Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor
Birmingham – £65,000 - £80,000
Run £500k+ clinical negligence cases, earn £80,000 + 14% bonus, and position yourself for Team Manager position within 12-24 months.A specialist claimant firm in Birmingham is growing its high-value team and is looking for an experienced Clinical Negligence Solicitor who wants proper ownership of complex, life-changing litigation.
You won't be assisting in the background. You'll run 500k+ clinical negligence claims involving birth injuries, cerebral palsy, brain damage and spinal injury matters, these are cases that genuinely shape your client's future.
Recent work has included a seven-figure birth injury settlement with lifelong care and accommodation elements, as well as a delayed diagnosis brain injury claim requiring multiple medical experts and detailed liability strategy. This is heavyweight, medically complex litigation where your judgement and negotiation skills really matter.
Why this role moves your career forward:
High value, complex work from start to finish
You'll own a £500k+ caseload, set strategy, manage experts and counsel, and drive litigation where required.
Clear progression, not vague promises
The firm is expanding its high-value, with a structured pathway to Team Manager as the department grows. You'll mentor junior solicitors now, building the leadership experience needed for that next step.
Proper Flexibility
Hybrid working (most people are typically one day in office, but you can come more or less), 35-hour week and 35 days' leave mean you can sustain long-term performance in demanding litigation.
What you'll bring:
- 8+ years'+ PQE in clinical negligence
- Strong experience in high-value or complex claims
- Confidence managing experts, drafting pleadings and negotiating settlements
- Experience supporting or mentoring junior colleagues
- Claimant background preferred, though strong defendant solicitors seeking a move will be considered
The package:
- £80,000 DOE
- Up to 14% annual bonus
- 35 days annual leave
- 8% pension
- Healthcare cash plan (dental & optical)
- Enhanced maternity, paternity & IVF support
- Generous sick pay
- Ongoing training with leadership development opportunities
If you want high-value litigation, visible progression to Team Manager, and a genuine leadership track, please get in touch
gareth@douglas-scott.co.uk
0121 272 7371
Gareth Hibbert is a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, having been with the company for over two years. On a personal note, he is looking to move house to something a bit bigger with a garage so he can tinker. After a busy day, Gareth doesn't get much time to unwind with a 2-year-old, but his unwinding comes during the tram journey home. He loves spending quality time with his family, as nothing beats that. If he weren't in recruitment, Gareth would likely pursue a career in microbiology, particularly focusing on soil, though he’s glad he’s not, as he thinks he might not handle all the excitement!
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Clinical Negligence
- Type: Solicitor / FILEX
- Salary: £65,000 - £80,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: Birmingham
- Reference: 1320465
