Defendant Clinical Negligence Solicitor (Leeds) - Hybrid

Cape Clarke; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team culture

Structured development

High-quality healthcare work

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm seeks an experienced Defendant Clinical Negligence Solicitor / Associate for their Leeds office with hybrid working. The ideal candidate will manage their own caseload of clinical negligence matters and support broader healthcare work. Responsibilities include case management, document drafting, and collaboration with experts. The role offers a competitive salary up to £75,000 along with bonuses and benefits. Strong technical skills and experience in NHS cases are preferred.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with experience in defendant clinical negligence or healthcare litigation.
• Prior NHS-focused work is desirable.
• Ability to manage a technical caseload with a practical approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of defendant clinical negligence matters.
• Assess liability, causation and quantum, shaping case strategy.
• Draft key documents such as pleadings and formal correspondence.
• Attend hearings, conferences, and mediations as needed.
• Maintain strong file management and reporting discipline.

Skills

Experience in defendant clinical negligence

Strong drafting skills

Ability to manage a technical caseload

Good communication skills

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

A legal recruitment firm seeks an experienced Defendant Clinical Negligence Solicitor / Associate for their Leeds office with hybrid working. The ideal candidate will manage their own caseload of clinical negligence matters and support broader healthcare work. Responsibilities include case management, document drafting, and collaboration with experts. The role offers a competitive salary up to £75,000 along with bonuses and benefits. Strong technical skills and experience in NHS cases are preferred.