Industrial Disease Solicitor

William James Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £45,000

25 days annual leave

Company pension

Health Cash Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

A leading law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an Industrial Disease Solicitor to join its expanding team. The role focuses on managing cases related to Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome and Noise-Induced Hearing Loss. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Personal Injury law and the litigation process. The firm provides excellent training and support as well as opportunities for career growth within this dynamic department. A competitive salary package is offered, along with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in Personal Injury preferred.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently.
• Strong understanding of the litigation process and legal documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload focused on Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome and Noise-Induced Hearing Loss.
• Conduct investigations into liability and review medical records.
• Provide training and ongoing support within the department.

Skills

Experience in Personal Injury

Understanding of litigation process

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

The Role

Industrial Disease Solicitor – Manchester / Birmingham / Leeds

As the firm’s Industrial Disease department continues to expand, an opportunity has arisen for a qualified Solicitor to join the team, managing a caseload primarily focused on Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS), Short Tail claims, and Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) matters.

The successful candidate will be a newly qualified Solicitor with experience in Personal Injury, preferably with exposure to industrial disease claims. A strong understanding of the litigation process, along with experience in drafting legal documents and reviewing case materials, is essential.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing complex cases, including detailed investigations into liability and quantum, and the thorough review of medical and employment records.

The firm offers comprehensive training and ongoing support, along with excellent prospects for professional development and career progression within a growing and dynamic department.

The Candidate

• Personal Injury Solicitor, ideally with experience in Industrial Disease
• Experience with the litigation process
• Strong academic background
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritise tasks, and manage a varied caseload
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

The Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave
• Company pension
• Health Cash Plan
• Private Medical Insurance

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation

Contact: Alice Ferguson, Retained Consultant INDARF

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal