Senior Associate – Clinical Negligence

Themis Recruit is looking to appoint a Senior Associate into their clients highly regarded Clinical Negligence & Serious Injury team in Liverpool.

This is a standout opportunity for an experienced claimant clinical negligence lawyer seeking high-quality, complex work within a genuinely supportive, purpose-led firm. The team is known for handling life-changing cases with compassion, clarity and technical excellence, offering exposure to high-value and catastrophic injury matters alongside autonomy and clear progression.

The Role

• Manage a varied caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters, from lower-value claims to complex, high-value litigation

• Lead on strategy across liability, causation and quantum with significant autonomy

• Act on serious injury and catastrophic harm cases

• Supervise and mentor junior solicitors, trainees and paralegals

• Delegate effectively and support team development

• Play an active role in business development and referrer relationship management

• Contribute to marketing initiatives, media engagement, thought leadership and profile-raising activities

• Support the continued growth and reputation of the team

About You

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

• 7+ years’ PQE in claimant Clinical Negligence

• Confident managing complex matters independently

• Strong relationship management skills with a compassionate, client-focused approach

• Highly organised with excellent technical attention to detail

• Experience supporting business development initiatives

• Exposure to media or public-facing activity desirable

• Previous supervision experience advantageous

• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset

The Offer

• Competitive salary

• Hybrid working (2 days in office)

• Flexible working culture

• Medical cash plan

• Bonus scheme

• Pension

• Life assurance & income protection

• 25 days’ holiday (increasing with service)

• Option to purchase up to 10 additional days

• Enhanced family leave

• Clear progression opportunities

The Firm

Our client is a purpose-led, independent firm and certified B Corp with over 200 years of heritage. Recognised for innovation, diversity and sustainability, the firm serves businesses and individuals across England & Wales and is consistently acknowledged for quality of work, culture and employee satisfaction.

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Themis Recruit.