Medical Negligence Solicitor - 4-6 PQE - Sheffield/Nottingham

Reference: SHJ _ Solicitor - Medical Negligence (4-6 PQE)Location: Sheffield or Nottingham (Hybrid - 1-2 days office)Salary: 58,000 - 66,000 DOEI'm recruiting on behalf of a leading national law firm for a Solicitor to join their established Medical Negligence team, with flexibility to be based in either Sheffield or Nottingham. This is a great opportunity to work on a broad range of complex clinical negligence cases within one of the UK's most respected claimant practices.The RoleYou'll manage your own caseload from the outset while also supporting senior lawyers on high‑value matters. The team handles a wide variety of complex and sensitive cases, including:Fatal claimsGynaecology casesDelayed cancer diagnosisSurgical injuriesSpinal injury casesOrthopaedic claimsBirth injury and cerebral palsy casesYour work will include:Taking client instructions and providing clear, empathetic legal adviceRunning your own caseload of clinical negligence mattersAssisting Partners and senior solicitors on high‑value and complex claimsSeeking interim payments to support client rehabilitation and careReviewing cases with supervisors to ensure quality and consistencyAbout You4-6 years PQE in medical negligenceExperience handling complex clinical negligence mattersStrong commercial awarenessAble to work independently and collaborativelyComfortable working in a fast‑paced environmentAble to attend the Sheffield office 1-2 days per week (or Nottingham with visits to Sheffield)The Team & CultureLarge, well‑established clinical negligence departmentTeam has doubled in size over the last decadeStrong supervision and support structureCaseloads capped at around 30 to maintain qualityLong‑standing employees and excellent retentionClear progression pathways with regular internal promotionsNew offices opening in Sheffield and Nottingham later this yearSalary & Benefits58,000-66,000 DOE + bonus25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy morePension (5% employer / 3% employee)Healthcare, digital GP, life assurance and critical illness coverFree parkingTwo paid volunteering days per yearHybrid working (Wednesday anchor day + one other office day)Wellbeing initiatives and inclusion networksIf you're an experienced clinical negligence solicitor looking to take on high‑quality, meaningful work within a supportive national team, I'd be happy to discuss this opportunity further.*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*