Personal Injury Fee Earner - NIHL

Simpson Judge Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist industrial disease law firm in Manchester is seeking a Personal Injury Fee Earner to manage a varied caseload of NIHL claims. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable NIHL caseload experience, strong negotiation skills, and a solid understanding of litigation practices. This full-time position offers competitive salary, hybrid working options, and ongoing training in a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonus structure

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Ongoing technical training

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Demonstrable NIHL caseload experience within a claimant practice.
• Strong understanding of NIHL litigation, medical evidence, and relevant case law.
• Ability to handle volume caseloads without compromising quality.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full and varied caseload of NIHL claims.
• Conduct detailed client interviews and evaluate medical histories.
• Negotiate settlements with insurers for optimal outcomes.

Skills

NIHL caseload experience

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organisational capability

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Personal Inury Fee Earner (NIHL)
Location: Manchester
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

A specialist industrial disease law firm based in Manchester is seeking an experienced NIHL fee earner to join its dedicated team. The firm focuses exclusively on industrial disease and occupational illness claims and has established a strong reputation for technical expertise and client advocacy in NIHL litigation. This role requires a confident and capable fee earner who can manage a busy caseload from instruction to settlement while maintaining exceptional client care standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full and varied caseload of NIHL claims, including litigated matters and pre-action cases
• Conduct detailed client interviews and evaluate medical and occupational histories to establish claim viability
• Liaise with audiologists, ENTs, and other medical experts to obtain robust evidence and reports
• Draft letters of claim, witness statements, pleadings, schedules, and other litigation documentation
• Negotiate settlements with insurers and defence firms, ensuring optimal outcomes for clients
• Progress claims efficiently in line with procedural requirements, deadlines, and firm standards
• Maintain meticulous records on case management systems and meet performance and compliance targets
• Provide clear, transparent, and supportive communication to clients throughout the claims process
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to ongoing refinement of the department's specialist processes and legal strategies

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrable NIHL caseload experience within a claimant practice
• Strong understanding of NIHL litigation, medical evidence, and relevant case law
• Ability to handle volume caseloads without compromising quality
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a specialist team
• High attention to detail and strong organisational capability
• Confident decision-making and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with experience in NIHL litigation
• Performance bonus structure
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing technical training and career progression in a specialist environment
• Supportive team culture with access to senior expert supervision

If this opportunity is of interest, please apply or email Beth @ Simpson Judge Legal