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In-House Advocate - Personal Injury & Medical Negligence

Lynx Employment Services Ltd
Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Sheffield, South Yorkshire S5 8DP

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for an in-house Advocate at a leading national law firm in England & Wales, offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits.
  • Candidates should be qualified Barristers or Solicitors with Higher Rights of Audience and have experience in Personal Injury and/or Medical Negligence advocacy.
  • The role involves delivering advocacy services, representing clients at hearings, and collaborating with case handlers to support client outcomes.
  • The firm promotes a supportive and inclusive culture, providing flexible working, generous leave, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
  • This opportunity is ideal for professionals looking to transition into a stable, in-house setting while continuing impactful advocacy work.

Location: England & Wales (Remote with travel for hearings)Salary: Competitive + Excellent BenefitsContract: Full-Time, Permanent

Join a National Law Firm That Puts People First

Our client is a leading national law firm with a strong local presence and a reputation for delivering expert legal services with compassion, care, and clarity. Their culture is defined by collaboration, inclusivity, and a deep commitment to both client service and employee wellbeing.

They are currently expanding their in-house Advocacy Team and seeking experienced Barristers or Solicitor Advocates with a background in Personal Injury and/or Medical Negligence. This is a rare opportunity to work on varied, meaningful cases within a supportive and forward-thinking legal environment.

The Role

As an in-house Advocate, you will:

  • Deliver high-quality advocacy services, both remotely and in person

  • Represent clients at interim and final hearings

  • Draft pleadings and provide legal opinions on complex matters

  • Collaborate with case handlers to support client outcomes

  • Help shape a growing in-house advocacy practice across England & Wales

About You We’re looking for professionals who are:

  • Qualified Barristers or Solicitors with Higher Rights of Audience (civil)

  • Experienced in Personal Injury and/or Medical Negligence advocacy (claimant or defendant side)

  • Skilled communicators with strong drafting, case analysis, and courtroom presence

  • Comfortable working independently while being an active team contributor

What’s on Offer

  • Flexible working to support work-life balance

  • 25 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays) with option to buy more

  • Generous pension scheme and Westfield Health membership

  • Access to a digital GP and mental health resources

  • Two paid volunteering days annually

  • Commitment to pro bono, sustainability, and inclusion

  • Supportive culture that encourages personal and professional growth

This is an exciting opportunity for those seeking to transition into a stable, collaborative in-house setting while continuing to do impactful advocacy work.

To ApplyFor a confidential discussion or to request further details, please get in touch. We welcome applications from across England & Wales.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.