Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor - London - Up to £90,000 - REF 941201DL

A leading, well-established law firm with a strong reputation in healthcare litigation is looking to appoint a Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor to join its growing London team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor 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 in London.

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 5+ years' PQE
• Experience in clinical negligence or healthcare litigation
• Defendant experience preferred (claimant background considered)
• Strong understanding of CPR and litigation processes
• Confident handling 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
• Life assurance 4x salary
• Pension scheme and financial wellbeing support
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work scheme
• Supportive and inclusive working culture