Solicitor - Asbestos and Occupational Disease Team

Irwin Mitchell; Sheffield, Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Irwin Mitchell in the United Kingdom is seeking a Solicitor to join its Asbestos and Occupational Disease Team. The role involves managing a high-quality caseload of asbestos-related and non-asbestos respiratory conditions, with hybrid working arrangements in Sheffield or Manchester.

You will handle 1–5 years PQE cases, draft high-quality submissions, and work with Partners to progress complex matters, while developing client relationships and contributing to business development efforts.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years’ PQE with specific experience in Asbestos and Occupational Disease law.
• Demonstrated ability to manage litigated cases independently.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including high-quality drafting and legal research.
• Enthusiasm for personal injury litigation and commitment to client outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage an independent caseload of asbestos and occupational disease claims.
• Assist Partners and senior team members on high-value or complex matters.
• Provide exceptional legal advice and support to clients and their families.
• Engage in business development and build relationships with clients and referrers.

Skills

PQE 1–5 years

Asbestos experience

Litigation management

Oral & written comms

Legal research

Business development

Job description

jobs Verified: 29 Oct 2026 Sheffield or Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Solicitor - Asbestos and Occupational Disease Team

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Organising Institution / Firm

Rolling Basis (Official)

Sheffield or Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Not Specified

1–5 years’ PQE (Post-Qualification Experience) with some Asbestos and Occupational Disease experience; Ability to manage litigated cases independently; Excellent oral and written communication skills.

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Full Opportunity Brief

Solicitor - Asbestos and Occupational Disease Team

Organization: Irwin Mitchell
Location: Sheffield or Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Experience: 1–5 years PQE

Contextual Overview

Irwin Mitchell is seeking a Solicitor with 1–5 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) to join its specialist Asbestos and Occupational Disease Team. The role involves managing a high-quality caseload of asbestos-related and non-asbestos respiratory conditions, including mesothelioma, asbestosis, and silicosis, while collaborating with colleagues in Newcastle and Leeds.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• 1–5 years’ PQE with specific experience in Asbestos and Occupational Disease law.
• Demonstrated ability to manage litigated cases independently.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including high-quality drafting and legal research.
• Enthusiasm for personal injury litigation and commitment to client outcomes.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Manage an independent caseload of asbestos and occupational disease claims.
• Assist Partners and senior team members on high-value or complex matters.
• Provide exceptional legal advice and support to clients and their families.
• Engage in business development and build relationships with clients and referrers.
• Stipend/Salary: Not specified in source.
• Leave: 25 days annual holiday plus bank holidays; option to purchase up to 35 hours of extra holiday.
• Health: Westfield Health membership and Aviva Digital GP services.
• Well-being: Two fully paid volunteering days per year; access to mental health initiatives.
• Work Style: Hybrid working available subject to role and client requirements (Flexible by Choice programme).