Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Job description

Job Title: Clinical Negligence Solicitor (3+ PQE)

Location: Manchester

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (1-hour lunch)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Opportunity

This established and successful law firm has been serving clients across the North West for decades, with eight offices located throughout the region. We are Lexcel accredited and proud of our reputation for delivering high-quality legal services with a personal approach.

They looking for an experienced Clinical Negligence Solicitor (minimum 3 years' PQE) to join their growing Clinical Negligence Department based in the Middleton office.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-established, highly respected law firm that combines the values of a traditional high street practice with a modern, forward-thinking approach. You'll join a supportive team where your expertise is valued, and your professional development is encouraged.

The Role

You will manage your own varied clinical negligence caseload, acting for clients in claims involving:

• NHS Trusts
• Private healthcare providers and consultants
• General Practitioners (GPs)

You will be responsible for providing expert legal advice, guiding clients through the litigation process, and delivering the high standard of client care that Russell & Russell is known for.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• A minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience (PQE) in Clinical Negligence
• Strong litigation experience
• Experience managing a varied caseload independently
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively
• Excellent IT and keyboard skills
• Great attention to detail
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a busy team

Experience using the Proclaim Case Management System would be advantageous but is not essential.

Benefits

We offer an excellent benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary
• Company pension scheme
• Attendance bonus
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional annual leave through our long-service accrual scheme
• Birthday day off
• Life insurance (2 x annual salary)
• Long service awards
• Northern Rail discount scheme
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Quarterly fruit baskets
• Employee referral schemes
• Staff introduction bonus (£500 for successful referrals)
• Discounted legal services (Conveyancing, Family Law and Wills & Probate)
• Monthly staff raffle with cash prizes
• Dress-down day supporting local charities
• Annual Christmas party and social events
• Charity fundraising initiatives

Learning & Development

We are committed to helping our people grow and develop through:

• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Internal workshops
• Compliance webinars
• Continuous professional development

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Clinical Negligence Solicitor looking to join a respected, supportive, and ambitious law firm where you can continue to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-08-2026

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