Clinical Negligence NQ Lawyer
Application Deadline: 26 June 2026
Department: Clinical Negligence
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Newcastle
Description
NQ-2 PQE and looking for the next step in your career? Join our Clinical Negligence team as a Lawyer, based in Newcastle!
More about the role...
The role will primarily involve managing your own clinical negligence caseload. While there may be opportunities to assist on existing matters, the focus will be on independently handling your own files from the outset, with appropriate support and supervision.
Our Clinical Negligence Lawyers manage a diverse caseload of matters, including claims arising from delayed diagnoses, surgical errors, birth injuries, and other complex medical issues, with appropriate supervision and support.
This position offers the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in the end‑to‑end management of clinical negligence cases. It requires a solid foundation in medical and legal principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to the progression of claims from initial instruction through to resolution.
You’ll work alongside experienced solicitors and senior fee earners, developing specialist expertise and deepening your understanding of clinical negligence law. As a valued team member, you’ll play a key role in achieving positive outcomes for clients and contributing to the team’s overall success.
Who we are looking for....
We are seeking qualified lawyers—ideally with 0–2 years’ PQE—who can demonstrate experience or a strong interest in clinical negligence work. Familiarity with the litigation process and an understanding of how to approach medical evidence and expert reports will be advantageous.
In addition to a proven ability to manage deadlines and progress cases efficiently, experience with electronic case management systems is desirable. As this role involves regular contact with clients who have often experienced traumatic medical events, a compassionate and empathetic approach is essential, along with a genuine commitment to client care.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their legal career, where your contribution to achieving justice for injured patients will be recognised, and you will receive the training and support needed to grow and develop within a specialist clinical negligence team.
What we offer you...
* Contributory pension scheme
* Permanent health insurance
* Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
* Life assurance
* 23 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays)
* 5 days additional leave over Christmas
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Cycle to work scheme
* Subsidised sports and social club
* Annual travel and parking loans
* Financial assistance for professional development
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