Disease Lawyer

About the Company

A growing insurance-focused practice is looking to add a litigation lawyer to its industrial disease offering. This opportunity sits within a well-established national team acting for insurer and corporate clients on complex, high-volume claims.

About the Role

The role will suit someone comfortable running litigated matters and keen to build expertise across occupational disease work. You’ll handle a mix of files including hearing loss, vibration-related conditions and asbestos claims, with the support of a wider team ranging from junior fee earners through to senior specialists.

Responsibilities

• Progressing files from instruction through to resolution.
• Shaping case strategy.
• Preparing formal documentation.
• Instructing counsel.
• Engaging directly with clients and opponents.
• Getting involved in wider client engagement and team growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• A qualified lawyer (or equivalent) with litigation experience.

Required Skills

• Background in defendant personal injury or industrial disease is helpful, but not essential.
• Someone who can take ownership of files and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong organisational skills and a practical, solutions-focused mindset.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider team.
• An interest in developing client relationships and contributing beyond day-to-day casework.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a target-driven environment.
• Confidence in managing competing deadlines.
• Ability to maintain quality standards and contribute to the financial performance of the team.

Pay range and compensation package

In return, you’ll join a structured and supportive team with a steady flow of work, clear expectations and opportunities to progress.

Equal Opportunity Statement

What they’re looking for: A commitment to diversity and inclusivity.