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Senior Associate Clinical NegligenceLocation: Manchester An award-winning national law firm is looking for an experienced Senior Associate to join its leading Clinical Negligence team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside nationally recognised lawyers and advise on some of the most complex and high-profile claims in the healthcare sector.You will play a key role in defending clinical negligence claims on behalf of NHS Resolution, independent healthcare providers, and other healthcare bodies. The department is a cornerstone of the firms Health sector, consistently ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers.Role OverviewAs a Senior Associate, you will manage your own caseload of high-value and complex clinical negligence claims, supervise junior colleagues, and contribute to the wider strategic objectives of the team. This position also offers opportunities to engage in inquest and healthcare advisory work.Key ResponsibilitiesManaging a broad and challenging caseload of defendant clinical negligence claims, including complex and high-value matters.Acting on behalf of NHS Resolution and other healthcare clients.Supervising and mentoring junior solicitors and legal professionals.Delegating work appropriately while providing support and quality assurance.Engaging directly with clients, providing strategic and commercially sound advice.Preparing cases for litigation, including advising on liability, quantum and causation.Contributing to business development through client training, webinars, and thought leadership.Supporting colleagues during absences, secondments or increased caseload demand.Participating in secondments with healthcare clients, both remotely and onsite where required.What Were Looking ForA qualified solicitor with 5+ years PQE and a strong background in defendant clinical negligence.Experience acting for NHS Resolution or similar healthcare bodies is highly desirable.Familiarity with case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.Strong understanding of clinical negligence procedure, pre-action protocols, and litigation strategy.Exposure to inquest or healthcare regulatory work is an advantage, but not essential.Excellent attention to detail and ability to advise on complex technical legal issues.Comfortable managing financial targets and working within service level agreements (SLAs).The role is offered on a hybrid basis, with 2 days per week in the office. The firm supports a flexible working culture that enables a positive work-life balance and encourages individuality, wellbeing and personal development.This is an outstanding opportunity for a talented solicitor to join a top-tier clinical negligence team, make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector, and progress their career within a progressive and values led firm.Contact Information: For further details or to apply, please contact Ellie Sedgwick at IDEX Consulting:Email: ellie.sedgwick@idexconsulting.com