Clinical Negligence Solicitor Manchester: High-Value Cases

William James Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days' holiday + bank holidays

Enhanced company pension

Health cash plan

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking a Clinical Negligence Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive in Manchester. You will manage your own caseload while supporting Senior Solicitors on complex claims, with exposure to pre-litigation and litigated matters, alongside detailed review of medical records and evidence gathering.

The role requires strong knowledge of the Pre-Action Protocol and CPR, and a proven ability to meet KPIs and deadlines while delivering excellent client care.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive qualification.
• Experience handling a Clinical Negligence caseload.
• Strong knowledge of the Clinical Negligence Pre-Action Protocol.
• Good understanding of CPR and litigation procedure.
• Experience working to KPIs and deadlines.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Strong communication and client care ability.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of Clinical Negligence files.
• Support Senior Solicitors on complex pre-litigation and litigated claims.
• Investigate liability and review medical records in detail.
• Instruct medical experts and obtain evidence.
• Draft Letters of Claim and other legal documents.
• Assess quantum and prepare Part 36 offers.
• Progress files in line with CPR and Pre-Action Protocol requirements.
• Deliver excellent client care throughout the claims process.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Time management

Client care

Education

Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

William James Recruitment is seeking a Clinical Negligence Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive in Manchester. You will manage your own caseload while supporting Senior Solicitors on complex claims, with exposure to pre-litigation and litigated matters, alongside detailed review of medical records and evidence gathering.

The role requires strong knowledge of the Pre-Action Protocol and CPR, and a proven ability to meet KPIs and deadlines while delivering excellent client care.