Locum Medical Negligence Solicitor

eNL Legal Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Devon is seeking a skilled Locum Solicitor experienced in medical negligence to manage a caseload of approximately 20 complex files. The role offers flexible working arrangements and strong admin support, requiring independent management of litigation aspects. Ideal candidates are qualified solicitors with clinical negligence law experience, available for a commitment of 3 to 5 days per week, starting mid-November 2025.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with experience in clinical negligence law.

Responsibilities

• Manage approximately 20 ongoing medical negligence files independently.
• Handle all aspects of litigation and pre-litigation.
• Support team with strong admin support and flexible working arrangements.

Job description

Locum Medical Negligence Solicitor

A respected and long-established law firm in Devon is seeking a skilled Locum Solicitor with experience in medical negligence to support their team on an interim basis.

The role involves taking over a caseload of approximately 20 ongoing medical negligence files. These matters are complex in nature and involve issues such as misdiagnosis, delayed treatment, surgical errors, negligent care, and fatal claims. Inquests, claims related to cosmetic surgery, and complaints against healthcare providers may also form part of the workload. You will be expected to manage files independently from start to finish, including all aspects of litigation and pre-litigation, depending on the stage of each matter.

While the department works largely with paper files, there is strong admin support available, including a legal secretary and trainee solicitor, so documents can be scanned in as needed to facilitate hybrid or remote working. The firm is open to applicants looking for a flexible working arrangement, whether part-time or full-time, with a minimum commitment of three days per week.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with solid experience in clinical negligence law.

Working Details

• Location: Devon
• Start Date: Mid-November 2025
• Duration: 3 to 6 months (covering permanent recruitment)
• Working Pattern: 3 to 5 days per week (flexible)
• Working Arrangement: Hybrid or remote working will be considered
• Rate: Competitive, depending on experience

Diversity and Inclusion

We value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

Note: eNL is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.