Clinical Negligence Solicitor
Location:Leeds/Hybrid Working Available
Role Type:Grade C Solicitor or Equivalent
An award-winning national law firm is currently seeking a passionate and motivated Clinical Negligence Solicitor (NQ to 5 years PQE) to join its highly regarded Birth Injury Unit in Leeds.
This is a rare opportunity to work with one of the largest and most respected clinical negligence teams in the UK, known for its expertise in high-value birth injury claims.
Working alongside some of the most accredited professionals in the sector—including APIL, AvMA and Law Society Clinical Negligence Panel members—you will play a vital role in supporting the team on complex birth injury matters. This includes both pre- and post-litigation work under supervision, while developing your own caseload as your skills and experience grow.
This position offers an excellent pathway for newly qualified or early-career Solicitors who want to specialise in a deeply rewarding area of clinical negligence law.
Key Responsibilities:
Accountable for:
- Running and progressing a caseload of birth injury claims with supervision
- Supporting senior lawyers in managing high-value clinical negligence cases
- Delivering high-quality client service and working to team performance targets
- Accurate and timely recording of work and outcomes
Responsible for:
- Assisting in strategic case planning and legal research
- Drafting legal documents such as letters of claim, instructions to experts and statements
- Supporting negotiation and litigation processes, including issuing and serving proceedings
- Coordinating with internal teams and external experts to ensure smooth case progression
- Providing mentoring support to junior team members where appropriate
- Advising on technical case issues with guidance from senior colleagues
Requirements:
- Qualified Solicitor or equivalent (NQ – 5 years PQE) with recent clinical negligence experience
- Strong interest in or previous exposure to high-value birth injury claims
- Excellent time management, organisation and communication skills
- Solid drafting ability and attention to detail
- Confident using legal IT systems and Microsoft Office applications
- A commercial and client-focused approach to case handling
- Willingness to learn, collaborate and take on increasing responsibility
Salary & Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme
- 35-hour working week
- 35 days' annual leave including bank holidays and Christmas closure
- Option to purchase up to 3 additional days of holiday annually
- Enhanced holiday entitlement after 5, 7 and 9 years of service
- Company pension scheme with salary sacrifice
- Life assurance cover
- Medicash plan (covering optical, dental and other health expenses)
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and IVF leave schemes
- Flexible and hybrid working for strong work-life balance
- Funded social events and monthly staff recognition awards
- Clear pathways for progression including Associate and Partner routes
- Ongoing training and support within a collaborative team environment
This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join a growing, forward-thinking law firm that places real emphasis on professional development, client care and employee wellbeing.
To apply, please submit your CV or contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
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