Solicitor - #149940

Department- Clinical Negligence

Location- We are based in the North-West of the UK, with offices in Manchester, Bolton, Liverpool, Leeds, Southport & Cambridge, although we offer hybrid working, enjoying the benefit from working from home, and attending the office to work and collaborate with colleagues.

Our Clinical Negligence Department

We are one of the largest Clinical Negligence departments in the UK. We have over 200 team members building a nationwide reputation for dealing with all forms of clinical negligence, and a team which is solely dedicated to dealing with the highest severity injuries caused by a medical mistake.

You would be joining passionate, experienced Clinical Negligence professionals, several of whom hold accreditations from APIL, AvMA and Law Society Clinical Negligence Panel.

What We Are Looking For

Newly qualified up to Grade A Solicitors/ Chartered Legal Executives (or experience equivalent) to join the already successful and growing teams.

The Ideal Candidates Would Have

Experience handling Clinical Negligence cases at all stages of the case, up to and including trial.

In Return Fletchers Can Offer

• 35 hours working week
• Annual bonus scheme
• 35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, you also have an option to purchase up to 3 extra days’ holiday per year, until you long service award the 3 days after your 5th, 7th, and 9th full year of employment
• Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance
• Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option
• Life Assurance Policy
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Medicash policy, which offers counselling and a claim back option on dental, optical, and other medical expenses
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and IVF schemes
• Varied calendar of funded company social events (check out Fletchers Group on LinkedIn)
• Charity/fund raising opportunities to be involved in, as part of the Fletchers Foundation
• Monthly company meeting lead by our Executive, detailing business updates
  
  

About Fletchers Solicitors

Fletchers is a growing law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with excellent rankings with both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Following several acquisitions, we have transformed into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for further expansion. Situated in the North-West of the UK, our offices are located in Manchester, Liverpool, Southport, Leeds, Bolton, and Cambridge. Many of our colleagues enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work arrangements. We offer a great work-life balance, attractive benefits, apprenticeship or training contract opportunities, and avenues for internal progression. Currently, approximately 10% of our colleagues participate in apprenticeships or training contracts, marking a milestone for us as we continue to improve our Learning & Development programs. Our culture is nurturing, designed to assist you in achieving your aspirations. Additionally, we have our Associate and Partner programs for senior lawyers and established the Fletchers Foundation to support those who have suffered injuries.

More information about us can be found on our website.

Fletchers Group is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce, which is why we welcome applications from all diversity groups and backgrounds. We’re committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive. Fletchers understand and celebrating that no colleague is the same. We’re proud of our work on the Disability Confident scheme, and we are signing up to other diversity standards to reflect our ethos.