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Clinical Negligence Solicitor
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Clinical Negligence Solicitor
Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor – Cardiff (Up to £80,000)
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor to join a specialist healthcare litigation team in Cardiff.
The Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor will represent major healthcare organisations and public sector bodies in complex, high-value defendant clinical negligence matters, managing their own caseload while collaborating with senior lawyers and healthcare professionals.
The Role
- Manage a caseload of defendant clinical negligence claims, including pre-litigated and litigated matters
- Act on behalf of healthcare organisations and public sector bodies
- Conduct detailed investigations to assess liability and quantum
- Draft key legal documents including pleadings, expert reports, and correspondence
- Liaise with clients, claimants, counsel, experts, and other stakeholders
- Maintain accurate case records, track critical key dates, and manage action plans
- Contribute to client development, networking, and training initiatives
- Ensure compliance with client protocols, regulatory requirements, and internal procedures
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About You
- Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in clinical negligence or healthcare litigation
- Experience handling defendant clinical negligence claims (claimant experience also considered)
- Strong understanding of Civil Procedure Rules and litigation processes
- Ability to manage a caseload of complex, high-value matters
- Strong investigative skills, particularly in reviewing medical evidence
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills with a commitment to meeting deadlines
- Confident communicator able to engage effectively with clients, counsel, experts, and stakeholders
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Benefits
- Competitive salary (up to £80,000 depending on experience)
- 28 days’ annual leave + bank holidays (with buy/sell flexibility)
- 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
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Contact: Danielle Lawton, Retained Consultant 📞 Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 📱 Mobile: 0737 602 8332 ✉️ Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com
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