Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Clinical Negligence Solicitor – Birth Injury Unit (NQ – 5 Years PQE or Equivalent)Location:Leeds/Hybrid Working AvailableRole Type:Grade C Solicitor or Equivalent

An award-winning national law firm is currently seeking a passionate and motivated Clinical Negligence Solicitor (NQ to 5 years PQE) to join its highly regarded Birth Injury Unit in Leeds.

This is a rare opportunity to work with one of the largest and most respected clinical negligence teams in the UK, known for its expertise in high-value birth injury claims.

Working alongside some of the most accredited professionals in the sector—including APIL, AvMA and Law Society Clinical Negligence Panel members—you will play a vital role in supporting the team on complex birth injury matters. This includes both pre- and post-litigation work under supervision, while developing your own caseload as your skills and experience grow.

This position offers an excellent pathway for newly qualified or early-career Solicitors who want to specialise in a deeply rewarding area of clinical negligence law.

Key Responsibilities:

Accountable for:

• Running and progressing a caseload of birth injury claims with supervision
• Supporting senior lawyers in managing high-value clinical negligence cases
• Delivering high-quality client service and working to team performance targets
• Accurate and timely recording of work and outcomes

Responsible for:

• Assisting in strategic case planning and legal research
• Drafting legal documents such as letters of claim, instructions to experts and statements
• Supporting negotiation and litigation processes, including issuing and serving proceedings
• Coordinating with internal teams and external experts to ensure smooth case progression
• Providing mentoring support to junior team members where appropriate
• Advising on technical case issues with guidance from senior colleagues

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor or equivalent (NQ – 5 years PQE) with recent clinical negligence experience
• Strong interest in or previous exposure to high-value birth injury claims
• Excellent time management, organisation and communication skills
• Solid drafting ability and attention to detail
• Confident using legal IT systems and Microsoft Office applications
• A commercial and client-focused approach to case handling
• Willingness to learn, collaborate and take on increasing responsibility

Salary & Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme
• 35-hour working week
• 35 days' annual leave including bank holidays and Christmas closure
• Option to purchase up to 3 additional days of holiday annually
• Enhanced holiday entitlement after 5, 7 and 9 years of service
• Company pension scheme with salary sacrifice
• Life assurance cover
• Medicash plan (covering optical, dental and other health expenses)
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and IVF leave schemes
• Flexible and hybrid working for strong work-life balance
• Funded social events and monthly staff recognition awards
• Clear pathways for progression including Associate and Partner routes
• Ongoing training and support within a collaborative team environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join a growing, forward-thinking law firm that places real emphasis on professional development, client care and employee wellbeing.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

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