Healthcare / Clinical Negligence Solicitor (NQ-4)

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance law firm seeks a Healthcare / Clinical Negligence Solicitor in Edinburgh with 0-4 years PQE. This role involves managing your own caseload of clinical negligence matters and requires strong advocacy skills. The firm offers hybrid working, competitive salary, and a diverse caseload.

Qualifications

• 0-4 years PQE in Clinical Negligence.
• Strong advocacy skills required.
• Experience handling high-volume clinical negligence cases is essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of clinical negligence matters from inception to conclusion.
• Provide expert legal advice on clinical negligence claims.
• Draft and negotiate case documents.

Skills

Medical Malpractice

Civil Litigation

Catastrophic Personal Injury

Education

Qualified Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Healthcare / Clinical Negligence Solicitor (NQ-4), Edinburgh

Client:

Hays

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Your new company
Our client is a global insurance law firm with offices across the UK. They are currently recruiting a Healthcare / Clinical Negligence Solicitor with 0-4 years PQE to join their Healthcare team in Edinburgh. The firm offers hybrid working and a competitive salary dependent on experience.
Your new role
This Healthcare / Clinical Negligence Solicitor role will see you handle your own caseload of clinical negligence matters from inception to conclusion on behalf of NHS Resolution. You will be expected to provide expert legal advice on clinical negligence claims, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating case documents.
What you'll need to succeed
You must be a qualified solicitor / chartered legal executive with ideally 0-4 years PQE. Applicants exceeding this level of experience are encouraged to apply. Individuals from claimant or defendant backgrounds will be considered. Previous experience handling your own high-volume clinical negligence caseload is essential. Strong advocacy skills and excellent drafting / negotiating ability are required.
What you'll get in return
This is a great opportunity for Clinical Negligence solicitors with claimant or defendant experience to join a leading firm. Expect a broad and challenging caseload, hybrid flexibility, and a competitive salary.
What you need to do now
If you're interested, click 'apply now' to send your updated CV or contact us at 0161 228 7770 for a confidential discussion. If this role isn't quite right, please contact us for other opportunities.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Medical Malpractice
• Civil Litigation
• Catastrophic Personal Injury

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