Clinical Negligence Associate Solicitor

Clinical Negligence Associate - London

Salary up to £90,000 depending on experience; 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (option to buy/sell); Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

A leading, well established law firm with a strong reputation in healthcare litigation is looking to appoint a Clinical Negligence Associate / Senior Associate to join its growing London team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a specialist defendant healthcare litigation practice, acting for major healthcare providers, insurers and public sector organisations on a wide range of complex and high value clinical negligence matters.

The Role

• Managing litigated and pre litigated defendant clinical negligence claims
• Acting for healthcare organisations, insurers and public sector clients
• Investigating claims to assess liability and quantum
• Drafting pleadings, reports, witness statements and correspondence
• Instructing counsel and medical experts
• Attending hearings, CMCs, mediations and trials
• Negotiating settlements and supporting resolution strategy
• Liaising with clients, experts, counsel and other stakeholders
• Ensuring accurate case progression, deadlines and compliance
• Supporting business development, training and client initiatives
• Assisting with supervision and mentoring where appropriate

About You

• Qualified solicitor with up to 7 years' PQE
• Experience in clinical negligence or healthcare litigation
• Defendant experience preferred (claimant background considered)
• Strong understanding of CPR and litigation processes
• Confident handling of complex and high value cases
• Strong analytical skills, particularly with medical evidence
• Excellent organisation and time management
• Strong communicator with a professional client approach
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Salary up to £90,000 depending on experience
• 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Annual bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance options
• Pension scheme and financial wellbeing support
• Structured training and career development
• Clear progression within a growing healthcare litigation team
• Supportive and inclusive working culture