues, contribute to departmental strategy and help maintain high standards of service and performance.
- Managing a clinical negligence caseload independently, appropriate to experience
- Handling all aspects of litigation including drafting, negotiations and trial preparation
- Liaising with clients, medical experts and third parties professionally and compassionately
- Supporting junior team members and contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture
- Meeting performance and financial targets in line with departmental goals
- Ensuring accurate and timely recording of casework and documentation
- Supporting the Head of Department or Team Leader with service delivery and departmental objectives
- Qualified Solicitor or equivalent (applications welcomed from 1 year PQE to senior level)
- Experience managing your own clinical negligence files with strong outcomes
- Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and confident deadline management
- Commercially aware and comfortable working within a target-driven environment
- Proficient with case management systems and general IT
- Supportive and collaborative, with the ability to mentor others at senior level
- Senior candidates (8+ PQE or equivalent) should also demonstrate:
- Experience handling high-value, complex clinical negligence litigation
- Confidence in strategy, supervision and team development
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
- 35-hour working week
- 35 days' annual leave including bank holidays and Christmas closure
- Option to purchase up to 3 additional days' leave
- Enhanced holiday entitlement after 5, 7 and 9 years
- Hybrid and remote working options
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and IVF support
- Company sick payContributory pension scheme with salary sacrifice
- Life assurance
- Medicash health plan (dental, optical and routine medical)
- Monthly staff recognition awards and fully funded company social events
- Agile, supportive working culture
- Clear progression pathways, including Associate and Partner routes
- Access to ongoing training and professional development
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward-thinking clinical negligence team offering flexibility, a supportive culture and genuine long-term career progression. Whether you are developing your expertise or stepping into a senior, strategic role, this firm provides an environment where you can thrive.
Please apply via the link or contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
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