Job title: Clinical Negligence Solicitor/Legal Executive
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Legal
Sub-Functional Expertise: Chartered Legal Executive Solicitor
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £70,000.00
Location: Leeds City Centre, UK
Job published: 2025-07-29
Job ID: 41769
Contact name: Lee Hawthorne-Finch
Contact email: lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Job Description

Clinical Negligence Solicitor/Legal Executive - Leeds City Centre £45,000 - £70,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

 

A prestigious Yorkshire law firm with 22 offices across the region is seeking a Clinical Negligence Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their award-winning clinical negligence team in Leeds City Centre.

 

This 100% employee-owned firm offers exceptional benefits including tax-free profit sharing, creating a unique working environment where every team member has a genuine stake in the firm's success.

 

The Team:

You'll be joining the YLA Clinical Negligence Team of the Year - a 16-strong team of high-calibre professionals who provide excellent training and supervision. This is a supportive, collaborative environment where your voice will be heard and professional development is actively encouraged.

 

The Role:

You'll be running a caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters, handling cases from initial instructions through to completion. All cases are multi-track, with caseloads typically under 40 cases at any time. The majority of work comes through recommendations, including both high-value complex cases and smaller straightforward claims.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Running a caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters

• Taking client instructions and providing appropriate advice

• Instructing counsel and experts where required

• Court representation and advocacy as appropriate

• Obtaining and preparing file documentation

• Business development activities

 

Essential Requirements:

• 2-6 years PQE experience in clinical negligence

• Current Practising Certificate or equivalent

• APIL Litigator/Senior Litigator accreditation (commensurate with experience)

• Strong client care skills with sensitive communication abilities

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines

• Passionate, technically competent, and commercially aware

 

What's On Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Tax-free profit sharing scheme (up to £3,600 annually)

• Comprehensive benefits package including private health insurance

• Holiday entitlement starting at 23 days, increasing to 31 days

• 5% employer pension contributions

• Professional development support

• Employee ownership benefits

 

This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award-winning team with a proven track record of recognising and rewarding outstanding individuals. Perfect for an experienced clinical negligence lawyer looking to develop their career in a supportive, employee-owned environment.

 

Apply online or contact Lee for more info via lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or 0333 996 2882