Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Senior Solicitor / CILEX

• Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid
• Location: Bristol or Cardiff
• Salary: Competitive

Our client, a national law firm, is seeking a qualified Senior Solicitor / CILEX with solid claimant clinical negligence and proven litigation experience to join their Clinical Negligence Group. This role involves handling complex, high-value claims and supervising a small team.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage your own caseload of complex and technical clinical negligence claims.
• Supervise and mentor a team of case handlers, providing training and support under the direction of the group leader.
• Undertake case planning, risk assessment meetings, and weekly individual supervision sessions.
• Participate in team training and marketing activities.
• Maintain the group's case management procedures.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in clinical negligence law and procedures.
• Strong track record of litigation experience.
• Experience in supervising and guiding a team, with a focus on support, coaching, and encouragement.
• Excellent organisational skills and a pragmatic approach to managing claims.
• Proficient IT, communication, and leadership skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of CPR and the law relating to clinical negligence.
• Experience with Legal Expense Insurance, publicly funded, and conditional fee agreement arrangements is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Excellent annual leave and welfare benefits.
• Health cash plan and gym/lifestyle benefits.
• Work-life balance with a flexible dress code.
• People-focused recognition and referral schemes.
• Opportunities for development and routes to qualification.
• Commitment to diversity and sustainability.

Hybrid Working:

• This role offers hybrid working with the requirement to work 2 days a week in the office and 3 days from home.
• Candidates will need the infrastructure to work from home and will be provided with a company laptop.

Our client is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you encounter any barriers or need support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Talent Acquisition & Resourcing team.

To apply for this Senior Solicitor / CILEX position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.