William James Recruitment
Clinical Negligence Solicitor
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Clinical Negligence Solicitor - Newcastle - Up to £75,000 + benefits + bonus
This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable law firm in Newcastle city centre, with a strong reputation in both Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence. As the department continues to expand, they are looking to appoint an experienced Solicitor to play a key role within the team.
You'll be joining a supportive environment where you'll manage your own caseload while also working alongside Senior Solicitors on more complex matters, gaining exposure to high-quality and technically challenging work.
The Role:
- Manage your own caseload of Clinical Negligence claims (pre-litigation and litigated)
- Support Senior Solicitors on complex and high-value cases
- Investigate liability and review detailed medical records
- Instruct medical experts and obtain key evidence
- Draft Letters of Claim and other key legal documents
- Assess quantum and prepare Part 36 offers
- Work across the full litigation process in line with CPR and Pre-Action Protocols
- Deliver high standards of case progression and client care
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This is a strong opportunity to develop expertise in Clinical Negligence within a well-established and expanding team.
About You:
- Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
- Experience handling Clinical Negligence claims
- Strong knowledge of the Clinical Negligence Pre-Action Protocol
- Good understanding of CPR and litigation processes
- Confident managing KPIs and caseload targets
- Experience training or supporting junior colleagues (desirable)
- Strong organisation and time management skills
- Excellent communication and client care ability
- Able to work independently and within a team
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Benefits:
- Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
- Market leading bonus scheme
- 27 days' holiday + bank holidays
- Hybrid working
- Enhanced company pension
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Health cash plan
- Opportunity to join a growing Clinical Negligence team with strong progression
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone.
Contact Roya Ratcliffe Retained Consultant INDRR
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07376 640 524
Email: Roya.Ratcliffe@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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