Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Job details

Posted Friday 02 January 2026
Salary £48,000-£70,000
Location Newcastle
Job type Permanent
Discipline Solicitor
Reference 1207
Recruiter Name Nadine Ali

Clinical Negligence Solicitor | Newcastle | 3+ Years PQE | Flexible Working |

A highly ranked Legal 500 firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor to join their highly respected Medical Negligence team in Newcastle. Within this role you will work closely with a leading partner known for their work in high-value, complex clinical negligence matters, including catastrophic injuries, birth and gynaecological claims, cancer misdiagnosis and spinal and brain injuries.

As a Clinical Negligence Solicitor, you will:

  • Manage your own caseload of litigated claimant clinical negligence matters.
  • Assist on high-value, complex cases across a range of medical disciplines.
  • Provide clear, compassionate, and accurate legal advice to clients.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to ensure seamless service delivery.
  • Build strong relationships with clients, experts, and counsel.

The ideal candidate:

  • Someone who combines technical strength with genuine care for clients.
  • 3+ years’ PQE in Clinical Negligence (Claimant experience preferred).
  • Comfortable running your own caseload, including litigated files.
  • Proven ability to provide empathetic, client-focused advice.
  • A team player who is also confident working independently.
  • Experience supporting on complex, high-value claims.

The benefits:

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with the option to buy/sell leave).
  • Flexible working with hybrid arrangements available.
  • Generous pension schemes.
  • Two paid volunteering days annually.
  • Westfield Health & Digital GP services.
  • Commitment to wellbeing, inclusion, and professional growth.
  • A culture recognised in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing 2024.

If you want to develop your Clinical Negligence career in Newcastle within a national firm, apply today! You can contact Nadine Ali at Sacco Mann for more information on the role.