Disease Solicitor

Weightmans Llp; Highgate; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Weightmans LLP in Birmingham is recruiting a Solicitor to join the Disease litigation team. You will handle NIHL/HAVS and asbestos-related claims, draft strategy reports, conduct research, and manage client matters with a commercial, solution-focused approach.

The role supports business development and client relationships within a fast-paced team. Ideally you will have 0–3 years PQE, strong litigation experience, and the ability to work to deadlines.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 0–3 years plus PQE.
• Experience in disease/litigation is desirable.
• Strong organisational and analytical abilities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Draft full strategy reports and advices.
• Undertake legal research and investigations.
• Draft pleadings.
• Attend conferences, court and client meetings.
• Communicate with clients, counsel and other parties.
• Support business development and client relationship activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Teamwork

Business development

IT skills

Adaptability

Education

Solicitor qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Legal research tools

Job description

About your new role

We are currently recruiting for an Solicitor within our Disease litigation team based in Birmingham. The team undertakes a full range of industrial disease work, predominantly on behalf of large insurer clients as well as for some self-insured corporate clients.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Draft full strategy reports and advices
• Undertake legal research and investigations
• Draft pleadings
• Attend conferences, court and client meetings
• Communicate with clients, counsel and other parties
• Involvement in business development, client relationship management and profile-raising initiatives as well as alignment to relevant segment/sector groups
• Complete client and internal MI procedures
• Achieve set financial and chargeable targets
• Ensure relevant deadlines, quality measures, SLAs and KPIs are adhered to
• Comply with relevant policies and procedures
• Work in accordance with Weightmans' values

About You

• Ideally, you will have previous experience of NIHL, HAVS/WRULD and asbestos-related injury claims.
• As the role is varied, we are looking for you to have a flexible approach to the work you do and be able to adapt to different tasks.
• A qualified Solicitor with 0-3 years plus PQE
• Extensive litigation experience with proven technical ability and record of achievement
• Ability to work to deadlines / targets, to prioritise and manage a caseload and deliver effective solutions
• Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative with a positive attitude
• A commercial, solution-driven and client-focused approach
• Strong legal and analytical skills with an eye for detail
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible approach and agile working
• Excellent IT skill
• Experience of previous involvement with business development activities

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to reach their full potential.

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Location: Birmingham

Position: Disease 2

Salary Details: Depending on experience

Contract Type: Permanent

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time