Industrial Disease Solicitor (NQ-5 PQE)

Job Description

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Your new company

n Our client is a leading national law firm that is recognised for its specialist claimant personal injury practice. Due to continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an Industrial Disease Solicitor to join a highly regarded team in Manchester.

n You will become part of a collaborative and supportive environment that is committed to delivering exceptional client care whilst providing genuine opportunities for career development and progression.

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Your new role

n This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor through to approximately 5 years' PQE to join an established asbestos and occupational disease team.

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You will manage your own caseload of litigated industrial disease matters whilst supporting senior lawyers on complex and high-value claims. The team acts for individuals suffering from a broad range of occupational illnesses and respiratory conditions, providing meaningful and rewarding work that makes a genuine difference to clients and their families.

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Your responsibilities:

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• Managing a caseload of asbestos and occupational disease claims from inception through to resolution.

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• Handling a range of cases including mesothelioma, asbestos-related lung cancer, asbestosis, pleural thickening, occupational asthma, silicosis and other workplace-related illnesses.

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• Running litigated matters independently with appropriate supervision.

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• Assisting partners and senior solicitors on complex and high-value claims.

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• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and schedules of loss.

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• Liaising with clients, medical experts, counsel and other key stakeholders.

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• Conducting legal research and preparing detailed advice.

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• Building and maintaining strong client and referrer relationships.

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• Contributing to business development and networking activities.

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What you'll need to succeedn  

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• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 0 to 5 years' PQE.

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• Previous experience in industrial disease, asbestos litigation or claimant personal injury.

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• Ability to manage litigated cases with increasing levels of autonomy.

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• Strong drafting, analytical and legal research skills.

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• Excellent communication and client care abilities.

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• A compassionate and empathetic approach when dealing with vulnerable clients and their families.

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• Enthusiasm for industrial disease work and a genuine commitment to securing the best outcomes for clients.

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• A proactive and commercially aware mindset with an interest in business development.

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What you'll get in returnn  

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• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

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• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

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• Exposure to high-quality and complex industrial disease litigation.

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• Structured training and career development opportunities.

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• Opportunity to work alongside recognised specialists in the field.

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• Generous annual leave entitlement with the option to purchase additional holiday.

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• Pension scheme and healthcare benefits.

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• Dedicated wellbeing initiatives and employee support programmes.

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• A genuinely inclusive and supportive working culture.

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What you need to do now

n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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