NIHL Paralegal

Talent Finder; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist law firm in Blackburn seeks an experienced NIHL Paralegal to manage a caseload of claims and ensure successful outcomes for clients. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in NIHL claims and a strong understanding of audiological evidence. This role offers a competitive salary, a supportive team, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

28 days of annual leave, including bank holidays

Ongoing training opportunities

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience handling NIHL claims is essential.
• Strong working knowledge of audiological evidence and its application in litigation.
• Proven ability to run cases independently and deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of NIHL claims (pre- and post-litigation).
• Review audiograms and medical evidence to assess claims.
• Draft legal documents such as letters of claim and witness statements.

Skills

Case management

Audiological evidence understanding

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

Overview

NIHL Paralegal | Blackburn | Full Time, Office Based | Working hours are Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm | £25,000 - £28,000 DOE

Do you have proven experience handling NIHL claims and want to join a specialist law firm making a real impact for claimants?

Our client is a specialist claimant law firm with a strong reputation in industrial disease litigation. They are committed to achieving justice for those affected by negligent workplace exposure, with a particular focus on Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) claims. Their team is growing, and they are now seeking a skilled and experienced fee earner to strengthen their NIHL department.

They are looking for an experienced NIHL Fee Earner to manage a caseload of NIHL claims, from instruction to settlement. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of NIHL case handling, audiological evidence, and litigation procedure. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about claimant work and wants to contribute to a specialist and supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a caseload of NIHL claims (pre- and post-litigation)
• Review and interpret audiograms and other medical evidence to assess the viability of claims
• Draft legal documents, including letters of claim, particulars of claim, schedules of loss, and witness statements
• Engage in negotiations with defendants and insurers to secure appropriate settlements
• Liaise with clients, experts, and counsel throughout the litigation process
• Ensure compliance with relevant protocols, limitation deadlines, and procedural requirements
• Maintain accurate records using the firm’s case management system

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience handling NIHL claims is essential
• Strong working knowledge of audiological evidence and its application in NIHL litigation
• Proven ability to run cases independently and deliver results for clients
• Experience handling MOD claims is desirable but not essential
• Litigation experience is advantageous, particularly in managing court deadlines and drafting pleadings, but not essential
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and case management skills
• Proficient in using legal case management systems and digital files

What you can expect

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Exposure to high-quality, specialist NIHL work
• A supportive and expert team environment
• Clear opportunities for progression and ongoing training
• Modern, well-located office facilities
• 28 days of annual leave, including bank holidays

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