Location: Flexible across 8 offices in Lincolnshire and the Midlands
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:15pm (36.25 hours/week)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
About the Role
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate Clinical Negligence Solicitor (3–5 years PQE) to join a highly regarded and well-established legal team. Recognised in the Legal 500 for expertise in this field, the team is known for handling complex, high-value Multi-Track claimant cases involving:
- Serious birth injuries
- Brain and spinal injuries
- Delayed cancer diagnoses
- Surgical and hospital negligence claims
You will work closely with a highly experienced Partner while developing and managing your own caseload. This is a claimant-side role, ideal for someone who is confident, proactive, structured, and driven to deliver results with empathy and professionalism.
Why Work Here?
You’ll be part of a forward-thinking, dynamic organisation with a history dating back to 1856 and a strong presence across the Midlands. The firm values professional growth and work-life balance, offering a generous benefits package:
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Staff discounts on legal and wealth management services
- Income protection
- Life assurance (3x salary)
- Salary exchange pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality legal services to existing and new clients
- Manage a varied caseload of clinical negligence matters from start to finish
- Work confidently with Conditional Fee Agreements (CFAs), BTE and ATE insurance
- Navigate the Pre-Action Protocol and Civil Procedure Rules
- Liaise with experts and counsel, manage medical records, and oversee disclosure
- Engage in ADR and remain updated on fixed costs reform and relevant case law
- Support the department’s marketing and business development initiatives
- Meet agreed fee targets and performance objectives
- Maintain strict adherence to quality and risk procedures
- Monitor financial performance, billing, and cash flow
Person Specification
| Essential | Desirable |
|---|---|
| Qualified Solicitor (3–5 years PQE) | Existing client following |
| Experience in Clinical Negligence (claimant) | Experience with marketing or public speaking |
| Strong knowledge of CPR, Pre-Action Protocol, and funding structures | Experience using case management systems |
| Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication | Presentation skills and business development exposure |
| Strong organisational and planning ability | Familiarity with Money Laundering Regulations and Solicitors Accounts Rules |
| Empathetic, proactive, and client-focused | Demonstrable interest in contributing to departmental growth |