Clinical Negligence Solicitor – Leeds
A well-regarded, nationally recognised law firm is looking to appoint a Grade B Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join its established and growing team. This opportunity is ideally suited to an experienced Solicitor seeking high-quality work, greater flexibility and a genuinely supportive working environment.
The Opportunity
This role offers a high degree of flexibility. It can be undertaken fully remotely, with an expectation of circa two days per month in the firm’s northern office, or alternatively on a hybrid or office-based arrangement in Leeds, depending on your preference.
You will join a specialist clinical negligence team with a strong reputation for technical excellence and client care. The team handles a broad range of complex and sensitive matters, providing you with the opportunity to manage a varied and intellectually engaging caseload.
Working autonomously, you will take responsibility for progressing cases from instruction through to resolution, adopting a strategic and commercially aware approach. You will also collaborate with medical experts, counsel and colleagues to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients.
In addition to fee-earning responsibilities, you will play a key role within the wider team—supporting junior lawyers, contributing to knowledge sharing and maintaining high standards of service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
*Manage a caseload of clinical negligence claims from inception to conclusion
*Take a proactive and strategic approach to litigation and settlement
*Draft key legal documentation, including Letters of Claim and expert instructions
*Liaise effectively with clients, experts, counsel and other stakeholders
*Negotiate settlements and manage proceedings where required
*Support team performance objectives in collaboration with senior colleagues
*Mentor and assist in the development of junior team members
*Ensure accurate and compliant file management at all times
Requirements
*Qualified Solicitor with significant experience in clinical negligence (aligned to Grade B level)
*Demonstrable experience handling a varied caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters
*Strong drafting, analytical and communication skills
*Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
*Commercially aware, with a strategic approach to case handling
*Experience supporting or mentoring junior colleagues
*Confident using case management systems and Microsoft Office
The Offering
The firm is known for its progressive and people-focused culture, offering a working environment where flexibility, wellbeing and professional development are prioritised.
Key benefits include:
*Flexible working options – remote, hybrid, or office-based
*35-hour working week
*Performance-related bonus scheme
*35 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays and Christmas closure), with option to purchase more
*Additional leave for long service
*Pension scheme with salary sacrifice options
*Life assurance
*Healthcare cash plan (covering medical, dental and optical expenses)
*Enhanced parental leave and fertility support
*Company sick pay
*Ongoing training and career development opportunities
*Regular team events and recognition initiatives
Apply Now
This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm that combines high-quality clinical negligence work with genuine flexibility and long-term career development.
Please apply directly via the link or contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment.
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