Medical Negligence Solicitor

Vertex Talent Solutions Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Liverpool legal firm is seeking an experienced Medical Negligence Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload and provide strategic advice. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years PQE in medical negligence, with strong client-facing skills and advocacy experience. This role offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and excellent career progression opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible pension schemes

Access to private medical care

Supportive environment prioritising mental health

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE, with at least 3 years' experience in medical negligence.
• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build lasting relationships.
• Experience with advocacy, mediation, and court representation.

Responsibilities

• Handling a varied caseload of medical negligence claims.
• Providing clear, empathetic, and strategic legal advice to clients.
• Representing clients at court hearings and mediations.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Advocacy experience

Strong organisational skills

Team-focused approach

Business development

Education

3+ years PQE in medical negligence

Job description

Overview

Medical Negligence Solicitor - Exciting Opportunity with a Leading Liverpool Legal 500 Law Firm. A highly regarded Liverpool-based law firm is looking for a Medical Negligence Solicitor to join their specialist team. This is a fantastic opportunity to handle a diverse and high-quality caseload while working within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Handling a varied caseload of medical negligence claims, including birth injuries, spinal injuries, fatal claims, inquests, and misdiagnosis cases
• Conducting thorough investigations and gathering evidence to support client claims
• Providing clear, empathetic, and strategic legal advice to clients and their families
• Drafting key legal documents such as witness statements, expert instructions, and court applications
• Representing clients at court hearings and mediations
• Working closely with senior colleagues on high-value and complex claims
• Playing an active role in business development and client relationship management

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years PQE, with at least 3 years' experience in medical negligence
• Ability to manage cases independently while keeping clients fully informed
• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build lasting relationships
• Experience with advocacy, mediation, and court representation
• A proactive and team-focused approach, with strong organisational skills
• A commercial mindset and interest in developing the firm's presence in the regional market

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave
• Flexible pension schemes and health membership, including access to private medical care
• A genuinely supportive environment that prioritises mental health and well-being
• Excellent career progression opportunities within a respected regional firm

This is a fantastic chance to join a growing, forward-thinking law firm in Liverpool and make a real impact in medical negligence law