Solicitor - Medical Negligence

Irwin Mitchell LLP; Newcastle upon Tyne; Sur place; GBP 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

25 days holiday

Pension

Wellbeing support

Résumé du poste

Irwin Mitchell LLP is seeking a Solicitor to join the Newcastle team handling medical negligence cases. You will manage your own caseload from start to finish, while assisting senior colleagues on complex, high-value matters.

The role emphasizes practical problem-solving and client-focused advice to secure interim payments where possible. You will join a forward-thinking team that values collaboration, excellence and compassionate client service, with opportunities to develop further expertise

Qualifications

• 1yr PQE+ experience in Medical Negligence
• Ability to take instructions from clients and give sound legal advice
• Technical experience gained within medical negligence
• Demonstrable experience assisting seniors across high value complex cases
• Ability to manage own caseloads whilst maintaining exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to operate independently and work collaboratively as part of a team

Responsabilités

• Manage own caseload from start to finish.
• Assist senior colleagues with complex, high-value cases.
• Identify key issues and propose practical solutions for clients.
• Where possible secure interim payments to support rehabilitation, care packages and accommodation.

Connaissances

Medical Negligence

Client instructions

Caseload management

Independent working

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Description du poste

Your Role and What You'll Be Doing

You’ll join our Newcastle team, led by Partner 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.