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A national law firm in the UK is seeking a Solicitor or Associate specializing in Medical Negligence to manage a caseload and provide quality legal advice. Candidates should have 4-6 years of post-qualification experience in this field. The role involves working both independently and collaboratively, ensuring high standards of legal advice for clients. Benefits include flexible holiday options, pension schemes, and well-being initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of clients.

A national law firm in the UK is seeking a Solicitor or Associate specializing in Medical Negligence to manage a caseload and provide quality legal advice. Candidates should have 4-6 years of post-qualification experience in this field. The role involves working both independently and collaboratively, ensuring high standards of legal advice for clients. Benefits include flexible holiday options, pension schemes, and well-being initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of clients.

Solicitor / Associate - Medical Negligence- Sheffield (4983) We're a national law firm with a local reach. Our legal experts are here for you. Whether it's personal or business, we understand that everyone's situation is different. But we're more than just a law firm - we're a team of people working together to help individuals and businesses navigate life's ups and downs. Working here you'll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment. We'll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities. We're always looking to support our colleagues to work in a way that works best for them and everyone else, including our clients, the business and the regulators. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information. Our Team As the leading clinical and medical negligence law firm in the UK, we know how to make a positive difference to our client's lives. Our experienced medical negligence solicitors take the time to understand what clients are going through, helping them get the answers and compensation they deserve. Our clinical negligence team has extensive experience in clinical negligence claims arising from obstetric, neonatal, anaesthetic, neurosurgical, cardiac and psychiatric care. Our solicitors have extensive experience handling a wide range of medical negligence cases, including but not limited to: Cancer claims Cerebral Palsy claims You can read about our client stories here . Your Role and What You'll Be Doing You'll provide quality legal advice to the firm's clients through appropriate supervision and training, managing your own caseload from the start. Your aim will be to secure interim payments whenever possible, enabling us to arrange rehabilitation, care packages, and suitable accommodation before the claim is finalised. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our clients and they handle a variety of complex cases, including: Claims involving a death Delay in the diagnosis of cancer Surgical injuries Spinal injury cases Orthopaedic cases Injuries to children at birth What You'll be doing Taking instructions from clients and give legal advice. Opportunity to manage own caseload, while also assisting the Partners and senior team members on High Value cases. Reviewing cases and other relevant matters with supervisor to ensure quality legal advice is provided. About You 4-6 years PQE with a Medical Negligence background Ability to work collaboratively and independently Ability to work in a pressurised environment If this sounds like you, we'd love to receive your application. Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported.This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud of our values, and we're looking for people who share them Create an alert subscription based on this vacancy

Solicitor / Associate - Medical Negligence- Sheffield (4983) We're a national law firm with a local reach. Our legal experts are here for you. Whether it's personal or business, we understand that everyone's situation is different. But we're more than just a law firm - we're a team of people working together to help individuals and businesses navigate life's ups and downs. Working here you'll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment. We'll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities. We're always looking to support our colleagues to work in a way that works best for them and everyone else, including our clients, the business and the regulators. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information. Our Team As the leading clinical and medical negligence law firm in the UK, we know how to make a positive difference to our client's lives. Our experienced medical negligence solicitors take the time to understand what clients are going through, helping them get the answers and compensation they deserve. Our clinical negligence team has extensive experience in clinical negligence claims arising from obstetric, neonatal, anaesthetic, neurosurgical, cardiac and psychiatric care. Our solicitors have extensive experience handling a wide range of medical negligence cases, including but not limited to: Cancer claims Cerebral Palsy claims You can read about our client stories here . Your Role and What You'll Be Doing You'll provide quality legal advice to the firm's clients through appropriate supervision and training, managing your own caseload from the start. Your aim will be to secure interim payments whenever possible, enabling us to arrange rehabilitation, care packages, and suitable accommodation before the claim is finalised. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our clients and they handle a variety of complex cases, including: Claims involving a death Delay in the diagnosis of cancer Surgical injuries Spinal injury cases Orthopaedic cases Injuries to children at birth What You'll be doing Taking instructions from clients and give legal advice. Opportunity to manage own caseload, while also assisting the Partners and senior team members on High Value cases. Reviewing cases and other relevant matters with supervisor to ensure quality legal advice is provided. About You 4-6 years PQE with a Medical Negligence background Ability to work collaboratively and independently Ability to work in a pressurised environment If this sounds like you, we'd love to receive your application. Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported.This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud of our values, and we're looking for people who share them Create an alert subscription based on this vacancy

