Associate Solicitor - Medical Negligence - Swansea - 0-2 Years PQE
Location: Swansea
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with some hybrid flexibility)
Salary: £37,000 to £45,000
A highly respected regional firm is seeking a Medical Negligence Associate Solicitor with 0-2 years' post qualification experience to join its specialist and well established Medical Negligence team in Swansea. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive, expert department, managing your own caseload while gaining exposure to complex, high value claims.
The Role
You'll be responsible for handling a varied caseload of medical negligence matters, including:
- Managing your own files under supervision
- Assisting senior colleagues on complex and high value claims
- Liaising with clients, experts, counsel and healthcare providers
- Drafting legal documents and preparing cases for settlement or litigation
- Providing clear, empathetic advice throughout the claims process
- Contributing to the continued growth and success of the team
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:
- 0-2 years PQE
- Experience in medical negligence, personal injury or litigation (through seats, roles or placements)
- Strong communication and client care skills
- Excellent drafting abilities and attention to detail
- Confidence managing competing priorities in a busy environment
- A proactive, organised and supportive approach
- Commitment to delivering exceptional client service
- Alignment with the firm's values: Sincere, Consistent, Accountable and Respectful
You will also demonstrate:
- Excellent administration and organisational skills
- Strong interpersonal abilities and relationship building skills
- High professional standards and a commitment to personal development
- Drive and ambition to progress within a specialist team
Benefits
The firm offers:
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- Private medical insurance and health cash plan
- Employer pension contribution of 4%
- Cycle to work scheme
- Internal training and career development opportunities
- A supportive, inclusive and diverse working environment
- Welsh language support and funded lessons for those wishing to learn
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
