130 Clinical Negligence jobs in the United Kingdom

Are you a Solicitor (2yrs+ PQE) with experience in Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims seeking a new role offering “Hybrid” working? 

Our client is a an established practice with 3 offices located along the Sussex coast.

You will be working closely alongside one of the south east’s leading injury lawyers dealing with complex claimant RTA, EL, PL claims as well as some Clinical Negligence matters which includes paraplegia, mesothelioma, complex regional pain syndrome, spinal injuries and head/brain injury cases. Any added experience with Holiday/Travel claims would be a bonus.

You will be handling a mixed caseload whilst playing an active role in expanding the existing department, candidates must be IT literate, have experience working with Case Management systems. Anyone with or working towards either the Law Society Personal Injury Panel, Clinical Negligence Panel or members of Headway would be an added advantage.

Generous salary and annual leave entitlement, Hybrid working and a host of other added staff benefits on offer.

Claimant Clinical Negligence Solicitor / Legal Executive
Location: Leeds City Centre | Full-Time | Flexible Working Options

We are looking to recruit an experienced Claimant Clinical Negligence Solicitor or Legal Executive with 2-6 years' PQE to join a specialist team in Leeds City Centre. This is an excellent opportunity to manage a caseload of multi-track clinical negligence claims while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will run a caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters, assisting clients through all stages of their claims, from initial instructions to case closure. Caseloads are assigned according to complexity, and support from paralegals and administrative staff is provided as necessary. Cases vary from high-value, complex matters to smaller, straightforward claims, and all are handled with a focus on excellent client care.

You will be responsible for:

• Managing your caseload efficiently and in line with office procedures.

• Taking instructions from clients and advising on their claims.

• Instructing counsel or other experts as required.

• Representing clients in court where appropriate, including advocacy.

• Preparing and maintaining accurate file documentation.

• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of clinical negligence law and best practice.

• Supporting team business development activities.

• Strong technical and analytical skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to clients.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including advocacy and drafting.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.

• Strong client service focus with empathy and professionalism.

• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Flexible, proactive, and solution-oriented approach.

• Proficiency in Windows, Word, MS Teams, and Excel.

• Knowledge of Solicitors' Code of Conduct.

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a current practising certificate or equivalent.

• APIL Litigator / Senior Litigator accreditation desirable, depending on experience.

• 2-6 years' post-qualification experience predominantly in claimant clinical negligence.

This role offers an opportunity to work in a specialist, high-performing team where professional development is encouraged and supported. You will be able to build on your technical skills while delivering exceptional client service and managing a challenging and varied caseload. If this role is of interest please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge for a confidential conversation

HarKaye are representing a highly regarded law firm who are seeking aClinical Negligence Solicitor to join their dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Newly Qualified Solicitor (or above) with a genuine passion for clinical negligence to take on a varied and rewarding caseload, working on matters of differing complexity and value across medical, dental, and wider clinical injury claims.
The Role
You will manage your own caseload of both pre-litigated and litigated files, including Fast Track and Multi-Track matters. The role requires strong technical expertise, excellent client care skills, and the ability to work effectively within a busy team environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Handling a varied caseload of Clinical Negligence files (pre-litigated and litigated).
• Applying a strong understanding of litigation, complex clinical negligence, and the Civil Procedure Rules.
• Drafting court documents and preparing cases for hearings.
• Demonstrating strong advocacy, fact-finding, and decision-making skills.
• Maintaining excellent client relationships and delivering high levels of service.
• Working to agreed targets and deadlines, ensuring both quality and efficiency.
• Operating in line with compliance standards and managing risk effectively.
• Building strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and external agencies.

About You

• NQ Solicitor (or above) with a genuine interest in Clinical Negligence.
• Strong technical knowledge of litigation and the CPR.
• Excellent drafting and advocacy skills.
• Commercially aware, proactive, and results-driven.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Experience using case management systems (ideally Proclaim).
• A team player with excellent client care skills and a commitment to delivering results.