Head of Business Development - Personal Injury (6009) We're a national law firm with a local reach. Our legal experts are here for you. Whether it's personal or business, we understand that everyone's situation is different. But we're more than just a law firm - we're a team of people working together to help individuals and businesses navigate life's ups and downs. Working here you'll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment. We'll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities. We're always looking to support our colleagues to work in a way that works best for them and everyone else, including our clients, the business and the regulators. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information. Your Role and What You'll Be Doing The Head of Business Development is responsible for planning, directing, and managing business development activities to support growth in Personal Injury. This role ensures outcomes are delivered to achieve business and strategic goals. You will drive business development strategies for the business unit with a strategic aim of maximising profitable revenue, building new business pipelines, and increasing share of wallet from existing clients Develop and implement international business strategies to expand the firm's global footprint Work collaboratively with other Heads of BD and M to maximise opportunities and outcomes for the group You will lead a high-performing team, continuously developing, retaining and recruiting talent Set clear objectives and PDP plans for each team member to maximize individual, team, and divisional performance Implementation of Key Account Management programs with action plans to achieve objectives, conduct research and share knowledge across the firm You will utilise reporting systems and data insights for ROI, including tracking and monitoring of activity Management of the business development budgets to ensure value for money and assess ROI to inform future activity and strategy Support the overall process of management and corporate decision-making to ensure the organisation maximises its short, medium, and long-term profitability Work with and support Partners by developing presentations and proposal documents, accompanying partners on new business pitches, and providing strategic direction Identify and anticipate future trends in bid/tender opportunities and advise on strategies to capitalise on these opportunities. About You We're looking for a Head of Business Development who thrives on change, will challenge the status quo, and constantly look for new opportunities to do things better. Ideally you will have the following experience: Demonstrable experience of working in a senior business development role in the Personal Injury space, within a medium/large organisation in the Legal or Medical sector Exceptional leadership skills, helping to transform teams, upskilling more junior colleagues and improving quality and service deliver Demonstrable experience of recruiting, developing and coaching a high performing team Highly numerate with solid experience in preparing, and reporting on, budgets, plans, and performance, monitored via KPIs The ability to look ahead, anticipate, enable and capitalise of opportunities and challenges The ability to demonstrate a deep understanding of strategic business development and delivering against growth targets Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported. This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud of our values, and we're looking for people who share them

A national law firm is seeking a Medical Negligence Solicitor to join their Manchester or Liverpool team. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload of complex clinical negligence cases, ensuring a compassionate and client-focused approach. With at least one year PQE required, candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and a passion for helping clients. This role comes with competitive benefits including flexible working, health memberships, and generous holiday policies. If you're looking to enhance your career in a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Solicitor-Medical Negligence-Sheffield (5316) We're a national law firm with a local reach. Our legal experts are here for you. Whether it's personal or business, we understand that everyone's situation is different. But we're more than just a law firm - we're a team of people working together to help individuals and businesses navigate life's ups and downs. Working here you'll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment. We'll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities. We're always looking to support our colleagues to work in a way that works best for them and everyone else, including our clients, the business and the regulators. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information. Your Role and What You'll Be Doing We are looking to add a talented Solicitor, ideally at the 3-5 PQE level, to our Group Actions Team, which is part of our Medical Negligence team, to be based in Sheffield. Our Team As the UK's leading clinical and medical negligence law firm, we are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients. Our experienced solicitors provide compassionate, expert legal support to individuals and families affected by medical negligence, helping them secure the answers, justice, and compensation they deserve. Our team has deep expertise in claims arising from obstetric, neonatal, anaesthetic, neurosurgical, cardiac, and psychiatric care. We also lead the way in complex group actions and product liability litigation involving defective medical devices and pharmaceuticals. You can read about our client storieshere . Your Role You'll join Partner Tim Annett's Group Actions Team, which is part of the Medical Negligence Department based in Sheffield. The team's focus is on group actions especially cases arising from medical negligence, and they also deal with product liability claims relating to drugs, medical devices, and consumer goods. "We have the resources to manage even the largest cases, but we remain focused on our clients and their individual needs." - Tim Annett You'll play a key role in managing your own caseload while supporting senior colleagues on high profile, high value litigation. This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of medical negligence and product liability law, contributing to landmark cases that deliver life changing outcomes for clients. You'll be part of a team that handles some of the most complex and sensitive litigation in the UK. Recent case examples include: Claims involving paediatric and spinal surgery at major NHS hospitals across the UK Group actions relating to defective medical devices, including knee replacements, pelvic mesh, and cochlear implants Claims involving contaminated blood and human growth hormone Representing family core participants at the Thirlwall Inquiry, arising from criminal conduct by Lucy Letby You'll also: Provide clear, empathetic legal advice to clients from the outset Manage your own caseload of individual medical negligence and group action claims Assist on large scale, high profile litigation alongside experienced partners Seek interim payments to support client rehabilitation and care needs Collaborate with experts, counsel, and other stakeholders to build strong cases Contribute to the team's strategic development and knowledge sharing About You 3-5yrs PQE with a Medical Negligence background Some experience of group actions and/or product liability would be an advantage but is not a pre requisite Highly organised Ability to work collaboratively and independently Ability to work in a pressurised environment If this sounds like you, we'd love to receive your application. Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported. This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud of our values, and we're looking for people who share them Create an alert subscription based on this vacancy

