Solicitor - Industrial Disease

Slater Gordon; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer law firm is seeking a Solicitor to join their Industrial Disease team in Manchester. The role involves working on cases related to asbestos-related illnesses, offering a chance to collaborate with award-winning lawyers. The firm promotes a flexible work environment and offers competitive benefits including generous holiday, pension, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

25 days holiday (plus 5 optional days)

Pension

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection

Qualifications

• Strong background in handling asbestos-related cases.
• Experience in representing affected families.
• Knowledge of legal issues regarding occupational diseases.

Responsibilities

• Handle cases related to asbestos diseases like mesothelioma and lung cancer.
• Provide legal advice and representation to affected clients.
• Work within a team of award-winning lawyers in an agile environment.

Skills

Asbestos-related cases

Legal research

Client consultation

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Job Title: Solicitor - Industrial Disease, Manchester

Client:

Slater Gordon

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

8

Posted:

18.06.2025

Expiry Date:

02.08.2025

Job Description:

We are actively recruiting a talented Lawyer to join our Industrial Disease team in Manchester, Sheffield, or Newcastle. The team, led by Jordan Bell, handles cases related to asbestos diseases (such as mesothelioma, asbestosis, and pleural thickening), hearing loss & deafness, occupational cancers, and respiratory illnesses.

We seek candidates with a strong background in asbestos-related cases, including mesothelioma, asbestos exposure, pleural thickening, lung cancer, and representing families of those affected by asbestos-related diseases.

This role offers an opportunity to work with award-winning lawyers in a flexible, agile environment, with a competitive salary and benefits including 25 days holiday (plus 5 optional days), pension, private medical insurance, life assurance, and income protection.

Slater and Gordon is a leading consumer law firm committed to providing accessible, world-class legal services supported by innovative technology. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive culture where all employees can thrive.