NIHL Fee Earner

Kinetic Law Limited; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic Law Limited in Blackburn, Lancashire, is seeking an experienced NIHL Fee Earner to manage a caseload from instruction to settlement or litigation.

You will assess liability, review audiograms and medical records, instruct experts, draft correspondence, negotiate settlements, and ensure compliance with CPR. A solid background in NIHL or personal injury and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years NIHL or personal injury claim experience.
• Strong understanding of occupational deafness and hearing loss claims.
• Familiar with litigation processes in England & Wales.
• Ability to interpret medical and audiology evidence.
• Strong negotiation and settlement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload efficiently.
• Good working knowledge of case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage NIHL claims from inception to settlement or litigation.
• Assess liability and quantum based on medical evidence and hearing loss reports.
• Review audiograms, medical records, and occupational history evidence.
• Instruct and liaise with medical experts, counsel, and external agencies.
• Draft and review legal correspondence, pleadings, and settlement offers.
• Negotiate settlements with opposing parties and insurers.
• Ensure compliance with Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and relevant protocols.
• Maintain accurate case management system records and deadlines.
• Identify fraud indicators and elevate where necessary.
• Provide updates and reports to clients and senior handlers/partners.
• Meet individual and team KPIs including file progression and settlement targets.

Skills

NIHL claims

Litigation

Negotiation

Case management

Communication

Education

Legal training

Tools

Case management software

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NIHL Fee Earner

Industrial Disease Full-time | Permanent Blackburn, Lancashire

Job Purpose

To manage a caseload of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) claims from initial instruction through to settlement or litigation, ensuring files are handled efficiently, accurately, and in line with client service standards, regulatory requirements, and applicable case law.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of NIHL claims independently from inception to conclusion
• Assess liability and quantum based on medical evidence and hearing loss reports
• Review audiograms, medical records, and occupational history evidence
• Instruct and liaise with medical experts, counsel, and external agencies
• Draft and review legal correspondence, pleadings, and settlement offers
• Negotiate settlements with opposing parties and insurers
• Ensure compliance with Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and relevant protocols
• Maintain accurate case management system records and deadlines
• Identify fraud indicators and elevate where necessary
• Provide updates and reports to clients and senior handlers/partners
• Meet individual and team KPIs including file progression and settlement targets

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience handling NIHL or personal injury claims (typically 1-3+ years minimum for 'experienced' level)
• Strong understanding of occupational deafness / hearing loss claims
• Familiarity with litigation processes in England & Wales
• Ability to interpret medical and audiology evidence
• Strong negotiation and settlement skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload efficiently
• Good working knowledge of case management systems

Desirable Qualifications

• Legal training
• Experience in defendant insurance or claimant firms handling NIHL specifically
• Knowledge of industrial disease litigation
• Understanding of court procedures and costs budgeting

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented and analytical
• Organised with strong time management
• Confident decision-maker
• Team-focused but able to work independently
• Professional and client-focused approach

Role Details

• Department Industrial Disease
• Contract Full-time | Permanent
• Location Blackburn, Lancashire

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