William James Recruitment
Industrial Disease Litigation Executive
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The Role
Industrial Disease Paralegal – Manchester / Birmingham – Hybrid – up to £35,000
A well-regarded national law firm is seeking an Industrial Disease Paralegal to join its expanding Manchester or Birmingham team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a specialist Industrial Disease department handling complex, technical claims while developing your expertise in a top-tier practice.
Responsibilities
- Managing a caseload of industrial disease claims including HAVS, Short Tail and NIHL
- Investigating liability, quantum and causation across a range of technical matters
- Drafting and reviewing legal documentation and correspondence
- Reviewing medical, occupational and employment records
- Preparing evidence and supporting documentation for litigation
- Liaising with clients, experts and external stakeholders
- Working closely with senior fee earners on complex and higher-value cases
- Ensuring accurate file management and compliance throughout
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The Candidate
- Paralegal with experience assisting on or managing industrial disease files
- Strong understanding of the litigation process
- Familiarity with HAVS, Short Tail or NIHL claims
- Strong academic background
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- Able to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
- Team player with the ability to work independently
- Proactive, detail-focused and committed to high-quality work
The Benefits
- Competitive salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
- 25 days plus 8 bank holidays (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days), increases to 26 days after 5 years’ service and 27 days after 10 years’ service
- Company Pension
- Hybrid working
- Private medical insurance
- Death in Service / Critical Illness cover
- Access to retail discounts and nationwide entertainment offers
- Supportive working environment with clear progression
- Strong training and development opportunities
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How to Apply
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.
Contact: Alice Ferguson, Retained Consultant INDAF
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140
Mobile: 07496 800 407
Email: alice.ferguson@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.
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