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Head of Medical Negligence

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

Kingston upon Hull

Hybrid

GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking, employee-owned law firm as the Head of Clinical Negligence. In this pivotal role, you will lead a dynamic team, oversee high-value medical negligence cases, and shape the future of the department. With over a decade of experience in clinical negligence, you will bring strong leadership and technical skills to the table. This innovative firm offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and excellent benefits, ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment where your contributions will have a real impact. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Bonus
Health Benefits
Pension
Holidays
Flexible Working
Employee-Owned Firm

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of clinical negligence experience required.
  • Strong leadership and technical skills essential for the role.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the department’s strategy and oversee complex high-value cases.
  • Manage performance and support a growing team.

Skills

Clinical Negligence Experience
Leadership Skills
Technical Skills
Budget Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Head of Clinical Negligence – Hull | Hybrid
Lead a growing department at a nationally recognised, employee-owned law firm.

I am recruiting on behalf of a progressive and award winning firm based in Hull. The team is seeking a Clinical Negligence Solicitor (10+ PQE) to head up their Medical Negligence department.

The Role:

You will be leading the department’s strategy, overseeing complex high-value cases, managing performance, and supporting a growing team. You’ll work closely with national leadership and help shape the future of the practice.

What You’ll Need:
  1. 10+ years’ clinical negligence experience
  2. Strong leadership and technical skills
  3. Eligible for Law Society/AvMA panel
  4. Experience managing budgets and supervising legal aid work
What’s on Offer:
  1. Competitive salary + bonus
  2. Hybrid/flexible working
  3. Excellent benefits (health, pension, holidays)
  4. Employee-owned, inclusive firm with real impact

Apply now or contact Francesca Turner 07451271834 confidentially to learn more.

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