A Top legal 500 law firm close to Chelmsford is looking to recruit a Solicitor or CILEX within its Clinical Negligence department with a minimum of 1 year PQE. Hybrid working, a great work‑life balance and excellent career progression are available.
About The Firm
My client is a highly regarded Legal500 law firm with a strong national reputation for clinical negligence and medical negligence claims. Their Clinical Negligence department is one of the leading teams in the country, offering expert legal representation in complex and high‑profile cases. Due to recent successes, my client is expanding the department and seeking a Medical/Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join their growing team.
The team deals with a wide range of matters including birth trauma cases, delays in diagnosis or misdiagnosis, surgical mistakes, fatalities, inquests, brain injury, spinal injury and amputation claims.
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of medical negligence claims, including inquests, psychiatric injury, fatal cases.
- Conduct legal research, case preparation, and client advocacy.
- Work closely with medical experts and counsel to develop case strategy.
- Support and represent clients at inquests and hearings.
- Provide clear, compassionate, and expert legal advice to clients.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and procedural requirements.
- Contribute to the growth and success of the Clinical Negligence department.
Essential Experience
- 1+ years PQE as a Medical Negligence Solicitor.
- Strong client care skills with a compassionate and empathetic approach.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent legal research, drafting, and advocacy skills.
- A genuine passion for access to justice.
Desirable Experience
- Experience working on high‑profile and complex medical negligence claims.
- Familiarity with alternative dispute resolution in medical/clinical negligence cases.
Benefits
- Competitive salary from £52,000 upwards.
- Excellent career development opportunities.
- Strong focus on training and professional growth.
- Modern offices with excellent IT facilities and support.
In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
