Healthcare / Clinical Negligence Solicitor (NQ-4)

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance law firm is looking for a Healthcare / Clinical Negligence Solicitor with 0-4 years PQE in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The role involves managing a caseload of clinical negligence cases, offering a competitive salary and hybrid working. Ideal candidates will excel in advocacy and negotiation within a challenging legal environment.

Qualifications

• 0-4 years PQE as Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive.
• Experience in high-volume clinical negligence cases is essential.
• Strong advocacy, drafting, and negotiating skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Handle own caseload of clinical negligence matters from start to finish.
• Provide expert legal advice, draft, review, and negotiate case documents.

Skills

Medical Malpractice

Civil Litigation

Catastrophic Personal Injury

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Healthcare / Clinical Negligence Solicitor (NQ-4), Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client:

Hays

Location:

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, 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 Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The firm offers hybrid working and a competitive salary based on experience.

Your new role
You will handle your own caseload of clinical negligence matters from start to finish on behalf of NHS Resolution. Your responsibilities include providing expert legal advice, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating case documents.

What you'll need to succeed
You must be a qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive with 0-4 years PQE. Candidates with more experience are encouraged to apply. Experience handling high-volume clinical negligence cases is essential, along with strong advocacy, drafting, and negotiating skills.

What you'll get in return
This is an excellent opportunity for clinical negligence solicitors with claimant or defendant experience to join a leading firm. Expect a challenging caseload, flexible hybrid working, and a competitive salary.

What you need to do now
Interested? Click 'apply now' to submit your CV, or contact us at 0161 228 7770. If this role isn't suitable, contact us for a confidential career discussion.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Medical Malpractice
• Civil Litigation
• Catastrophic Personal Injury

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