Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Job description

Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Marks Tey, Essex | Hybrid Working | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

An award-winning, forward-thinking regional law firm is seeking a Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join its highly regarded Dispute Resolution team based in Marks Tey.

Recognised for its exceptional client service, collaborative culture and commitment to developing its people, the firm has built an outstanding reputation across Essex, Suffolk and the surrounding regions. With continued growth and investment in its specialist legal teams, this is an excellent opportunity to join a firm that genuinely values its employees and provides clear opportunities for career progression.

The Opportunity

You'll join a supportive and experienced clinical negligence team acting for claimants on a broad range of complex and sensitive matters. This is an excellent opportunity to manage your own caseload while working alongside experienced specialists on higher-value and more technically challenging claims.

The role offers exposure to a wide variety of cases including:

• Delayed or missed diagnoses
• Surgical negligence
• Birth and obstetric injury claims
• Fatal accident claims
• GP and hospital negligence
• Consent and treatment claims
• Complex, high-value clinical negligence litigation

You'll be responsible for managing claims from initial instruction through to settlement or trial, building strong client relationships and working closely with medical experts, counsel and other professionals throughout the litigation process.

About You

Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors or Chartered Legal Executives with experience handling claimant or defendant clinical negligence matters.

You'll ideally demonstrate:

• Experience managing your own clinical negligence caseload.
• Strong litigation and case management skills.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation abilities.
• A compassionate and client-focused approach.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A collaborative mindset and a genuine desire to contribute to a supportive team environment.

Candidates with experience in personal injury who are looking to specialise further in clinical negligence are also encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer?

This is an opportunity to join one of the region's most respected law firms, known for investing in its people and fostering a positive, inclusive working culture.

In return, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• High-quality, varied clinical negligence work.
• Genuine career progression and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Access to experienced mentors and recognised specialists.
• A firm with an excellent reputation for employee wellbeing, client care and community involvement.

If you're looking to develop your career within a highly respected regional practice that combines high-quality work with an excellent culture, we'd love to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Essex

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

06-08-2026

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