Solicitor or Equivalent (Clinical Negligence Grade C - Leeds)

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Overview

Solicitor or Equivalent (Clinical Negligence Grade C - Leeds). Join Fletchers Group as a Grade C Solicitor (or equivalent) within the Clinical Negligence team. This position is located in Leeds with hybrid working (in-office and home-based as appropriate).

Responsibilities

  • Accountable for running an individual caseload in clinical negligence matters, from inception through to trial where applicable.
  • Provide support, guidance and assistance to the team to deliver outstanding service to clients.
  • Contribute to proactive and commercial case management and progression across the team.
  • Support the Team Leader/Head of Department in ensuring delivery of the team’s financial and performance KPIs.
  • Record time accurately and maintain thorough documentation of casework.
  • Discuss and agree case tactics and planning with the Team Leader/Head of Department and team members.
  • Identify and drive cases ready for LOC, settlement, and service within the team; ensure information is collected to progress cases.
  • Manage a caseload proactively and coordinate progression with internal and external parties.
  • Draft legal documentation including LOC and letters of instruction; negotiate settlements and manage proceedings as required; oversee team correspondence and documentation.
  • Advise and support the team on technical issues arising from cases, with guidance from the Team Leader/Head of Department.

Qualifications and Ideal Candidate

  • Recent experience handling a caseload in clinical negligence.
  • Newly Qualifed to 5 years PQE or equivalent experience in clinical negligence.
  • Excellent organisational, time management, communication and drafting skills.
  • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Proclaim and Excel; high attention to detail.
  • Strong commercial awareness within a legal environment; ability to coach and mentor junior team members.
  • Flexible and committed to achieving results and meeting deadlines; excellent client care skills.

Benefits

  • 35-hour working week
  • Bonus scheme (subject to targets)
  • 35 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays) with option to purchase up to 3 extra days per year
  • Pension with salary sacrifice option; Life Assurance; Medicash coverage
  • Company sick pay; Enhanced maternity, paternity and IVF schemes
  • Flexible, agile working environment and supportive culture
  • Funded training and ongoing professional development opportunities
  • Regular company social events; supportive and friendly environment

About Fletchers Group

Fletchers is a fast-growing law firm specializing in personal injury and clinical negligence, with recognition in The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. We offer hybrid and flexible working arrangements, a collaborative culture, and opportunities for progression from entry-level roles to senior positions and Partnerships. We are committed to inclusion and diversity and strive to provide a supportive environment for all colleagues.

Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Full-time

Job function

  • Legal

Industries

  • Legal Services

We reserve the right to close this role earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom

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Location:
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Salary:
£80,000 - £100,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Legal

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