Clinical Negligence Solicitor – Cardiff

Overview

In this role you will manage your own caseload of defendant clinical negligence matters, spanning litigated and pre-litigated work. You will handle healthcare-related issues including patient safety, consent, human rights, and mental health, contributing to a leading South Wales practice. You will work with a collaborative healthcare team to deliver high-quality, high-value matters. This is an opportunity to advance your career within a top-tier firm that values diversity and progression.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible, hybrid working options
• competitive salary & benefits package
• healthcare cover, pension & life insurance
• 28 days’ leave + bank holidays
• bonus scheme & career progression
• Employee Assistance Programme & wellbeing perks

Responsibilities

• Manage own defendant clinical negligence caseload (litigated and pre-litigated)
• Advise on healthcare matters including patient safety, consent, and related issues
• Apply CPR procedures and meet court deadlines
• Collaborate with the team and communicate effectively with colleagues and clients
• Support career progression and contribute to a high-performing department

Key requirements

• 3+ years PQE in clinical negligence or healthcare law
• NHS Resolution experience desired
• Strong understanding of CPR procedures
• Ability to manage deadlines and work independently
• Team player with excellent communication skills

• strong communication
• independence
• team collaboration
• clinical negligence / healthcare law
• defendant litigation
• CPR procedures

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