Solicitor / Legal Executive - Industrial Disease

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Glasgow is seeking a Solicitor / Legal Executive specializing in Industrial Disease claims. This role offers the chance to handle a diverse range of Employer's Liability and Public Liability claims, with a focus on respiratory diseases and occupational hazards. Join a well-respected team and enjoy opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal injury or civil litigation.
• Background in disease claims or Employers' Liability claims desirable.

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

Disease Claims

Litigation

Client Service

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Solicitor / Legal Executive - Industrial Disease, Glasgow

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Client:

Bydand Recruitment Group

Location:

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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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 defense 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 a variety of 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.