Solicitor / Legal Executive - Industrial Disease

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

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Solicitor or Legal Executive for its Industrial Disease team. This remote position offers an exciting opportunity to manage various disease claims, including respiratory and occupational cancer cases. Ideal candidates will have experience in personal injury law and a strong background in complex litigation, contributing to a dynamic client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal injury or civil litigation preferred.
• Background in disease claims or Employers' liability claims is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations and take witness statements.
• Collaborate with a skilled disease team.
• Handle claims for insurers and government authorities.

Skills

Personal Injury Law

Civil Litigation

Disease Claims

Client Relationship Management

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Solicitor / Legal Executive - Industrial Disease, Ipswich

Client:

Bydand Recruitment Group

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Remote

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct investigations, take witness statements, 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 high-level client service at all stages

The ideal candidate

Experience in personal injury or civil litigation, ideally with a background in disease claims or Employers' liability claims, is preferred.

Apply Now to join a leading department with learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing progression.