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Clinical Negligence Solicitor
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Clinical Negligence Solicitor / Partner – National – Up to £120,000
A leading national Legal 500 law firm with a strong reputation in clinical negligence is looking to appoint a Clinical Negligence Solicitor / Partner to join its growing team. This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious senior solicitor to take a leading role within a highly regarded national healthcare practice handling complex, high-value clinical negligence matters.
The Clinical Negligence Solicitor / Partner will join a collaborative and specialist team advising NHS Resolution, NHS Trusts, healthcare providers and public sector organisations on a broad range of complex healthcare litigation matters. This role offers genuine strategic influence, client responsibility and long-term progression within a forward-thinking national practice.
The Role:
- Managing complex and high-value litigated and pre-litigated clinical negligence claims
- Advising NHS Resolution, NHS Trusts and healthcare sector clients on sensitive healthcare matters
- Leading investigations, liability assessments and litigation strategy
- Working closely with counsel, experts, clients and key stakeholders
- Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers within the healthcare team
- Leading and contributing to business development and client relationship initiatives
- Supporting operational strategy, financial performance and team growth
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The Candidate:
- Qualified Solicitor with at least 8 years PQE in healthcare or clinical negligence litigation
- Strong defendant clinical negligence experience, ideally with NHS Resolution work
- Excellent technical ability and strong knowledge of CPR and litigation procedure
- Proven experience managing complex, high-value healthcare litigation matters
- Strong leadership, mentoring and supervisory capabilities
- Commercially aware with experience in business development and client management
- Excellent communication, organisation and analytical skills
- Ambitious and driven, with a genuine interest in developing a long-term career
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The Benefits:
- Competitive basic salary up to £120,000 depending on experience
- Lucrative bonus structure
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Private healthcare cover
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Life assurance and enhanced family-friendly benefits
- Discounted Gym membership and cycle to work scheme
- Supportive, collaborative and high-performing working environment
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.
Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant
- Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140
- Mobile: 0737 602 8332
- Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.
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