Industrial Disease Solicitor

Anakin Seal Legal; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm located in Birmingham is seeking a qualified Industrial Disease Solicitor to manage noise-induced hearing loss claims and support senior colleagues on complex asbestos-related cases. The role offers a competitive salary up to £45,000, flexible and hybrid working options, and a strong commitment to career progression within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Strong commitment to training

Supportive team culture

Wellbeing support

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in NIHL cases from a claimant or defendant perspective.
• Familiarity with fast/multi-track claims.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Managing a personal caseload of NIHL claims.
• Drafting strategy reports and legal advice.
• Attending client meetings and court hearings.

Skills

Litigation skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Client-focused mindset

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified solicitor (0–5 PQE)

Tools

Legal case management systems

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Posted:

01.08.2025

Expiry Date:

15.09.2025

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Job Description:

Role Overview
A highly respected national law firm is looking to appoint a qualified solicitor (0–5 PQE) to join its established and well-regarded Disease team, with opportunities available in Birmingham or Leicester.
The role focuses on handling a caseload of litigated noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) claims, alongside supporting senior colleagues on complex, high-value asbestos-related cases. The firm acts on behalf of large insurer clients and self-insured corporates and is known for its depth of expertise in industrial disease litigation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a personal caseload of NIHL claims
• Supporting on complex disease matters led by Partners and senior lawyers
• Drafting strategy reports, pleadings, and legal advice
• Attending client meetings, court hearings, and conferences
• Undertaking legal research and investigations
• Contributing to business development initiatives and meeting internal KPIs and targets

Candidate Profile/Experience Needed

Ideal candidates will:

• Be a qualified solicitor with 0–5 years’ PQE, and must have experience in NIHL cases from a claimant or defendant perspective
• Demonstrate solid litigation skills and familiarity with fast/multi-track claims
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Show strong analytical ability and attention to detail
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have a commercial, client-focused mindset
• Be highly organised with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Be open to flexible and agile working practice
• Be IT proficient and confident working with legal case management systems

What’s on Offer?
This is an opportunity to join an award-winning, Top 50 UK law firm committed to developing its people and investing in long-term careers.
What’s included:

• A strong commitment to training and career progression
• Supportive, collaborative, and expert-led team culture
• Opportunities to work with high-profile insurer and corporate clients
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Salary up to £45000 dependent on experience
• Access to wellbeing support, firm-wide initiatives, and networking opportunities
• A workplace recognised as a Top UK Employer for 18 consecutive years