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Location: Manchester (Eccles) Contract: Full-time Hybrid & Flexi-timeReports to: Head of PI Salary: up to 60,000+ bonuses, TOIL & benefitsAbout Optimal SolicitorsWere a PI-led firm with a 4.9 reputation (2,100+ client reviews). Our clinical/medical negligence enquiries are steadily increasing, andalongside an existing caseload and a dedicated fee earnerwere adding a solicitor to strengthen capacity. Youll join a lean, hands-on team where patients and families stay at the centre of every decision and where proportionality and outcomes matter.What youll doTriage new enquiries and make early go/no-go callsSet strategy on breach/causation/quantum; control disbursements (Precedent H, Part 36)Draft LoC, witness statements, Part 35 Qs; prepare bundles; brief CounselLead negotiations/telephone hearings/ADR; keep MI accurate and forecasting realisticCoach juniors where helpful; contribute to client-friendly content with MarketingWhat you bringSolid claimant Clin Neg experience running your own litigated filesForensic eye + commercial disciplineknow when to push value vs rein in spendExcellent drafting/negotiation; confident with expert management and cost controlCalm, empathetic communicator who builds trust and momentumHow we work (hybrid)In-office for induction/systems coaching; Team Days 12/month, flexible hours 08:0018:00 (core 10:0016:00).Why join usup to 60,000 + recognition bonuses, TOIL, regular socials31 days leave incl. bank holidays + birthday off (option to buy +5)Length-of-service awards, clear development pathsA values-driven team where client care and commercial discipline both matterBlend empathy with commercial discipline and help shape our growing Clin Neg offering. Send your CV - lets talk.Successful candidates are subject to security checks, including references and RTW (right to work in the UK).Please advise if you require any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process.