Solicitor - Medical Negligence

Irwin Mitchell LLP; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing support

Pension arrangements

Volunteering days

Job summary

Irwin Mitchell LLP in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks a Solicitor with a passion for medical negligence work to join our leading team in Newcastle. You will manage a caseload across complex, high-value claims against NHS and private providers, handling cases from start to finish with commercial and analytical insight.

The role offers opportunities to work on multi-track cases, supporting seniors and delivering practical, client-focused outcomes while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and

Qualifications

• 1yr PQE+ in Medical Negligence or equivalent experience.
• Ability to take instructions from clients and provide sound legal advice.
• Experience assisting seniors across high value complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload from start to finish.
• Assist senior team members on high value/multi-track cases.
• Propose practical solutions for clients and secure interim payments when possible.

Skills

Medical Negligence

Caseload management

Client instructions

Attention to detail

Job description

As one of the UK’s leading law firms, we’re here for the people and businesses who rely on us at life’s important moments - made possible by our colleagues who bring the expertise, judgement and care that makes the difference.

Our colleagues bring Irwin Mitchell to life every day, so it matters that you feel valued from the very first day and aretrusted with the responsibility, in the right culture, to do the best work of your careers. Everyone’s path here is different, but we share a desire to help our business make a real impact.

Where possible we will support our colleagues to work in a way that works for them, for us and most importantly our clients. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information.

The Team

We are looking for a Solicitor to join our leading Medical Negligence team, based in our Newcastle office.

As the UK’s leading clinical and medical negligence law firm, we are committed to making a positive difference to our clients’ lives. Our specialists support individuals and families following failures in medical care, helping them secure the answers, compensation, rehabilitation and wider support they need.

Our team has extensive experience across a broad range of complex medical negligence claims, including birth injuries, surgical errors, delayed diagnosis, mental health negligence and fatal claims.

Your Role and What You'll Be Doing

You’ll join our Newcastle team, led by Partner Samuel Hill. Sam leads one of the largest specialist claimant medical negligence teams in the North East and the team acts exclusively for patients in complex, high-value and sensitive claims against NHS and private healthcare providers.

You will have the opportunity to manage your own caseload while also assisting senior team members with more complex, high-value cases. You'll handle cases from start to finish, using your commercial and analytical skills to identify key issues and propose practical solutions for our clients. Whenever possible, you will aim to secure interim payments to facilitate rehabilitation, care packages, and suitable accommodation before claims are concluded.

Our team is dedicated to improving the quality of life for our clients and works on some truly complex cases. This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving, supportive, and highly experienced team.

About You

We're looking for a Solicitor who has a passion for medical negligence work and proven experience working on high value multi track cases. You will ideally have the following:

• 1yr PQE+ experience in Medical Negligence
• The ability to take instructions from clients and give sound legal advice;
• Demonstratable technical experience gained within medical negligence;
• Demonstrable experience assisting seniors across high value complex cases;
• The ability to manage own caseloads whilst maintaining exceptional attention to detail and seamless service;
• The ability to operate independently and work collaboratively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for our clients;

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking and supportive team that values compassion, excellence and impact.

Our Approach to Reward and Wellbeing

• 25 days' holiday as standard, rising to 28 days depending on role level, plus bank holidays and the option to purchase additional leave.
• Opportunities to share in our success through annual pay and bonus review processes for eligible colleagues.
• Health and wellbeing support, including Westfield Health and Digital GP access.
• Competitive pension arrangements to help you plan for the future.
• Two paid volunteering days every year to support causes that matter to you.
• Access to a range of colleague discounts and lifestyle benefits to support you both inside and outside of work.

We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you’re fully supported.

In 2026, Irwin Mitchell was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work guide and was the only law firm included in the 'Very Big' organisation category

Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim.

Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It’s made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono.

Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.