We are seeking a talented Clinical Negligence Solicitor (2+ years PQE) to join our specialist legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with developing expertise in clinical negligence to handle a rewarding caseload, provide high-quality legal advice, and progress their career within a supportive and dynamic environment.
This permanent role offers a competitive salary and an attractive staff benefits package, including flexible and hybrid working options.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage a varied caseload of claimant clinical negligence claims under supervision, including matters relating to misdiagnosis, surgical errors, and delayed treatment.
* Provide clear, timely, and empathetic advice to clients, explaining legal processes and options in a client-friendly manner.
* Assist senior solicitors with complex, high-value claims, including case preparation, document drafting, and instructing medical experts.
* Draft and prepare pleadings, witness statements, and settlement documents.
* Engage in settlement negotiations and support representation at court and mediation.
* Maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring they are regularly updated and supported throughout the claims process.
* Stay up to date with relevant case law and developments in clinical negligence.
* Ensure all case handling complies with professional, regulatory, and procedural standards.
Requirements and Attributes
* 2+ years PQE with experience in clinical negligence or strong litigation/personal injury background with a desire to specialise in this area.
* Solid understanding of civil procedure and claims processes.
* Strong drafting and research skills, with keen attention to detail.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients, colleagues, and experts.
* Ability to manage a busy caseload while working to deadlines.
* Empathy and client-focused approach, with sensitivity in dealing with vulnerable or distressed clients.
* Team player, with willingness to learn and develop under supervision.
* Motivation to progress career and contribute to the growth of the department.
How to Apply:
Please send your full CV and current salary details to Director and Practice Manager: No Agencies, please.Top of Form
Staff Benefits
Staff Members at Pearson Solicitors and Financial Advisers can enjoy the following benefits:
* 29 days holiday per annum including Christmas and birthday day off plus all statutory Bank Holidays
* Flexible working
* Enhanced Sick allowance
* Death in service benefit
* Auto-enrolment pension scheme
* Annual discretionary firm bonus scheme
* Birthday day off
* Discounted legal fees for staff and family members
* Medical Benefits
* Free eye tests
* Great staff events
* Annual Senior Staff Dinner
* Great training and development
* A chance to work with our charities
* Christmas shutdown
* Dress down Fridays
* Car parking permit (where applicable)
* Company Mobile telephone (where applicable)
* Payment of professional subscriptions and memberships
* Mental health and wellbeing – Access to a free employee 24/7 helpline facility