The Package

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday holiday (after 1 year).
• Company pension scheme.
• Medicash Health Plan.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working available.
• Discretionary bonus structure.
• Ongoing training and support with genuine opportunities for internal progression.

If you are interested in this position, contact Isabel at HarKaye or Apply Now!

Come Make a Real Difference as a Clinical Negligence Solicitor (2-5 PQE, Reading, Hybrid)

Salary: Up to 65,000 Office: Reading (2 days/week) Working Style: Flexible hybrid

Why This Opportunity Could Be Your Next Best Move

Looking to step into a role that's more than just "work"? Here, you'll join a top-tier, entrepreneurial Clinical Negligence team, ranked consistently by Chambers and Legal 500 for its life-changing, high-value claimant work, especially in cerebral palsy, birth injury, and cauda equina cases.

You'll be more than a solicitor, you'll be a collaborator. Work closely with senior partners on complex claims, manage your own caseload (often valued at 50K+) and feel the support of a well-resourced, friendly team that genuinely values your contribution.

Who You Are

• 2-5 years PQE with solid experience in clinical negligence (candidates with more experience are also welcomed to apply).
• Comfortable running your own cases and collaborating on sophisticated matters.
• Proactive, methodical, and commercially aware, with interest in business development and quantum work a plus.
• A confident communicator - both written and verbal.

Perks That Really Stand Out

Beyond competitive salary, you'll enjoy a well-thought-out benefits package that's rare to find:

• Generous 25 days' holiday , plus the option to buy extra time off and enjoy an additional day on your birthday .
• Pension : employer matches up to 4%, with optional salary-sacrifice.
• Life Assurance : 5 your salary.
• Private medical cover , including a cash-back medical plan for physio, dental, optical, virtual GP access and more.
• Wellbeing hour every week to recharge.
• Charity time : 8 hours per year to support causes you care about
• Season ticket travel loan and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Bring your dog to work (if yours is friendly and well-behaved)
• Regular social events and access to a retail discount scheme

This is far from a faceless environment. You'll be in a team that's inclusive, supportive, and collaborative, where diverse ideas and perspectives are genuinely valued.

You'll be trusted to work autonomously, encouraged to share your insights and treated as a key contributor from day one.

Ready to Dive In?

If you're passionate about helping clients navigate deeply impactful legal challenges and you want to thrive in a supportive, flexible, and forward-thinking environment - this is the role for you.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Claimant Clinical Negligence Solicitor / Legal Executive
Location: Leeds City Centre | Full-Time | Flexible Working Options

We are looking to recruit an experienced Claimant Clinical Negligence Solicitor or Legal Executive with 2-6 years' PQE to join a specialist team in Leeds City Centre. This is an excellent opportunity to manage a caseload of multi-track clinical negligence claims while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will run a caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters, assisting clients through all stages of their claims, from initial instructions to case closure. Caseloads are assigned according to complexity, and support from paralegals and administrative staff is provided as necessary. Cases vary from high-value, complex matters to smaller, straightforward claims, and all are handled with a focus on excellent client care.

You will be responsible for:

• Managing your caseload efficiently and in line with office procedures.

• Taking instructions from clients and advising on their claims.

• Instructing counsel or other experts as required.

• Representing clients in court where appropriate, including advocacy.

• Preparing and maintaining accurate file documentation.

• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of clinical negligence law and best practice.

• Supporting team business development activities.

• Strong technical and analytical skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to clients.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including advocacy and drafting.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.

• Strong client service focus with empathy and professionalism.

• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Flexible, proactive, and solution-oriented approach.

• Proficiency in Windows, Word, MS Teams, and Excel.

• Knowledge of Solicitors' Code of Conduct.

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a current practising certificate or equivalent.

• APIL Litigator / Senior Litigator accreditation desirable, depending on experience.

• 2-6 years' post-qualification experience predominantly in claimant clinical negligence.

