Senior Legal Recruitment Consultant – Placing Clinical Negligence & Personal Injury talent into Top Tier law firms nationally

Clinical Negligence – Solicitor – Newcastle – Hybrid – up to £65,000

About the Job

An outstanding opportunity has arisen to join a prestigious Top 100 law firm with a national presence, based in Newcastle. As the Medical Negligence department expands, the firm seeks an experienced Solicitor/Lawyer to join their successful team.

In this role, you’ll manage a challenging caseload, handling cases from initial client instruction through to completion of fast and multi‑track cases. You will manage the entire process, including pre‑action investigation and litigation, working closely with clients to secure fair and just outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have experience in managing a complex caseload of Clinical Negligence claims and be familiar with all aspects of litigation.

The Candidate

• Clinical Negligence Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive (NQ – 8 years PQE)
• Experience of managing own caseload of Clinical Negligence claims
• Litigation experience is desirable and knowledge of the Damages Claims Portal (DCP)
• Prioritise and manage a varied caseload
• Excellent organisation and time‑management skills
• Excellent client care skills

The Benefits & How to Apply

• Salary – up to £65,000, dependent upon experience
• Highly competitive bonus scheme
• Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact Roya Ratcliffe – Retained Consultant – INDRR

Email: Roya.Ratcliffe@williamjamesrecruitment.com