Clinical Negligence Principal Associate

Our specialist Healthcare team covers all aspects of healthcare and related areas of law and practice, including child law, clinical negligence, clinical governance, consent to treatment, healthcare advisory and mental health. We provide a supportive, proactive service based on a deep understanding of NHS procedures and the social/political background of public healthcare. The team includes doctors and nurses among other health professionals, all with specialist medical knowledge in key areas.

We are seeking a highly motivated solicitor (or equivalent) with at least 5 years' PQE to manage complex and high value defendant clinical negligence claims, develop junior lawyers, and contribute to client-facing initiatives. The role offers excellent development opportunities, a flexible working culture, and the chance to work across all aspects of healthcare law.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a case load of litigated and pre-litigated clinical negligence cases
• Conduct investigations to repudiate and/or conclude claims
• Liaise with claimants and their solicitors, clients, counsel, and experts
• Obtain documents and instruct experts
• Contribute to business development and operational initiatives
• Complete management information procedures and adhere to client protocols
• Achieve financial and chargeable targets
• Ensure deadlines, quality measures, and key progress indicators are met
• Comply with relevant policies and procedures

About you

• Qualified solicitor with at least 5 years' PQE
• Genuine and demonstrable interest in the healthcare sector
• Knowledge of clinical negligence
• Excellent technical ability and knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules
• Strong communication, time management, and organisational skills
• Capacity to rigorously investigate and analyse evidence
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise, and work to strict deadlines
• Team player with the ability to work on own initiative

Qualified solicitor with at least 5 years' PQE and a genuine interest in the healthcare sector. You will have strong technical skills, a collaborative approach, and the ability to manage a complex caseload.

• Knowledge of clinical negligence and the Civil Procedure Rules
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Disciplined time management and organisational skills
• Capacity to rigorously investigate and analyse evidence
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise, and work to strict deadlines and targets
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Flexible and adaptable approach