Solicitor or Equivalent (Clinical Negligence Grade B - Leeds)
Fletchers Group is seeking an experienced Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join our Leeds team. This hybrid position offers flexible work‑from‑home arrangements alongside on‑site collaboration.
In this role you will independently manage a variety of clinical negligence cases, providing proactive, commercial case management and working closely with senior leadership to deliver outstanding outcomes for clients.
In Return, Fletchers Offers
* 35 hours working week
* Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met)
* 35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure. Option to purchase up to 3 extra days' holiday per year, with long‑service award of 3 days after the 5th, 7th, and 9th full year of employment
* Pension scheme with tax‑efficient salary sacrifice option
* Life Assurance Policy
* Medicash policy to cover some dental, optical and other medical expenses
* Company sick pay
* Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and IVF schemes
* Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work‑life balance
* Varied calendar of funded company social events
* Monthly voucher awards for winning nominees
* A genuinely supportive and friendly culture
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Main Responsibilities
* Accountable for running an individual caseload
* Providing support, guidance and assistance to the team to deliver outstanding service to clients
* Contributing to proactive and commercial case management and progression across the team
* Supporting the Team Leader/Head of Department in ensuring the delivery of the team's financial and performance KPIs
* Effective and thorough time recording
Responsible For
* Discussing and agreeing case tactics and planning with the Team Leader/Head of Department and members of the team
* Identifying and driving cases which are ready for LOC, settlement, and service within the team
* Working with the team to ensure that relevant information is being collected and collated to enable the progression of the case
* Managing a caseload in a proactive commercial manner
* Co‑ordinating the progression of cases with all internal and external parties
* Drafting legal documentation including LOC and letters of instruction
* Negotiating settlement and issuing and serving proceedings if required
* Litigating claims as required
* Overseeing the documentation and correspondence produced by the team
* Advising the team on any technical issues arising from their cases with support from Team Leader/Head of Department
Ideal Candidate Will Have
* Recent experience of handling a case load
* 5 years+ PQE or equivalent experience working in Clinical Negligence
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* Excellent communication and drafting skills
* Excellent IT skills, especially in Microsoft Office, Proclaim and Excel
* Excellent attention to detail
* Strong commercial awareness within a legal environment
* Ability to work well with junior team members, providing coaching and mentoring
* Flexible and willing to commit to achieving results and meeting deadlines
* Excellent client care skills
About Fletchers Group
Fletchers is a fast‑growing, dynamic law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with outstanding rankings in both The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Following several strategic acquisitions, we’ve evolved into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for continued growth and innovation.
We aspire to be the best place to work in the legal sector. Our workplace culture is inclusive, informal, and supportive, with strong focus on colleague wellbeing and happiness. We value connection and collaboration, and offer exciting opportunities for teams to come together and thrive. Our benefits package is designed to grow with you, offering real opportunities to share in our long‑term strength.
Fletchers Group is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce: we welcome applications from any and all backgrounds. We’re committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive, understanding and celebrating that no colleague is the same.
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