Posted: 1 June
The role
Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor - Nottingham - Up to £80,000
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor to join a specialist healthcare litigation team in Nottingham.
The Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor will act for major healthcare organisations and public sector bodies on complex, high-value defendant clinical negligence matters in Nottingham, managing their own caseload while working closely with senior lawyers and healthcare professionals.
The Role:
- Manage a caseload of defendant clinical negligence claims, including pre-litigated and litigated matters
- Act on behalf of healthcare organisations and public sector bodies
- Conduct detailed investigations to assess liability and quantum
- Draft key legal documents including pleadings, reports and correspondence
- Liaise with clients, claimants, counsel, experts and other stakeholders
- Maintain accurate case records, key dates and action plans
- Contribute to client development, networking and training initiatives
- Ensure compliance with client protocols, regulatory requirements and internal procedures
About You:
- Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in clinical negligence or healthcare litigation
- Experience handling defendant clinical negligence claims (claimant experience also considered)
- Strong knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and litigation processes
- Ability to manage a varied caseload of complex and high-value matters
- Strong analytical and investigative skills when reviewing medical evidence
- Excellent organisation and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
- Confident communicator with the ability to engage effectively with clients, counsel, experts and stakeholders
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Benefits:
- Competitive salary up to £80,000 depending on experience
- 28 days' annual leave + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Annual bonus scheme
- Private medical insurance options
- Life assurance 4x salary
- Pension scheme and financial wellbeing support
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work scheme
- Supportive and inclusive working culture
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone - there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant
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