Job Description
Senior Associate – Clinical Negligence
Location: Manchester
An award-winning national law firm is looking for an experienced Senior Associate to join its leading Clinical Negligence team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside nationally recognised lawyers and advise on some of the most complex and high-profile claims in the healthcare sector.
You will play a key role in defending clinical negligence claims on behalf of NHS Resolution, independent healthcare providers, and other healthcare bodies. The department is a cornerstone of the firm’s Health sector, consistently ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers.
Role Overview
As a Senior Associate, you will manage your own caseload of high-value and complex clinical negligence claims, supervise junior colleagues, and contribute to the wider strategic objectives of the team. This position also offers opportunities to engage in inquest and healthcare advisory work.
Key Responsibilities
1. Managing a broad and challenging caseload of defendant clinical negligence claims, including complex and high-value matters.
2. Acting on behalf of NHS Resolution and other healthcare clients.
3. Supervising and mentoring junior solicitors and legal professionals.
4. Delegating work appr...