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Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor (5+ PQE)
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- Manchester, Greater Manchester
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £60,000 - £80,000 Per Annum
Job Description
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
Very 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
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email or call us now on (phone number removed).
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
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
Very 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
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email or call us now on (phone number removed).
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)