Location: Manchester (Eccles) · Contract: Full-time · Hybrid & Flexi-time Reports to: Head of PI · Salary: up to £60,000 bonuses, TOIL & benefits About Optimal Solicitors We’re a PI-led firm with a 4.9★ reputation (2,100 client reviews). Our clinical/medical negligence enquiries are steadily increasing, and—alongside an existing caseload and a dedicated fee earner—we’re adding a solicitor to strengthen capacity. You’ll join a lean, hands-on team where patients and families stay at the centre of every decision and where proportionality and outcomes matter. What you’ll do Triage new enquiries and make early go/no-go calls Set strategy on breach/causation/quantum; control disbursements (Precedent H, Part 36) Draft LoC, witness statements, Part 35 Qs; prepare bundles; brief Counsel Lead negotiations/telephone hearings/ADR; keep MI accurate and forecasting realistic Coach juniors where helpful; contribute to client-friendly content with Marketing What you bring Solid claimant Clin Neg experience running your own litigated files Forensic eye commercial discipline—know when to push value vs rein in spend Excellent drafting/negotiation; confident with expert management and cost control Calm, empathetic communicator who builds trust and momentum How we work (hybrid) In-office for induction/systems coaching; Team Days 1–2/month, flexible hours 08:00–18:00 (core 10:00–16:00). Why join us up to £60,000 recognition bonuses, TOIL, regular socials 31 days’ leave incl. bank holidays birthday off (option to buy 5) Length-of-service awards, clear development paths A values-driven team where client care and commercial discipline both matter Blend empathy with commercial discipline and help shape our growing Clin Neg offering. Send your CV - let’s talk. Successful candidates are subject to security checks, including references and RTW (right to work in the UK). Please advise if you require any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process.