A leading national law firm in the UK seeks a Head of Business Development for Personal Injury to drive strategic growth and manage a high-performing team. The role requires strong leadership, experience in business development, and a focus on maximizing profitable revenue. Candidates should have a proven track record in the legal or medical sectors, with exceptional skills in team management and budget oversight. This position offers a chance to shape the business's future while enjoying generous benefits including flexible pensions and additional holiday options.

We're a national law firm with a local reach. Our legal experts are here for you. Whether it's personal or business, we understand that everyone's situation is different. But we're more than just a law firm - we're a team of people working together to help individuals and businesses navigate life's ups and downs. Working here you'll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment. We'll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities. We're always looking to support our colleagues to work in a way that works best for them and everyone else, including our clients, the business and the regulators. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information. Your Role and What You'll Be Doing We are growing our specialist Military team and are looking to recruit a passionate Personal Injury Solicitor to join our expanding practice. You'll work alongside Andrew Buckham, a leading expert in this field. We're seeking candidates who can be based out of our Southampton office, with hybrid working options and support for client travel requirements. Irwin Mitchell is one of the few firms to offer a rare opportunity to specialise in this high profile and deeply rewarding area of Personal Injury law. Serious injury and illness can have a dramatic and sometimes life changing impact for the person affected and for those who are close to them. The serious injury teams at Irwin Mitchell don't just deal with compensation claims. We also work with our clients and their families to ensure all of their rehabilitation needs are met. It's a unique, bespoke approach that really makes a difference to people whose lives have been turned upside down by injury. You'll join Andrew Buckham who specialises in Serious Injury - Armed Forces claims. Many of these claims involve assisting severely injured service personnel with compensation claims (On and Off Duty), Service Inquiries and Coroners Inquests. You will be assisting Andrew on his caseload, as well as building and running your own. About You 2-5 years' PQE in serious or catastrophic injury (Claimant) A proactive approach to client care and case management A clean driving licence - travel to meet clients across the UK is part of the role Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills Enthusiasm for business development and building strong client and referrer relationships Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported.This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud of our values, and we're looking for people who share them Create an alert subscription based on this vacancy

Medical Negligence Solicitor (Grade C) - Manchester/Liverpool (5184) We're a national law firm with a local reach. Our legal experts are here for you. Whether it's personal or business, we understand that everyone's situation is different. But we're more than just a law firm - we're a team of people working together to help individuals and businesses navigate life's ups and downs. Working here you'll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment. We'll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities. We're always looking to support our colleagues to work in a way that works best for them and everyone else, including our clients, the business and the regulators. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information. The team We are currently looking to add a talented Solicitor to our leading Medical Negligence team to be based in the North West working out of our Manchester and/or Liverpool offices (hybrid working). As the leading clinical and medical negligence law firm in the UK, we know how to make a positive difference to our client's lives. Our experienced medical negligence solicitors take the time to understand what clients are going through, helping them get the answers and compensation they deserve. Our clinical negligence team has extensive experience in clinical negligence claims including but not limited to obstetric, neonatal, anaesthetic, neurosurgical, cardiac, oncology and psychiatric care. You can read about our client storieshere . Your Role and What You'll Be Doing You'll be joining our top rated Legal 500 ranked North West Clinical Negligence team. The team is known for its outstanding expertise in handling complex and high-value clinical negligence claims. Their collective experience covers birth injuries, spinal cord injuries, cancer misdiagnosis, orthopaedic negligence, fatal claims, and psychiatric injuries. The team is deeply committed to securing justice for clients, delivering a compassionate and client-focused approach throughout every case. As a key member of the team, you'll play a vital role in managing complex clinical negligence cases and supporting clients through some of the most challenging times in their lives. You'll be involved in: Managing your own caseload, including litigated matters, with a focus on securing interim payments to support rehabilitation and care needs early in the process. Assisting senior colleagues on high-value and complex claims across a wide range of medical disciplines including obstetrics, neurosurgery, oncology, and psychiatric care. Delivering consistently accurate and compassionate legal advice, ensuring clients feel supported and informed throughout their journey. Collaborating with colleagues across the firm to deliver a seamless and high-quality service. About You We're looking for someone who combines technical excellence with genuine empathy: 1+ years PQE in Clinical Negligence, with a strong background in Claimant work. Proven experience managing your own caseload, including litigated claims. A passion for clinical negligence claims and for securing the best outcomes for clients and improving their quality of life. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with empathy and integrity. Experience supervising junior team members and contributing to their growth. Commercially aware, with a proactive approach to business development and client relationship management. Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. You'll be joining a forward-thinking and supportive team that values compassion, excellence, and impact. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a thriving practice, we'd love to hear from you. Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported.This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud of our values, and we're looking for people who share them

