Job Description
The team
We are currently looking to add a talented Solicitor to our leading Medical Negligence team to be based in our London office.
As the leading clinical and medical negligence law firm in the UK, we know how to make a positive difference to our client’s lives. Our experienced medical negligence solicitors take the time to understand what clients are going through, helping them get the answers and compensation they deserve.
Our clinical negligence team has extensive experience in clinical negligence claims including but not limited to obstetric, neonatal, anaesthetic, neurosurgical, cardiac, oncology and psychiatric care.
You can read about our client stories here.
Your Role and What You'll Be Doing
You’ll be joining Lauren Hurney, a Partner in our London Medical Negligence team. She is known for her expertise in complex and high-value clinical negligence claims, particularly those involving serious neurological injury, birth injuries and adult and child brain / spinal injuries.
As a key member of the team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting clients through some of the most challenging times in their lives. You’ll be involved in:
Managing your own caseload, including litigated matters, with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes for clients.
Assisting senior colleagues on high-value and complex claims across a wide range of medical disciplines.
Delivering consistently accurate and compassionate legal advice, ensuring clients feel supported and informed throughout their journey.
Collaborating with colleagues across the firm to deliver a seamless and high-quality service.
About You
We’re looking for someone who combines technical excellence with genuine empathy:
1-4 years PQE in Clinical Negligence, with a strong background in Claimant work.
Proven experience managing your own caseload, including litigated claims.
The ability to take instructions from clients and give sound legal advice.
Demonstrable experience assisting seniors across high-value complex cases.
The ability to operate independently and work collaboratively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for our clients.
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking and supportive team that values compassion, excellence, and impact. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a thriving practice, we’d love to hear from you.
#LI-Hybrid
Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You
25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can ‘buy’ up to 35hrs of extra holiday too.
Generous and flexible pension schemes.
Volunteering days – Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid)
Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services.
We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you’re fully supported. This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements.
We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024!
Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim.
Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It’s made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono.
Additional Information
As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group’s on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group’s employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders.
We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties.
The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws.
Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
We are currently looking to add a talented Solicitor to our leading Medical Negligence team to be based in our London office.
As the leading clinical and medical negligence law firm in the UK, we know how to make a positive difference to our client’s lives. Our experienced medical negligence solicitors take the time to understand what clients are going through, helping them get the answers and compensation they deserve.
Our clinical negligence team has extensive experience in clinical negligence claims including but not limited to obstetric, neonatal, anaesthetic, neurosurgical, cardiac, oncology and psychiatric care.
You can read about our client stories here.
Your Role and What You'll Be Doing
You’ll be joining Lauren Hurney, a Partner in our London Medical Negligence team. She is known for her expertise in complex and high-value clinical negligence claims, particularly those involving serious neurological injury, birth injuries and adult and child brain / spinal injuries.
As a key member of the team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting clients through some of the most challenging times in their lives. You’ll be involved in:
Managing your own caseload, including litigated matters, with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes for clients.
Assisting senior colleagues on high-value and complex claims across a wide range of medical disciplines.
Delivering consistently accurate and compassionate legal advice, ensuring clients feel supported and informed throughout their journey.
Collaborating with colleagues across the firm to deliver a seamless and high-quality service.
About You
We’re looking for someone who combines technical excellence with genuine empathy:
1-4 years PQE in Clinical Negligence, with a strong background in Claimant work.
Proven experience managing your own caseload, including litigated claims.
The ability to take instructions from clients and give sound legal advice.
Demonstrable experience assisting seniors across high-value complex cases.
The ability to operate independently and work collaboratively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for our clients.
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking and supportive team that values compassion, excellence, and impact. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a thriving practice, we’d love to hear from you.
#LI-Hybrid
Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You
25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can ‘buy’ up to 35hrs of extra holiday too.
Generous and flexible pension schemes.
Volunteering days – Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid)
Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services.
We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you’re fully supported. This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements.
We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024!
Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim.
Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It’s made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono.
Additional Information
As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group’s on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group’s employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders.
We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties.
The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws.
Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Medical Negligence 1-4 years PQE position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
