Litigation Executive

Fletchers Solicitors Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the legal field is seeking passionate and skilled newly qualified solicitors or Chartered Legal Executives to join their dynamic Clinical Negligence department. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile cases, collaborating with a team renowned for their expertise and commitment to client care. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the legal sector while enjoying generous benefits and a culture of inclusivity.

Benefits

35 days holiday including bank holidays

Flexible working environment

Pension scheme

Life Assurance Policy

Cycle to Work Scheme

Medicash policy

Company sick pay

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity schemes

Qualifications

• Newly qualified solicitors or Chartered Legal Executives with experience in Clinical Negligence.
• Handling cases at all stages, including trial.

Responsibilities

• Join a leading Clinical Negligence department with a focus on high severity cases.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals to build a nationwide reputation.

Skills

Clinical Negligence Case Handling

Trial Experience

Legal Research

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Location

We are based in the North-West of the UK, with offices in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Bolton, and Southport, as well as an office in Cambridge. While we offer hybrid working, giving you the flexibility to work from home, you'll also have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues in the office when needed.

Our Clinical Negligence Department

We are one of the largest Clinical Negligence departments in the UK. We have over 200 team members building a nationwide reputation for dealing with all forms of clinical negligence, including the highest severity injuries caused by medical errors.

You would be joining passionate, experienced Clinical Negligence professionals, several of whom hold accreditations from APIL, AvMA, and the Law Society Clinical Negligence Panel.

What we are looking for

Newly qualified solicitors up to Grade A or Chartered Legal Executives (or equivalent experience) to join our successful and growing teams.

The ideal candidates would have

Experience handling Clinical Negligence cases at all stages, including trial.

Additional Benefits

• 35 days holiday per year, including bank holidays and Christmas closure. You also have the option to purchase up to 3 extra days annually, with additional days awarded after your 5th, 7th, and 9th full years of employment.
• Flexible, agile working environment promoting a positive work-life balance.
• Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice options.
• Life Assurance Policy.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Medicash policy offering counselling and claims back for dental, optical, and other medical expenses.
• Company sick pay.
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and IVF schemes.

About Fletchers Solicitors

Fletchers is a growing law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with excellent rankings in the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Following several acquisitions, we have transformed into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for further expansion. We pride ourselves on our culture and passion to help our clients.

Fletchers Group is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. We are proud to participate in the Disability Confident scheme and are committed to other diversity standards.

Locations

Southport, Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Hybrid

Department

Clinical Negligence

Job Title

Litigation Executive

Salary

DOE

City

Southport / Manchester / Leeds / Liverpool / Hybrid