Clinical Negligence Solicitor / Fee EarnerAbout the Opportunity

An award-winning regional law firm is seeking an experienced Clinical Negligence Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Fee Earner to join its highly regarded Claimant Clinical Negligence team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm recognised for its client-focused approach, collaborative culture, and commitment to employee development. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters while working alongside experienced specialists in a supportive and inclusive environment.

The firm places a strong emphasis on professional development, wellbeing, and long-term career progression, making this an ideal opportunity for an ambitious lawyer looking to further their specialist expertise.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing a varied claimant clinical negligence caseload from instruction through to conclusion, ensuring clients receive exceptional service throughout the litigation process.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing your own caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters of varying complexity and value
• Conducting legal research and preparing correspondence, pleadings, witness statements, and other legal documentation
• Advising clients throughout the lifecycle of their claim and managing expectations effectively
• Liaising with Counsel, medical experts, courts, and other third parties
• Attending client meetings, conferences, and hearings where required
• Managing limitation dates, procedural deadlines, and litigation timetables
• Maintaining accurate file records and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Supporting risk management and file audit processes
• Collaborating with colleagues and contributing to a positive team environment
• Sharing knowledge and supporting junior team members where appropriate

Candidate Profile

Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors, Chartered Legal Executives, or experienced Fee Earners who can demonstrate:

• Ideally 2-6 years' PQE or equivalent experience in claimant clinical negligence
• Proven experience managing your own clinical negligence caseload
• Strong technical knowledge of clinical negligence litigation
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong drafting and communication abilities
• High levels of empathy and professionalism when dealing with sensitive matters
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to compliance standards
• Experience using legal case management systems
• A genuine passion for claimant clinical negligence work and achieving positive client outcomes

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance / death in service benefit
• Healthcare and wellbeing support
• Employee assistance programme
• Referral incentive scheme
• Regular social and networking events
• Comprehensive internal training and development programmes
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment