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We are currently recruiting for a talented Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our Medical Negligence team based in our Sheffield office, led by Partner Anna Stacey.

Anna has specialised in medical law since 2000 and is nationally recognised for her expertise in birth and neonatal injuries, maternal birth injuries, orthopaedic treatment leading to amputation, and adult brain and spinal injuries. She is known for her meticulous approach and compassionate client care, consistently praised by Chambers & Partners and clients alike

Our Sheffield team works exclusively on medical negligence cases, supporting clients across South Yorkshire and the East Midlands. We handle some of the most complex and life-changing claims, including cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, cancer misdiagnosis, and fatal claims, often involving inquests 

You will manage your own caseload while assisting senior team members with high-value, complex cases. You’ll be involved from start to finish, applying your analytical and commercial skills to identify key issues and deliver practical, empathetic solutions. Where appropriate, you’ll aim to secure interim payments to support rehabilitation, care packages, and suitable accommodation before final settlement.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly experienced, supportive, and passionate team that is committed to improving patient safety and advocating for better standards in medical care.

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about medical negligence and is keen to develop their career with as at IM. Our ideal candidate will:

• Be a Newly Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive
• Have the ability to take instructions from clients and provide sound legal advice
• Demonstrable technical experience in medical negligence law
• Experienced assisting seniors on complex, high-value cases
• Strong case management skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Have the ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for clients

If this sounds like you, please hit the 'Apply Now' button to submit your application.

• 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.

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.