Clinical & Medical Negligence Solicitor (Claimant) – Manchester (Hybrid)
Confidential
Posted: February 18, 2026
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Quick Summary
Join our team of clinical/medical negligence solicitors in Manchester, where you'll work on high-profile cases and contribute to our existing caseload with a dedicated fee earner.
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Job Description
Location: Manchester (Eccles) · Contract: Full-time · Hybrid & Flexi-time
Reports to: Head of PI · Salary: up to £60,000+ bonuses, TOIL & benefits
About Optimal Solicitors
We’re a PI-led firm with a 4.9★ reputation (2,100+ client reviews). Our clinical/medical negligence enquiries are steadily increasing, and—alongside an existing caseload and a dedicated fee earner—we’re adding a solicitor to strengthen capacity. You’ll join a lean, hands-on team where patients and families stay at the centre of every decision and where proportionality and outcomes matter.
What you’ll do
Triage new enquiries and make early go/no-go calls
Set strategy on breach/causation/quantum; control disbursements (Precedent H, Part 36)
Draft LoC, witness statements, Part 35 Qs; prepare bundles; brief Counsel
Lead negotiations/telephone hearings/ADR; keep MI accurate and forecasting realistic
Coach juniors where helpful; contribute to client-friendly content with Marketing
What you bring
Solid claimant Clin Neg experience running your own litigated files
Forensic eye + commercial discipline—know when to push value vs rein in spend
Excellent drafting/negotiation; confident with expert management and cost control
Calm, empathetic communicator who builds trust and momentum
How we work (hybrid)
In-office for induction/systems coaching; Team Days 1–2/month, flexible hours 08:00–18:00 (core 10:00–16:00).
Why join us
up to £60,000 + recognition bonuses, TOIL, regular socials
31 days’ leave incl. bank holidays + birthday off (option to buy +5)
Length-of-service awards, clear development paths
A values-driven team where client care and commercial discipline both matter
Blend empathy with commercial discipline and help shape our growing Clin Neg offering. Send your CV - let’s talk.
Successful candidates are subject to security checks, including references and RTW (right to work in the UK).
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