Solicitor / Legal Executive - Industrial Disease

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its Industrial Disease litigation team in Basingstoke. The successful candidate will handle various disease claims including respiratory, lung, and asbestos-related issues, delivering exceptional service in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Background in disease claims or Employers' liability claims is highly desirable.
• Experience as a personal injury or civil litigator.
• Proven track record in handling litigation cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of litigated disease-related injury claims.
• Conduct investigations and take witness statements.
• Liaise with third parties and support Partners in client relationships.

Skills

Negotiation

Client Service

Litigation

Education

Law Degree

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Solicitor / Legal Executive - Industrial Disease, Basingstoke

Client:

Bydand Recruitment Group

Location:

Basingstoke

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2023

Expiry Date:

15.07.2023

Job Description:

Solicitor / Legal Executive - Industrial Disease

Experienced Fee Earner - This Legal 500 Law firm is seeking an experienced fee earner to join its specialist disease litigation team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a unique and technical area of litigation, focusing on the defence of various disease claims.

Title: Solicitor or Legal Executive

Location: Remote

Salary: Up to £50,000

Previous Experience: A background in disease claims

About the Role

The successful applicant will handle a wide variety of Employer's Liability & Public Liability Disease claims including respiratory and lung disease, skin disease, vibration injuries, and occupational cancer, including asbestos-related diseases.

The firm boasts an impressive client base, including insurers, reinsurers, TPAs, local authorities, and corporates. Experience in disease claims is highly desirable.

Alongside managing and progressing a caseload of litigated disease-related injury claims, you will:

• Conduct investigations, take witness statements, and review medical records and reports
• Collaborate with a large, experienced disease team
• Handle various work on behalf of insurers, reinsurers, and government authorities
• Identify evidence requirements and liaise with third parties for documentation
• Support Partners in growing and maintaining client relationships
• Provide a high level of client service, ensuring professional service delivery at all stages

The ideal candidate

The firm is looking for experienced personal injury or civil litigators, ideally with a background in disease claims or Employers' liability claims.

Apply Now to join a leading department where you will have access to a range of learning and development opportunities designed to support your ongoing progression.