Solicitor (Grade A/B) – Clinical Negligence – Manchester Location: Manchester Hybrid working available – with the flexibility to work from home and collaborate in-office when needed. We offer hybrid and flexible working practices to balance remote work with in-office collaboration. Overview Join our leading Clinical Negligence team as a Solicitor (Grade A/B). We are seeking an experienced lawyer to handle complex cases with a high degree of autonomy, delivering proactive and commercially focused outcomes while maintaining strong client, medical expert, and stakeholder relationships. In Return Fletchers Offers

35 hours working week Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met) 35 days holiday per year including bank holidays and Christmas closure; option to purchase up to 3 extra days per year Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option Life Assurance Policy Medicash policy for dental, optical and other medical expenses Company sick pay Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and IVF schemes Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance Varied calendar of funded company social events Monthly voucher awards for winning nominees A supportive and friendly culture with ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Main Responsibilities

Accountable for providing support, guidance and assistance to the team to deliver outstanding service to customers Proactive and commercial case management and progression Supporting the Team Leader in ensuring the delivery of the team’s financial performance KPIs Effective and thorough time recording

Responsible For

Discussing and agreeing case tactics and planning with the Team Leader and team members Identifying cases ready for LOC, settlement and service within the team Co-ordinating the collection and collation of information to enable case progression Management of a caseload in a proactive commercial manner Co-ordinating progression of cases with internal and external parties Drafting of legal documentation including LOC and letters of instruction Negotiating settlement and issuing/serving proceedings as required Overseeing documentation and correspondence produced by the team Advising the team on technical issues arising from cases

Essential Skills And Experience

Recent experience of handling a caseload 8+ years PQE or equivalent experience in Clinical Negligence Excellent organisational and time management skills Excellent communication and drafting skills Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Proclaim and Excel Excellent attention to detail Strong commercial awareness within a legal environment Ability to work well with junior team members, providing coaching and mentoring Flexible and committed to achieving results and meeting deadlines Excellent client care skills

We reserve the right to close this role before the date specified depending on the calibre and volume of candidates. About Fletchers Group Fletchers is a fast-growing, dynamic law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with rankings in The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. We are committed to an inclusive culture and a strong focus on wellbeing and development. We offer hybrid and flexible working arrangements and a clear path to progression. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services

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