(RETRAIN) Defendant Clinical Negligence Associate

Your new company

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious solicitor or chartered legal executive to join a highly regarded healthcare team at a leading firm. The firm will consider applications from associates with 0-6 years of PQE.

There is a retrain opportunity for talented defendant EL/PL solicitors or chartered legal executives with previous multi-track experience and a keen interest in defendant clinical negligence work.
This role offers a transition into high‑quality NHS related clinical negligence work while continuing to develop their technical and client‑facing skills.
Our client is recognised as one of the UK's most progressive and supportive employers, offering flexible working, a collaborative culture, and outstanding career development opportunities. There is a high level of home working available, dependent on previous experience.

Your new role

This Clinical Negligence Associate role will see you:

• Managing a caseload of EL/PL and clinical negligence files
• Drafting detailed reports for key healthcare clients
• Conducting witness interviews and preparing comprehensive witness statements
• Instructing medical experts and counsel
• Attending CMCs, interim hearings, mediations and trials
• Negotiating settlements and conducting conferences with counsel
• Supporting colleagues on higher‑value and complex claims
• Opportunities to undertake client secondments with NHS bodies
• Delivering client training, presentations and drafting articles
• Supervising and coaching junior team members

What you'll need to succeed

• NQ+ qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive (full litigation rights required)
• Defendant EL/PL experience (preferred)
• Clinical negligence exposure advantageous but retrain supported.
• Ability to work effectively independently and within a growing, hybrid team
• Strong appreciation of client protocols, KPIs and service expectations
• Excellent drafting, communication, and organisation skills
• High attention to detail and proactive, pragmatic approach
• Commitment to data security and professional standards
• Evidence of meeting hours/targets

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary and benefits
• High level of home working and strong work-life balance
• Inclusive, supportive working environment
• Highly-regarded team
• Structured training and clear development pathways
• Opportunity to make the career transition into defendant clinical negligence

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email or call us now on 0161 228 7770.

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