Job Description
Solicitor – Medical Negligence
Location: Manchester
Level: Grade B / Grade C (or equivalent experience)
About the Firm
Miller Grace Recruitment is working in partnership with a well-established and award-winning claimant law firm that has been committed to access to justice for over 25 years.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Grade B and Grade C qualified Solicitors (or equivalent) to join a growing Medical Negligence team.
This role offers the chance to manage your own caseload of medical negligence claims from start to finish, while working closely with clients, medical experts and Counsel to achieve the best possible outcomes. There is also scope to become involved in larger group actions and high-profile cases, working alongside highly experienced senior colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing a full caseload of medical negligence claims autonomously
* Working closely with clients, medical experts and Counsel throughout the lifecycle of a claim
* Analysing and interpreting complex medical evidence
* Ensuring compliance with the Pre-Action Protocol for Clinical Disputes and the CPR
* Delivering a high standard of client care with empathy and professionalism
* Opportunities to assist on complex, high-value and group action litigation
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
* A minimum of 2 years’ experience handling medical negligence matters
* A strong understanding of the Pre-Action Protocol for Clinical Disputes and Civil Procedure Rules
* Experience using case management systems (Proclaim preferred but not essential)
* A compassionate, client-focused approach
Desirable
* AvMA membership
* Law Society Clinical Negligence Panel membership
* APIL membership
What’s on Offer
This firm is known for investing in its people and offering a benefits package that genuinely reflects this commitment, including:
* Competitive salary with bonus scheme
* Generous holiday allowance, including additional leave for long service, a holiday purchase scheme and your birthday off
* Supportive, approachable and friendly hybrid working environment
* Ongoing professional development and structured training
* Comprehensive benefits package including pension, health cash plan, regular team events and long-service recognition
Please contact Grace Bolton at Miller Grace Recruitment for more information on this role or apply to be immediately considered.