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 based in Sheffield 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

About You:

• Qualified 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
• Able to work independently and collaboratively

Benefits:

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

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and 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.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Sheffield

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-05-2026

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