Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor
William James Recruitment - birkenhead, north west england
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About the JobClinical Negligence Senior Solicitor - Up to £85,000 + Bonus + Full BenefitsA rare opportunity has arisen to join a highly respected Legal 500 firm with a national reputation for excellence in Clinical Negligence and Healthcare Litigation.As part of its ongoing expansion, the firm is now seeking an experienced Senior Solicitor to join its well-established Clinical Negligence team in Liverpool. You’ll work closely with senior colleagues and partners on a varied and high-quality caseload of complex, defendant Clinical Negligence matters.The team advises and defends claims on behalf of leading healthcare providers, insurers, and medical defence organisations, often involving high-value and sensitive litigation. The role also offers excellent prospects for those keen to take on supervisory responsibility and further develop their technical and leadership skills.The CandidateQualified Solicitor with at least 5 years post-qualification experience Strong background in defendant Clinical Negligence workExperience handling complex claims, ideally involving NHS Resolution and MDO clientsConfident managing a caseload independently while also supporting junior team membersExcellent legal and procedural knowledge, with strong drafting and negotiation skillsCommercially aware and solutions-focusedEffective communicator with strong client care and stakeholder management skillsA collaborative team player with mentoring or supervision experience preferredThe Benefits & How to ApplySalary up to £80,000 depending on experienceBonus scheme and excellent benefits packageHybrid working and modern city centre office 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays – with the option to buy additional daysPrivate medical and dental insuranceEnhanced pension and life assuranceCycle to work scheme and discounted benefits platformAccess to a comprehensive learning and development programmeApply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.Contact Danielle Lawton Retained ConsultantDirect Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0737 602 8332
Created: 2025-08-02