Clinical Negligence Solicitor
5 days ago
Cardiff
Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor - Cardiff - Up to £80,000 An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor to join a specialist healthcare litigation team in Cardiff. The Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor will act for major healthcare organisations and public sector bodies on complex, high-value defendant clinical negligence matters in Cardiff, managing their own caseload while working closely with senior lawyers and healthcare professionals. The Role: • Manage a caseload of defendant clinical negligence claims, including pre-litigated and litigated matters, • Act on behalf of healthcare organisations and public sector bodies, • Conduct detailed investigations to assess liability and quantum, • Draft key legal documents including pleadings, reports and correspondence, • Liaise with clients, claimants, counsel, experts and other stakeholders, • Maintain accurate case records, key dates and action plans, • Contribute to client development, networking and training initiatives, • Ensure compliance with client protocols, regulatory requirements and internal procedures About You: • Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in clinical negligence or healthcare litigation, • Experience handling defendant clinical negligence claims (claimant experience also considered), • Strong knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and litigation processes, • Ability to manage a varied caseload of complex and high-value matters, • Strong analytical and investigative skills when reviewing medical evidence, • Excellent organisation and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines, • Confident communicator with the ability to engage effectively with clients, counsel, experts and stakeholders, • Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment Benefits: • Competitive salary up to £80,000 depending on experience, • 28 days' annual leave + bank holidays (option to buy/sell), • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, • Annual bonus scheme, • Private medical insurance options, • Life assurance 4x salary, • Pension scheme and financial wellbeing support, • Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work scheme, • Supportive and inclusive working culture Apply 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 Consultant Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0737 602 8332 Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com More About William James Recruitment William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.