Medical Negligence Barrister jobs

Eventus Legal are seeking an experienced Clinical Negligence Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a well-established and growing law firm based in Coventry, West Midlands. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity offering high-quality claimant work, strong earning potential, and genuine flexibility within a supportive and ambitious team environment.

The successful candidate will join a respected Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence department, managing a varied caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters, including complex and high-value claims.

This role would suit an experienced fee earner looking to progress within a forward-thinking firm that values client care, autonomy, and long-term career development. Flexible / Hybrid working available (3 days in the office & 2 days working from home) along with an excellent bonus structure with strong earning potential and free parking.

Role Responsibilities

The Clinical Negligence Solicitor / Legal Executive will be responsible for:

• Managing a caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters from inception through to resolution
• Handling both pre-litigated and litigated claims
• Conducting client meetings and taking detailed instructions
• Attending Court hearings where required
• Liaising with Counsel, medical experts, witnesses, and third parties
• Preparing legal documents, witness statements, schedules of loss, and instructions to experts
• Valuing claims and negotiating settlements
• Working collaboratively within an established claimant Personal Injury team
• Delivering high levels of client care and maintaining strong professional standards

Person Specification

Applications are welcomed from Solicitors, Legal Executives, or experienced fee earners who possess:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience handling claimant clinical negligence matters
• Strong experience managing both litigated and non-litigated claims
• A proven track record handling high-value and complex cases
• Excellent billing history and commercial awareness
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively within a team
• Excellent client care and relationship management skills

Benefits and Rewards

This opportunity offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Competitive bonus structure with strong earning potential
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements available – 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home
• Generous 23 days holiday plus bank holidays plus an additional 3 days off over the Christmas and 1 day birthday leave
• Additional wellbeing day provided annually
• Enhanced company sick pay scheme
• Life assurance benefit
• Free parking available
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Excellent long-term progression and development opportunities

About the Company

This established and growing law firm has built a strong reputation for providing high-quality legal services with a client-focused and personable approach. Known for its supportive culture and collaborative working environment, the firm continues to invest in both its people and long-term growth across its specialist practice areas.

Next Steps

Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Clinical Negligence Lawyer job. Alternatively, if you are interested in learning more about this career-enhancing opportunity, please send your CV to Gemma Clarke at Eventus Legal – gemma.clarke@eventuslegal.com or call 07950 196 168 for a confidential discussion.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion regarding your career.

The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland in the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note, the years’ experience and/or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.