Solicitor / Legal Executive - Industrial Disease

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm is seeking a Solicitor or Legal Executive for a remote position specializing in industrial disease claims. The ideal candidate will handle a variety of Employer's Liability and Public Liability Disease claims, ensuring high client service delivery. Experience in disease claims is highly desirable. The firm offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in disease claims is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of disease claims including respiratory and occupational diseases.
• Conduct investigations and take witness statements.
• Manage a caseload of litigated claims.

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26.08.2025

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10.10.2025

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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 £55,000

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 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.