Clinical Negligence Solicitor / Partner – National – Up to £120,000
A leading national Legal 500 law firm with a strong reputation in clinical negligence is looking to appoint a Clinical Negligence Solicitor / Partner to join its growing team. This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious senior solicitor to take a leading role within a highly regarded national healthcare practice handling complex, high-value clinical negligence matters.
The Clinical Negligence Solicitor / Partner will join a collaborative and specialist team advising NHS Resolution, NHS Trusts, healthcare providers and public sector organisations on a broad range of complex healthcare litigation matters. This role offers genuine strategic influence, client responsibility and long-term progression within a forward-thinking national practice.
The Role:
* Managing complex and high-value litigated and pre-litigated clinical negligence claims
* Advising NHS Resolution, NHS Trusts and healthcare sector clients on sensitive healthcare matters
* Leading investigations, liability assessments and litigation strategy
* Working closely with counsel, experts, clients and key stakeholders
* Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers within the healthcare team
* Leading and contributing to business development and client relationship initiatives
* Supporting operational strategy, financial performance and team growth
The Candidate:
* Qualified Solicitor with at least 8 years PQE in healthcare or clinical negligence litigation
* Strong defendant clinical negligence experience, ideally with NHS Resolution work
* Excellent technical ability and strong knowledge of CPR and litigation procedure
* Proven experience managing complex, high-value healthcare litigation matters
* Strong leadership, mentoring and supervisory capabilities
* Commercially aware with experience in business development and client management
* Excellent communication, organisation and analytical skills
* Ambitious and driven, with a genuine interest in developing a long-term career
The Benefits:
* Competitive basic salary up to £120,000 depending on experience
* Lucrative bonus structure
* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Private healthcare cover
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Life assurance and enhanced family-friendly benefits
* Discounted Gym membership and cycle to work scheme
* Supportive, collaborative and high-performing working environment
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