Senior Associate / Legal Director - Clinical Negligence | London

A leading national law firm is looking to recruit a Senior Associate or Legal Director (7+ PQE) to join its highly respected Clinical Negligence team in London. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex and high-value claimant clinical negligence cases, with real autonomy and scope to shape your practice.

The Role:

• Running a caseload of serious and high-value clinical negligence claims, including catastrophic injury, birth injury, surgical error, delayed diagnosis and mismanagement of treatment.
• Leading strategy on complex litigation and ensuring excellent client service.
• Supervising junior team members and contributing to wider team development.
• Driving business development initiatives, networking and raising the profile of the practice.
• Bringing a portable client following or demonstrating the ability to be self-sufficient in generating and managing your own caseload.

About You:

• Qualified solicitor with 7+ years' post-qualification experience in claimant clinical negligence.
• Proven track record of handling high-value, complex clinical negligence claims, including catastrophic injury.
• Demonstrable ability to build and maintain strong referral networks and client relationships.
• Either a portable following of clients or the ability to bring in and run your own caseload independently.
• Experience in supervising and mentoring junior lawyers.
• Strong client care skills, with a compassionate and empathetic approach.

What's on Offer:

• Join a market-leading clinical negligence team with a strong reputation for high-quality claimant work.
• Autonomy to build and develop your own caseload with the support of an established team.
• Exposure to landmark cases and high-value disputes.
• Competitive remuneration package, benefits and flexibility.
• A genuine platform for career progression at senior level.

This role is ideal for a Senior Associate, Legal Director, or experienced Clinical Negligence Lawyer who can demonstrate a strong network or client following and who is motivated to take their practice to the next level within a nationally recognised team.

To find out more, please apply, or reach out to Ben Shepherd at Henderson Scott directly.