Clinical Negligence Solicitor - NQ - 2 Years PQE | Swansea
We are working with a leading regional law firm in its search for a Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join its highly regarded Medical Negligence team in Swansea. The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering expert legal advice with a client-focused approach and continues to invest in the growth and development of its specialist claimant practice.
This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor or someone with up to two years' PQE looking to establish or further develop a career in clinical negligence. You'll join a supportive and collaborative team, handling your own cases while gaining exposure to complex and high-value claims alongside experienced specialists.
The Role
As a Clinical Negligence Solicitor, you will work with clients who have suffered injury as a result of negligent medical treatment, providing compassionate and practical advice throughout the claims process.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing your own caseload of clinical negligence matters under appropriate supervision
- Assisting senior lawyers on complex and high-value claims
- Liaising with clients, medical experts, counsel and healthcare providers
- Preparing cases for settlement negotiations and court proceedings
- Drafting legal documents, witness statements and correspondence
- Building strong client relationships and delivering an exceptional client experience
The caseload is likely to include a range of claims involving delays in diagnosis, surgical errors, birth injuries, treatment failures, medication errors and other healthcare-related negligence matters.
Candidate Requirements
Applications are encouraged from solicitors with up to two years' post-qualification experience who can demonstrate a genuine interest in claimant clinical negligence work.
You will ideally have:
- Qualified Solicitor status in England & Wales
- Experience in clinical negligence, personal injury or litigation gained through a training contract, previous role or work placement
- Excellent client care and communication skills
- Strong drafting and analytical abilities
- Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
- The ability to prioritise a varied workload and manage competing deadlines
This role would suit a newly qualified solicitor with exposure to clinical negligence during training, an early-career clinical negligence lawyer seeking greater responsibility, or a personal injury solicitor looking to specialise in this area.
Why Join?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-regarded and growing clinical negligence team, offering high-quality work, strong mentoring and genuine opportunities for career development.
The successful candidate will benefit from a competitive salary and benefits package, ongoing training, and the chance to work alongside experienced specialists on a varied and rewarding caseload.
For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.
(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk
*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.*
