Trainee Solicitor - Clinical Negligence

Job description

RoleTrainee Solicitor - Clinical Negligence

ContractTwo year fixed term contract

SalaryDependant on experience

Office BaseWigan, WN3 5BA – hybrid/agile working after a period of training

Hours35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

Are you a law graduate looking for an exciting, new opportunity?

Are you a law graduate looking for an exciting, new opportunity?

Have you completed or are working towards LPC/SQE and looking for 2 years QWE in Clinical Negligence?

What about working for a well-respected, Sunday Times Best Place to Work and Investors in People Gold firm who genuinely cares about your career and development?

Yes? Then we have an opportunity for you!

The RoleYou will train and develop as a solicitor within our Clinical Negligence department, supporting experienced solicitors and gradually managing your own caseload under supervision. You'll work on complex and rewarding cases, assisting with client care, preparing legal documents, and contributing to the progression of claims efficiently and to a high professional standard.

This is a training position with the intention of offering the right person a qualified position within Clinical Negligence after this 2 year period.

Key Responsibilities

Advising and attending clients under supervision

Preparing funding documents and ensuring compliance with legal aid requirements

Requesting and reviewing medical records

Drafting instructions to experts and counsel

Arranging and attending conferences

Preparing letters of claim, witness statements, schedules of loss, and court applications

Preparing electronic bundles for hearings and trials

Ensuring compliance with client care requirements and internal case management processes

Completing delegated tasks within agreed timescales

Carrying out administrative duties where required

To find out more about the Clinical Negligence Team, please click here

About YouWe're looking for someone who is:

Highly adaptable and flexible

Able to work independently or collaboratively

Calm under pressure and confident when dealing with challenging matters

Committed, hard‐working and discreet

Approachable, patient and polite

Genuinely interested in clinical negligence

Essential

Law degree (2:1 or above)

Completed or working towards LPC/SQE

Maths and English GCSE (minimum C, 4 or equivalent)

Strong computer literacy

Good organisational and time‐management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

Previous experience in clinical negligence or personal injury

We also look for individuals who embody our brand values: approachable, flexible, inclusive, resilient, and supportive.

Why Stephenson'sStephensons is an award‐winning, top 150 law firm with a strong commitment to growth and development. We offer a supportive environment where you can thrive professionally while maintaining a healthy work‐life balance.

Why not click here to see why you should come and work for us and here's a brief insight from our Managing Partner, Sean Joyce, into what we're all about at Stephensons.

What Can We OfferClick here to view further details of our benefits package

Generous annual leave package (increases with service)

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Early monthly pay scheme

Life Assurance

Hybrid working

Holiday sale & purchase scheme*

Well‐being package (financial, physical & mental health support)

Free parking

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay*

Will writing service*

Season ticket & travel support

Payroll giving scheme

Social events & clubs

Reward & recognition schemes

Internal referral scheme

Retail vouchers/cashback schemes

Free eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Service length conditions apply

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wigan

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

27-04-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English