Overview
In this role you will manage a litigated claimant clinical negligence caseload within a supportive, collaborative team. You will run your own pre- and post-issue matters and help colleagues progress cases to resolution, while meeting SLA and KPI targets. The position offers flexible home-working, development opportunities, and a clear path to qualification within a reputable national firm. You will work closely with clients, experts and insurers to achieve the best outcomes, contributing to a culture of inclusion and high-quality service.
Pay / Benefits
- Excellent annual leave and welfare benefits
- Health cash plan and gym/lifestyle perks
- Work life balance and "dress for your day" policy
- Recognition and referral schemes
- Clear development pathways and routes to qualification
- Strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and sustainability
Responsibilities
- Manage a litigated claimant clinical negligence caseload
- Run your own pre- and post-issue clinical negligence claims
- Supervise junior colleagues under the direction of the Group Leader
- Utilise case management systems and adhere to SLAs and performance targets
- Achieve billing, time utilisation and telephony KPIs
- Participate in team training, marketing and departmental activities
- Collaborate within a friendly, professional group structure with clear support
Key requirements
- Qualified Solicitor, FCILEx or experienced case handler
- Experience managing a litigated claimant clinical negligence or serious PI caseload
- Strong knowledge of CPR and clinical negligence law
- Ability to deal sensitively with clients and professionals
- Experience with Legal Expense Insurance, publicly funded matters or CFAs (advantageous)
- Proactive case progression skills and ability to drive matters to successful resolution
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Confident use of IT systems and case management software
- Enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to achieving best outcomes for clients
- client-focused
- strong communication
- excellent organisation
- case management software
- IT systems proficiency
- legal practice management systems
Clinical Negligence Solicitor / CILEX - Bristol - Claimant employer: Chadwick Nott
As a leading international law firm based in Bristol, we pride ourselves on offering an exceptional work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Associate Directors in Financial Services Regulation benefit from exposure to high-quality, complex international work, alongside opportunities for career progression within a supportive team. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we ensure that all employees are valued and empowered to thrive in their roles.
