Clinical Negligence Solicitor / FCILEx – Bristol
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Hybrid: 1-2 days office / remainder home working
Full-Time or Part-Time

Excellent opportunity for a Solicitor, FCILEx or experienced clinical negligence fee earner to join a well-established Clinical Negligence team within a respected national law firm. Recognised within the Legal 500 for its claimant work, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services.

Working exclusively on claimant clinical negligence matters, you will manage your own varied caseload of litigated claims, including complex and high-value cases from inception through to conclusion. This is a hands-on role within a supportive team structure, offering the opportunity to work alongside experienced specialists while enjoying a high degree of autonomy.

The role offers flexibility, with a mixture of home and office-based working.

Duties Include:

• Managing your own caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters, including litigated cases
• Handling complex and high-value claims both pre- and post-issue
• Working closely with clients, counsel, medical experts, insurers and other stakeholders
• Progressing matters efficiently in line with procedural requirements and service standards
• Supporting and supervising colleagues where appropriate under the guidance of the Group Leader

Candidate Requirements
This is a busy and rewarding role suited to an organised and proactive clinical negligence specialist who is passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes for clients.

You will bring:

• Qualified Solicitor, FCILEx or equivalent claimant clinical negligence experience
• Proven experience managing a litigated clinical negligence caseload
• Strong knowledge of CPR and clinical negligence litigation procedures
• Ability to confidently handle complex and sensitive client matters
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• A pragmatic and proactive approach to progressing claims
• Good IT skills and experience working within a case management environment

Experience of Legal Expenses Insurance, publicly funded matters or CFA arrangements would be advantageous.

Why Join?

You'll be joining a successful national law firm with a longstanding reputation in claimant litigation and a collaborative, people-focused culture. The team handles high-quality work, offers excellent support and encourages ongoing professional development in a flexible working environment.

Benefits include:

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Generous annual leave and wellbeing support
• Health cash plan and lifestyle benefits
• Recognition and referral schemes
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities
• Friendly and supportive team environment

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk