Solicitor (or Equivalent) MLS

Fletchers Solicitors; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm is seeking a Solicitor to join its Medical Law Services team in Manchester. The successful candidate will handle clinical negligence claims, provide legal guidance, and work within a supportive hybrid environment. Essential qualifications include excellent attention to detail and case management skills. The role offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits including a bonus scheme and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

35 days holiday

Pension scheme

Life Assurance Policy

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• Experience of handling clinical negligence claims.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical negligence leads.
• Accept cases meeting acceptance criteria.
• Provide training and support to teams.

Skills

Handling clinical negligence claims

Attention to detail

Case management skills

Knowledge of medical conditions

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Proclaim

Adobe

Microsoft

Job description

Solicitor (or Equivalent) MLS

Salary : DOE

Location : Southport / Manchester / Liverpool / Leeds / Hybrid

Department : RA1 legal support team, Medical Law Services (MLS)

Location : Hybrid, Southport, Manchester, Liverpool or Leeds offices.

Medical Law Services have a fantastic opportunity to join our growing Team.

The successful candidate will play a key role in undertaking assessments of clinical negligence leads conducted by our medical legal acceptance team with a view to identifying cases where there are sufficient prospects to proceed. In addition, they will provide legal guidance where needed to the Medical Law Services Teams.

In return we can offer

• Competitive salary
• 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 9thfull 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

• To review clinical negligence leads reviewed by the medical legal team and SIDSS.
• To accept at RA1 any cases which satisfy the ‘acceptance criteria’ as set out in the firm’s policy document.
• To identify on risk assessment the relevant date of knowledge, record on Proclaim and record the reasons why the limitation period has been set to that date.
• Provide training, guidance and support to Medical Law Services and Fletchers lawyers as necessary.
• To support systems teams with the development of the SIDSS system.
• To provide legal guidance to the MLS Teams and where needed assist with case progression.

The above list is not exhaustive of any other tasks, which may be required.

The ideal candidate will have

• Experience of handling clinical negligence claims
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent case management skills
• Good knowledge of medical conditions and ability to identify appropriate case categories
• To have precise and high-level attention to detail
• Analytical skills and a methodical approach
• Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work as a team member and remotely

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Experience of Proclaim or other software tools for example Adobe, Microsoft

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

About Medical Law Services- MLS

Our Medical Law Services (MLS) teams are at the forefront of delivering trusted, expert support to the personal injury and clinical negligence sector. We are committed to building lasting partnerships that help our clients navigate complex processes with confidence and ease.

We strive to redefine industry standards, leveraging our expertise, integrity, and innovation to support and deliver real value to our clients by providing a service that drives financial and operational success.

Our workplace culture is inclusive, informal, and supportive, with a strong focus on colleague wellbeing and happiness. We are proud to offer some of the best hybrid and flexible working arrangements in the industry — because we understand that balance drives performance.

We also value connection and collaboration. We create exciting opportunities for teams to come together and thrive. Whether you’re starting your career or aiming for leadership, you’ll find a clear path to progress and development here — from apprenticeships and professional qualifications to senior roles.

We reward those who help build our success and live our values. Our benefits package is designed to grow with you, offering real opportunities to share in our long‑term strength. Our base pay and bonus structure is built to recognise and reward high performance.

Medical Law Services 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. We understand and celebrate 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.

• Location : Southport / Manchester / Liverpool / Leeds / Hybrid
• Salary : DOE
• Department : MLS
• Closing Date : Fri, 28 Nov 2025