Solicitor

Fletchers Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm specializing in clinical negligence seeks a Solicitor (Grade B or equivalent) to join their team in Manchester. This role involves managing a varied caseload independently, ensuring a client-focused approach, and collaborating with colleagues to deliver outstanding legal services. Offering a dynamic environment, the position promises professional growth and exciting opportunities within a supportive culture.

Benefits

35 days holiday including bank holidays

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Life Assurance Policy

Medicash policy for medical expenses

Company sick pay

Flexible working environment

Funded company social events

Monthly voucher awards

Qualifications

• Recent experience of handling a caseload in Clinical Negligence.
• Ability to coach and mentor junior team members.
• Flexible and willing to commit to achieving results.

Responsibilities

• Running an individual caseload effectively.
• Providing support to ensure outstanding client service.
• Contributing to commercial case management.

Skills

Client Care Skills

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Communication

Attention to Detail

Commercial Awareness

Education

5 years PQE or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Proclaim

Job description

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Solicitor or Equivalent (Clinical Negligence Grade B)

Location: Manchester/Hybrid

Join Our Clinical Negligence Team as a Grade B Solicitor (or Equivalent)

At Fletchers, we are renowned for our commitment to excellence in clinical negligence law. We are looking for a talented Solicitor (Grade B or equivalent) to join our experienced and growing team, many of whom hold prestigious accreditations from APIL, AvMA, and the Law Society Clinical Negligence Panel.

In this role, you will independently manage a variety of clinical negligence cases, ensuring they are handled with a proactive, client-focused, and commercially aware approach. Collaboration will be key as you work alongside our skilled team to deliver outstanding results, using your legal expertise and dedication to provide exceptional service and support to our clients.

This is an exciting opportunity to further your career in a dynamic, supportive environment where your skills and contributions will make a real difference. If you’re ready to advance your expertise and grow with a firm that values excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

In return Fletchers can offer:

• 35 hours working week.
• Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met)
• 35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, you also have an option to purchase up to 3 extra days’ holiday per year, until you long service award the 3 days after your 5th, 7th, and 9th full year of employment
• Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option.
• Life Assurance Policy
• Medicash policy to cover some Dental, optical, and other medical expenses.
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and IVF schemes
• Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance
• Varied calendar of funded company social events (check out Fletchers Group on LinkedIn)
• Monthly voucher awards

Main Responsibilities for the role:

Accountable for:

• Running an individual caseload.
• Providing support, guidance, and assistance to the team to deliver outstanding service to clients.
• Contribute to proactive and commercial case management and progression across the team.
• Supporting the Team Leader/Head of Department in ensuring the delivery of the team’s financial and performance KPIs
• Effective and thorough time recording

Responsible for:

• Discussing and agreeing case tactics and planning with the Team Leader/Head of Department and members of the team
• Identifying and driving cases which are ready for LOC, settlement, and service within the team.
• Working with the team to ensure that relevant information is being collected and collated to enable the progression of the case.
• Management of a caseload in a proactive commercial manner
• Co-ordinating the progression of cases with all internal and external parties
• Drafting of legal documentation including LOC, letters of instruction
• Negotiating settlement and the issuing and service of proceedings should it be required.
• Litigation of claims as required.
• Overseeing the documentation and correspondence produced by the team.
• Advising the team on any technical issues arising from their cases with support from Team Leader/Head of Department.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Recent experience of handling a case load
• 5 years+ PQE or equivalent experience working in Clinical Negligence
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and drafting skills
• Excellent IT skills especially in respect of Microsoft Office packages, proclaim and excel.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong commercial awareness within a legal environment
• Ability to work well with junior team members, providing coaching and mentoring.
• Flexible and willing to commit to achieving results and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent Client Care Skills

About Fletchers Solicitors:

Fletchers is a growing law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with excellent rankings with both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Following several acquisitions, we have transformed into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for further expansion. Situated in the North-West of the UK, our offices are located in Manchester, Liverpool, Southport, Leeds, Bolton, and Cambridge. Many of our colleagues enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work arrangements. We offer a great work-life balance, attractive benefits, apprenticeship or training contract opportunities, and avenues for internal progression. Currently, approximately 10% of our colleagues participate in apprenticeships or training contracts, marking a milestone for us as we continue to improve our Learning & Development programs. Our culture is nurturing, designed to assist you in achieving your aspirations. Additionally, we have our Associate and Partner programs for senior lawyers and established the Fletchers Foundation to support those who have suffered injuries.

More information about us can be found on our website.

Fletchers Group is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce, which is why we welcome applications from all diversity groups and backgrounds. We’re committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive. Fletchers understand and celebrating that no colleague is the same. We’re proud of our work on the Disability Confident scheme, and we are signing up to other diversity standards to reflect our ethos.

We reserve the right to close this role before the date specified depending on the calibre and volume of candidates.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Legal

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  Legal Services

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