Clinical Negligence Solicitor, Harrogate

Job details

Posted Monday 05 January 2026
Location Harrogate
Job type Permanent
Discipline Solicitor
Reference 382
Recruiter Name Jack Scarlott

Clinical Negligence Solicitor | NQ - 3 PQE | Harrogate | Competitive salary and benefits package |

Are you looking to build your clinical negligence practice within a respected healthcare-focused law firm?

I am working with a respected regional law firm based in Harrogate, renowned for its specialist legal advice across the health and social care sectors. The firm is known for handling a diverse range of clinical negligence matters, representing both claimant and defendant clients.

What’s in it for you

  • Join a well-established clinical negligence team with a national client base and strong sector reputation
  • Gain experience advising both claimants and defendants in complex clinical negligence cases
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Enjoy a supportive and collaborative working environment with clear progression opportunities

The Role
You will be an integral part of the clinical negligence team, managing a varied caseload that includes claimant and defendant work. Based primarily in Harrogate, you will have the opportunity to build expertise in clinical negligence claims, advising a wide range of clients including NHS trusts, healthcare professionals, and individual claimants.

Key Responsibilities

  • Handling clinical negligence cases from inception through to settlement or trial
  • Advising clients on risk management and liability issues
  • Managing complex correspondence, negotiations, and case documentation
  • Working closely with expert witnesses, medical professionals, and insurers
  • Collaborating with senior lawyers to provide strategic advice and excellent client service

About You

  • Qualified solicitor with up to 3 years PQE, ideally with experience or strong interest in clinical negligence
  • Comfortable working on both claimant and defendant sides of clinical negligence claims
  • Motivated to develop your expertise within a growing and dynamic healthcare-focused practice

If you’d like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Jack Scarlott on 0113 467 9782 for a confidential discussion.