Overview
Solicitor or Equivalent (Clinical Negligence Grade C - Northampton) role at 4COM (4Communication B.V). Location Northampton/Hybrid. If you are a newly qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with a sharp legal mind and a drive to make a real difference, this is your chance to join one of the region's most respected Clinical Negligence teams.
This role offers exposure to high-profile, life-changing cases and structured supervision, mentoring, and a supportive hybrid working model.
In Return Fletchers Offers
* 35 hours working week
* Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met)
* 35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, with option to purchase up to 3 extra days per year
* Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option
* Life Assurance Policy
* Medicash policy to cover some dental, optical and other medical expenses
* Company sick pay
* Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and IVF schemes
* Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance
* Varied calendar of funded company social events
* Monthly voucher awards for winning nominees
* A supportive and friendly culture with ongoing training and development opportunities
Main Responsibilities
* Accountable for running an individual caseload.
* Provide support, guidance, and assistance to the team to deliver outstanding service to clients.
* Contribute to proactive and commercial case management and progression across the team.
* Support the Team Leader/Head of Department in ensuring delivery of the team's financial and performance KPIs.
* Record time accurately and thoroughly.
* Discuss and agree case tactics and planning with the Team Leader/Head of Department and team members.
* Identify and drive cases ready for LOC, settlement, and service within the team.
* Collate relevant information to enable progression of cases.
* Manage a caseload in a proactive commercial manner and coordinate progression with internal and external parties.
* Draft legal documentation including LOC and letters of instruction; negotiate settlements and issue/serve proceedings if required; litigate claims as needed.
* Oversee documentation and correspondence produced by the team; advise on technical issues with support from leadership.
* Attend conferences with counsel, client meetings, and court outside standard hours when necessary.
* Participate in business development activities and contribute ideas and articles.
Essential Skills And Experience
* Recent experience of handling a caseload
* NQ to 5 years PQE or equivalent in Clinical Negligence
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* Excellent communication and drafting skills
* Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office, Proclaim, and Excel
* Excellent attention to detail
* Strong commercial awareness within a legal environment
* Ability to work well with junior team members, providing coaching and mentoring
* Flexible and willing to commit to achieving results and meeting deadlines
* Excellent client care skills
* Resilient with experience of managing challenging situations
* A full clean driving licence is desirable
About Fletchers Group
Fletchers is a fast-growing, dynamic law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with rankings in The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. We work across England with offices in multiple cities and offer hybrid and flexible working practices. We are committed to inclusion and a supportive culture.
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Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Internship
Job function
* Legal
* Industries
* Law Practice
Northampton, England, United Kingdom
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