Solicitor (or Equivalent) MLS in Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester

Clinical Negligence case auditor and support for Medical Law Services (MLS)

Location: Hybrid, Liverpool

Medical Law Services have a fantastic opportunity to join our growing Team. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening our clinical negligence case intake process, using their expertise to review case acceptance decisions made by our in-house nursing team. You will ensure that all appropriate leads are accurately assessed and accepted, with clear identification of allegations, consideration of limitation issues, and correct determination of defendants. This role is central to maintaining high standards of quality, consistency, and legal analysis at the earliest stages of a claim.

You’ll also provide ongoing legal support throughout the lifecycle of each case during the MLS process, alongside delivering training, guidance, and constructive feedback to both legal and nursing colleagues — helping to influence best practice and support continuous development across the business.

And the best part?

• No billing targets
• No negotiation pressures
• Just meaningful, early-stage legal work
• High-level analysis and real influence over quality and outcomes

This is a role for someone who wants to step away from volume-driven pressures and focus on doing great legal work — collaboratively, thoughtfully, and with purpose.

In return we can offer:

• Competitive salary
• Development through a driven L&D Department
• 35-hour working week
• Bonus scheme
• 35 days’ annual leave inc. bank holidays + Christmas closure
• Buy up to 3 extra holiday days
• Long-service holiday boosts (5th, 7th & 9th year)
• Pension with salary sacrifice
• Life assurance
• Medicash health plan
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies (inc Maternity, Paternity & IVF support)
• Agile, flexible working
• Packed calendar of funded social events
• Monthly voucher awards

Main Responsibilities for the role:

• To review and audit clinical negligence leads which have been vetted by the medical legal team (nurses)
• To identify on risk assessment and audit the relevant date of knowledge, record on Proclaim and record the reasons why the limitation period has been set to that date.
• Provide training, guidance and support to Medical Law Services and Fletchers lawyers as necessary.
• To provide legal guidance to the MLS Teams and where needed assist with case progression.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience of handling clinical negligence claims
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent case management skills
• Good knowledge of medical conditions and ability to identify appropriate case categories
• Precise and high-level attention to detail
• Analytical skills and a methodical approach
• Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work as a team member and remotely

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Experience of Proclaim or other software tools for example Adobe, Microsoft

We reserve the right to close this role before the date specified depending on the calibre and volume of candidates.

About Medical Law Services- MLS:

Our Medical Law Services (MLS) teams are at the forefront of delivering trusted, expert support to the personal injury and clinical negligence sector. We are committed to building lasting partnerships that help our clients navigate complex processes with confidence and ease. We strive to redefine industry standards, leveraging our expertise, integrity, and innovation to support and deliver real value to our clients by providing a service that drives financial and operational success.

Our workplace culture is inclusive, informal, and supportive, with a strong focus on colleague wellbeing and happiness. We are proud to offer some of the best hybrid and flexible working arrangements in the industry — because we understand that balance drives performance. We also value connection and collaboration. We create exciting opportunities for teams to come together and thrive. Whether you’re starting your career or aiming for leadership, you’ll find a clear path to progress and development here — from apprenticeships and professional qualifications to senior roles.

We reward those who help build our success and live our values. Our benefits package is designed to grow with you, offering real opportunities to share in our long-term strength. Our base pay and bonus structure is built to recognise and reward high performance.

Medical Law Services is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce, which is why we welcome applications from all diversity groups and backgrounds. We’re committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive. We understand and celebrate that no colleague is the same. We’re proud of our work on the Disability Confident scheme, and we are signing up to other diversity standards to reflect our ethos.

If you would like to know more, please visit our website MLS – Medical Law Services.