Head of Personal Injury & Medical Negligence - Salisbury - 4+

Head of Personal Injury & Medical Negligence - Salisbury - 4+ Years PQE
Location: Salisbury (office based, hybrid, or fully remote considered)
Type of Role: Full-time or Part-time
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £55,000 - £75,000 (dependent on experience)

A well established regional law firm is seeking an experienced Personal Injury & Medical Negligence Solicitor (4+ PQE) to lead its specialist three lawyer team. This senior role offers the opportunity to shape and develop a busy department within a supportive and flexible working environment. Fully remote working is available for the right candidate.

The Role
You will head a dedicated Personal Injury and Medical Negligence team, managing your own caseload while providing leadership and strategic direction. The work includes:

• Running a varied caseload of high street personal injury matters
• Handling a smaller number of medical negligence cases
• Working alongside a part time solicitor specialising in clinical negligence
• Ensuring high standards of client care, compliance and risk management
• Delegating effectively and supporting junior colleagues
• Contributing to the growth and development of the department
• Incorporating wider litigation work where relevant and appropriate
• All work is sourced directly, with no involvement from claims management companies.

Candidate Requirements
The ideal candidate will:

• Have a minimum of 4 years' PQE in personal injury and medical negligence
• Ideally have experience supervising or managing a team
• Demonstrate strong technical ability and sound judgment
• Be confident working independently in a fast paced environment
• Show excellent client care and communication skills
• Have a proven track record of strong billing
• Be an enthusiastic team player with strong people skills
• Be adaptable, organised and proactive

Both full time and part time applicants are welcome.

Working Arrangements

• Office based or hybrid preferred
• Fully remote working considered
• The existing team is based in Salisbury

Benefits

• Supportive and friendly working culture
• Opportunity to lead and shape a specialist department

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

Olivia Reed
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

*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.*