Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Job description

Clinical Negligence Solicitor - Sheffield - Up to £80,000

This is a unique opportunity to join a nationally recognised Legal 500 law firm known for delivering specialist, high-quality legal advice to clients who have suffered life-changing injuries.

You'll manage your own smaller caseload while also supporting Senior Solicitors on complex and higher-value matters, giving you excellent exposure to quality work within a collaborative and well-regarded environment.

The Role:

• Manage your own caseload of Clinical Negligence files
• Support Senior Solicitors on complex pre-litigation and litigated claims
• Investigate liability and review medical records in detail
• Instruct medical experts and obtain evidence
• Draft Letters of Claim and other legal documents
• Assess quantum and prepare Part 36 offers
• Progress files in line with CPR and Pre-Action Protocol requirements
• Deliver excellent client care throughout the claims process
• This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to deepen their expertise within a supportive and expanding Clinical Negligence team

About You:

• Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• Experience handling a Clinical Negligence caseload
• Strong knowledge of the Clinical Negligence Pre-Action Protocol
• Good understanding of CPR and litigation procedure
• Experience working to KPIs and deadlines
• Experience training or supporting junior colleagues (desirable)
• Excellent organisation and time management skills
• Strong communication and client care ability
• Able to work independently and collaboratively

Benefits:

• Salary up to £80,000 depending on experience
• Market-leading bonus scheme
• 27 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• Enhanced company pension
• Ongoing training and development
• Health cash plan
• Strong long-term progression prospects

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone - there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0737 602 8332

Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Sheffield

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

08-05-2026

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