Industrial Disease Assistant Lawyer – Claims Support

Davies; Bolton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Bolton is seeking an Assistant Lawyer to support claims management under a Complex Disease Lawyer. The ideal candidate will handle various disease cases and possess strong negotiation and communication skills. Responsibilities include reviewing documents, preparing reports, and conducting investigations to ensure optimal client outcomes. This role offers a permanent full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package including holiday entitlement, health care plans, and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday per year

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

WeCare – online GP and mental health support

Death In Service after 1 year

Pension Contribution

Employee Resource Groups

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to Online Discount Sites

Qualifications

• Experience in dealing with a range of mixed disease cases is essential.
• Strong negotiation skills required.
• Must have good concentration and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support a Complex Disease Lawyer with claims management.
• Review documents and prepare reports.
• Conduct investigations and obtain witness statements.

Skills

Technically proficient

Effective negotiator

Ability to use own initiative

Flexibility

Good listening and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-organise and self-prioritise

Work under pressure

Enthusiastic and hardworking

Good IT skills

Job description

A legal firm in Bolton is seeking an Assistant Lawyer to support claims management under a Complex Disease Lawyer. The ideal candidate will handle various disease cases and possess strong negotiation and communication skills. Responsibilities include reviewing documents, preparing reports, and conducting investigations to ensure optimal client outcomes. This role offers a permanent full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package including holiday entitlement, health care plans, and employee assistance programs.