Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Job description

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

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

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.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-07-2026

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