Clinical Negligence Solicitor/ Experienced Fee Earner
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Job Description
Clinical Negligence Solicitor (Grade B or Equivalent) Leeds/Hybrid
We are seeking an experienced Clinical Negligence Solicitor (Grade B or equivalent) to join our dynamic and growing team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work with a highly skilled legal team that includes professionals accredited by APIL AvMA and the Law Society Clinical Negligence Panel.
Salary:DOE
The Role:
As a Clinical Negligence Solicitor you will independently manage a caseload of clinical negligence matters ensuring a proactive client-focused and commercially aware approach. You will collaborate with experienced colleagues to deliver outstanding results and provide exceptional service to clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage an individual caseload of clinical negligence claims.
- Provide support and guidance to the team contributing to proactive case management and progression.
- Ensure effective time recording and case strategy planning with senior team members.
- Identify cases ready for Letter of Claim (LOC) settlement or service and drive them forward.
- Draft legal documentation including LOC and letters of instruction.
- Negotiate settlements and litigate claims as required.
- Oversee case documentation and correspondence ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Offer technical support to junior team members assisting in their development.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary (DOE)
- Hybrid working Leeds office with flexible remote options
- 35-hour working week
- Bonus scheme (subject to targets)
- 35 days holiday (including bank holidays & Christmas closure)
- Option to purchase up to 3 additional holiday days per year
- Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option
- Life assurance policy
- Medicash policy to cover dental optical and medical expenses
- Enhanced maternity paternity and IVF support schemes
- Company sick pay
- Flexible working environment promoting a positive work-life balance
- Regular company-funded social events
- Monthly voucher awards for performance recognition
The Ideal Candidate:
- 5 years PQE or equivalent experience handling clinical negligence cases
- Strong case management skills with the ability to handle complex claims
- Excellent communication drafting and negotiation skills
- Strong commercial awareness within a legal environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Proclaim and Excel
- Ability to mentor junior team members and contribute to their development
- A client-focused approach with outstanding client care skills
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and forward-thinking legal environment. If you are a dedicated legal professional looking to take the next step we would love to hear from you.
Apply today!
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
