New Job Opening: Clinical Negligence Solicitor in York, UK

Job Description

Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Location: York 

Salary: £50,000 - £65,000

Experience required: 4+ PQE in Clinical Negligence

About the Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a specialist Clinical Negligence team at a well-established legal practice with offices in Hull and York.

This role focuses on complex, high-value serious injury and medical negligence claims, providing crucial help and support to individuals suffering life-changing injuries. You will handle the day-to-day management of a broad range of complex clinical negligence files from inception to settlement.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Case Management:
  
  
  • Managing a caseload of complex clinical negligence files from inception to settlement
  
  
  • Handling high-value serious injury and medical negligence claims
  
  
  • Providing expert legal advice to clients with life-changing injuries
  
  
  • Conducting thorough investigations and gathering medical evidence
  
  
  • Negotiating settlements and representing clients' interests
  
  


• Client Care:
  
  
  • Striving for excellence in client care at all times
  
  
  • Providing compassionate support to vulnerable clients
  
  
  • Maintaining clear and regular communication with clients
  
  
  • Managing client expectations throughout the claims process
  
  
  • Building strong, trusting relationships with clients and their families
  
  


• Technical Excellence:
  
  
  • Demonstrating sound technical knowledge of clinical negligence law
  
  
  • Keeping up to date with legal developments and case law
  
  
  • Preparing detailed case analyses and legal arguments
  
  
  • Working with medical experts and counsel
  
  
  • Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
  
  


• Team Development:
  
  
  • Developing and mentoring junior staff members
  
  
  • Sharing knowledge and expertise within the team
  
  
  • Contributing to team training and development initiatives
  
  
  • Supporting colleagues on complex matters
  
  


• Business Development:
  
  
  • Developing professional networks, both internally and externally
  
  
  • Building relationships with referral sources
  
  
  • Contributing to the growth of the clinical negligence practice
  
  
  • Identifying opportunities for cross-referrals
  
  

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Experience:
  
  
  • 4+ years PQE in Clinical Negligence
  
  
  • Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (England & Wales)
  
  
  • Proven experience handling complex clinical negligence cases
  
  
  • Experience managing files from inception to settlement
  
  
  • Track record of successful case outcomes
  
  


• Technically sound with strong legal knowledge


• Excellent client care skills


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Willingness to develop and mentor junior staff


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Strong organisational and time management skills


• Commitment to excellence and continuous improvement

Desirable:

• Ability to develop professional networks internally and externally


• Experience with high-value and complex claims


• Interest in business development


• AvMA panel membership or similar accreditation

Personal Attributes:

• Compassionate and empathetic approach to client care


• Strong attention to detail


• Resilient and able to handle sensitive matters


• Collaborative team player


• Professional and trustworthy

Benefits Package

Financial Rewards:

• Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 (dependent on experience)


• Competitive pension scheme


• Life assurance


• Income protection scheme

Professional Development:

• Autonomy in your role with support to develop and achieve career aspirations


• Opportunity to work on complex, high-value cases


• Support for professional qualifications and continuous development


• Mentoring and training opportunities


• Clear career progression pathway

Working Environment & Wellbeing:

• Hybrid working arrangements available


• Flexibility to work from Hull or York office


• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)


• Additional day off for your birthday


• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Wellbeing initiatives and support

Additional Benefits:

• Free on-site parking (Hull office)


• Subsidised gym membership


• Cycle to work scheme


• Season ticket loan


• Social events and team activities

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established legal practice with offices in Hull and York, holding an enviable reputation for high-quality clinical negligence and personal injury work. They are ranked in the Legal 500 directory and Chambers & Partners for their clinical negligence expertise.

The firm's 'one firm' culture enables all employees to feel part of a welcoming and inclusive environment, built on values of collaboration, quality, respect, trust, and innovation. They believe in teamwork and give employees autonomy in their roles, coupled with support to develop and achieve individual career aspirations.

Location & Working Arrangements

Based: York
Working Pattern: Full-time, Permanent
Hybrid Working: Available - days in the office can be worked at either location

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an experienced clinical negligence solicitor looking to join a highly regarded team where you can make a real difference to clients' lives whilst developing your career, we want to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact:

Lee Hawthorne-Finch
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0333 996 2882

Please include your current salary and salary expectations within your application.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.