Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Your new company
A highly regarded, specialist claimant law firm with a strong national reputation is looking to appoint a Senior Associate to join its expanding Clinical Negligence team. The firm is known for its client-centric approach and expertise in complex, high-value medical negligence claims, offering a collaborative and progressive working environment.
Your new role
You will take a senior position within a well-established clinical negligence team, managing a caseload of complex, high-value claimant matters while supporting the wider growth of the department.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing a caseload of multi-track clinical negligence claims from inception through to settlement or trial
- Handling complex matters including birth injury, brain injury, surgical error and delayed diagnosis claims
- Drafting detailed pleadings, witness statements and schedules of loss
- Instructing and liaising with medical experts and counsel
- Conducting liability and quantum investigations
- Negotiating settlements in high-value cases
- Supporting and mentoring junior fee earners
- Contributing to business development activity and maintaining strong client relationships
What you'll need to succeed
- Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (typically 6+ PQE, although applications from experienced candidates outside this range are welcomed)
- Proven experience in claimant clinical negligence work
- Strong technical ability across complex, high-value claims
- Experience managing files independently and supervising junior staff
- Excellent communication and client care skills
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities
- A proactive and commercially aware approach
What you'll get in return
- Opportunity to join a growing, specialist claimant team with high-quality work
- Competitive salary and bonus
- Supportive and collaborative culture with clear progression routes
- Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
- Comprehensive benefits package
What you need to do now
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