This role offers an opportunity to work in a specialist, high-performing team where professional development is encouraged and supported. You will be able to build on your technical skills while delivering exceptional client service and managing a challenging and varied caseload. If this role is of interest please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge for a confidential conversation

HarKaye are representing a highly regarded law firm who are seeking aClinical Negligence Solicitor to join their dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Newly Qualified Solicitor (or above) with a genuine passion for clinical negligence to take on a varied and rewarding caseload, working on matters of differing complexity and value across medical, dental, and wider clinical injury claims.
The Role
You will manage your own caseload of both pre-litigated and litigated files, including Fast Track and Multi-Track matters. The role requires strong technical expertise, excellent client care skills, and the ability to work effectively within a busy team environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Handling a varied caseload of Clinical Negligence files (pre-litigated and litigated).
• Applying a strong understanding of litigation, complex clinical negligence, and the Civil Procedure Rules.
• Drafting court documents and preparing cases for hearings.
• Demonstrating strong advocacy, fact-finding, and decision-making skills.
• Maintaining excellent client relationships and delivering high levels of service.
• Working to agreed targets and deadlines, ensuring both quality and efficiency.
• Operating in line with compliance standards and managing risk effectively.
• Building strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and external agencies.

About You

• NQ Solicitor (or above) with a genuine interest in Clinical Negligence.
• Strong technical knowledge of litigation and the CPR.
• Excellent drafting and advocacy skills.
• Commercially aware, proactive, and results-driven.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Experience using case management systems (ideally Proclaim).
• A team player with excellent client care skills and a commitment to delivering results.

The Package

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday holiday (after 1 year).
• Company pension scheme.
• Medicash Health Plan.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working available.
• Discretionary bonus structure.
• Ongoing training and support with genuine opportunities for internal progression.

If you are interested in this position, contact Isabel at HarKaye or Apply Now!

Come Make a Real Difference as a Clinical Negligence Solicitor (2-5 PQE, Reading, Hybrid)

Salary: Up to 65,000 Office: Reading (2 days/week) Working Style: Flexible hybrid

Why This Opportunity Could Be Your Next Best Move

Looking to step into a role that's more than just "work"? Here, you'll join a top-tier, entrepreneurial Clinical Negligence team, ranked consistently by Chambers and Legal 500 for its life-changing, high-value claimant work, especially in cerebral palsy, birth injury, and cauda equina cases.

You'll be more than a solicitor, you'll be a collaborator. Work closely with senior partners on complex claims, manage your own caseload (often valued at 50K+) and feel the support of a well-resourced, friendly team that genuinely values your contribution.

Who You Are

• 2-5 years PQE with solid experience in clinical negligence (candidates with more experience are also welcomed to apply).
• Comfortable running your own cases and collaborating on sophisticated matters.
• Proactive, methodical, and commercially aware, with interest in business development and quantum work a plus.
• A confident communicator - both written and verbal.

Perks That Really Stand Out

Beyond competitive salary, you'll enjoy a well-thought-out benefits package that's rare to find:

• Generous 25 days' holiday , plus the option to buy extra time off and enjoy an additional day on your birthday .
• Pension : employer matches up to 4%, with optional salary-sacrifice.
• Life Assurance : 5 your salary.
• Private medical cover , including a cash-back medical plan for physio, dental, optical, virtual GP access and more.
• Wellbeing hour every week to recharge.
• Charity time : 8 hours per year to support causes you care about
• Season ticket travel loan and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Bring your dog to work (if yours is friendly and well-behaved)
• Regular social events and access to a retail discount scheme

This is far from a faceless environment. You'll be in a team that's inclusive, supportive, and collaborative, where diverse ideas and perspectives are genuinely valued.

You'll be trusted to work autonomously, encouraged to share your insights and treated as a key contributor from day one.

Ready to Dive In?

If you're passionate about helping clients navigate deeply impactful legal challenges and you want to thrive in a supportive, flexible, and forward-thinking environment - this is the role for you.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.