Your Role and What You'll Be Doing The Court of Protection is the Judicial body responsible for making decisions relating to the property and financial affairs and health and welfare of individuals who lack capacity to do so themselves. Our Court of Protection team is ranked Tier 1 in the Legal 500 and specialises in managing the property and financial affairs of individuals who lack mental capacity. We support clients who have lost capacity due to serious injury, medical negligence, birth injuries, or age-related conditions such as dementia. You'll be part of a highly skilled, collaborative team, working across a varied caseload. You'll have autonomy to act in your clients' best interests, and opportunities to contribute to business development, including converting warm leads into new matters. Managing multi-million-pound settlements via Deputyships and Trusts Chairing annual review meetings Overseeing property transactions and care arrangements Preparing statutory will applications Running your own caseload of property and affairs matters Supporting the Deputy in delivering high-quality, client-centred services Collaborating with solicitors and paralegals to ensure seamless support Contributing to business development and client engagement initiatives About You We're looking for someone who: Is empathetic, resilient, and passionate about supporting vulnerable individuals Has excellent written and verbal communication skills Can manage complex caseloads with care and precision Works well both independently and as part of a team Is committed to making a meaningful difference in clients' lives 1-4 years PQE Strong understanding of Court of Protection procedures and related litigation Experience working with clients affected by serious injury or illness (desirable) Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported. This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud of our values, and we're looking for people who share them Court of Protection & Public Law/Human Rights Court of Protection & Public Law/Human Rights

A leading law firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a skilled Court of Protection Solicitor to manage a rewarding caseload. The role involves providing expert legal advice and representation to clients who have lost mental capacity due to serious illnesses or age-related conditions. Candidates should be newly qualified solicitors with a genuine interest in Court of Protection work. The firm supports a collaborative and inclusive working environment, offering various benefits including flexible holidays and health membership.

Overview We're a national law firm with a local reach. Our legal experts are here for you. Whether it's personal or business, we understand that everyone's situation is different. But we're more than just a law firm - we're a team of people working together to help individuals and businesses navigate life's ups and downs. Working here you'll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment. We'll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities. We're always looking to support our colleagues to work in a way that works best for them and everyone else, including our clients, the business and the regulators. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information. The Court of Protection is a judicial authority that oversees decisions concerning the financial and personal affairs of individuals who lack the mental capacity to manage them independently. As one of the UK's leading law firms, we have a dedicated and highly experienced team specialising in all aspects of Court of Protection matters. We support clients who are unable to manage their own affairs by acting as their financial deputy and serving as a professional trustee, ensuring their interests are protected and managed with care. Role and Responsibilities We're looking for a skilled and empathetic Court of Protection Solicitor to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll manage a varied and rewarding caseload, providing expert advice and representation on all aspects of Court of Protection work. From deputyship applications to complex disputes over welfare and finances, you'll be at the forefront of protecting the rights and interests of those who lack capacity. You'll work with clients who have lost capacity due to serious illnesses-such as those resulting from road traffic accidents or birth injuries-as well as elderly clients affected by conditions like dementia. Every case is unique, and your expertise will help deliver life changing outcomes. Taking client instructions and delivering clear, accurate legal advice. Managing your own caseload while supporting Partners and senior team members on high value, complex cases. Regularly reviewing matters with your supervisor to ensure the highest standards of legal advice and client care. Qualifications and Experience Newly Qualified Solicitor with a genuine interest and background in Court of Protection work. Highly organised and able to manage a busy, varied caseload with confidence. Some hands on experience in Mental Capacity matters. Strong commercial awareness and a client focused approach. A proactive team player who can collaborate effectively while also working independently. Our Values To be pioneering with an imaginative outlook. To be approachable and caring. To be tenacious in the pursuit of our objectives. To be efficient in the provision of our services. To work with a foundation of integrity. Benefits 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid). Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported. This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements. We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2025! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity thereby protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer. If this sounds like you, we'd love to receive your application.