Defendant Clinical Negligence Solicitor | NQ+ | Manchester | Hybrid Working

One of the largest and most respected Clinical Negligence teams in the UK are seeking talented Clinical Negligence Solicitors to join their Manchester office, working on a stimulating and meaningful caseload of defendant clinical negligence matters.

You will be part of a specialist team handling complex and high-value clinical negligence claims on behalf of major healthcare bodies, insurers, and medical defence organisations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of defendant clinical negligence claims from inception through to resolution.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, responses, and counter schedules.
• Engage in negotiations, mediations, and settlement discussions.
• Act as a key day-to-day contact for clients, delivering clear, commercially focused advice.
• Ensure compliance with client protocols, internal procedures, and billing requirements.
• Support and mentor junior colleagues, contributing to team development.
• Participate in business development, training, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Produce written content for internal and external publications.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ+), with experience in defendant clinical negligence, or related areas such as claimant clinical negligence or personal injury.
• Strong technical ability with confidence handling complex legal issues.
• Commercially minded, with a practical and client-focused approach.
• Able to work independently while recognising when to seek guidance.
• A collaborative team player with an interest in monitoring others.
• Effective communicator with strong relationship-building skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

What’s on Offer

• Join a nationally recognised, award-winning team.
• Work on high-profile and meaningful cases within the healthcare sector.
• Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative culture.
• Access genuine career progression opportunities within a growing international practice.
• Benefit from flexible working options and a modern, progressive approach to work-life balance.

How to Apply

If you are interested in developing your career in Clinical Negligence within an excellent team in Manchester, apply now! You can contact Nadine Ali at Sacco Mann for further information on the role.