Senior Paralegal or NQ Solicitor - Occupational Disease

Why join us?:

The Major Injury and Casualty team at DWF is one of the largest in the UK and is nationally recognised. We act for a large number of well-known insurer clients, handling complex and high-value claims.

This role sits within our Casualty team in Birmingham and requires a motivated Senior Paralegal or NQ Solicitor with experience in Occupational Disease litigation, including NIHL and asbestos related claims. You will work on technically interesting matters, supporting senior fee earners while developing your own expertise in this specialist area.

We offer a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Our commitment to excellence, innovative solutions, and client service ensures that you will be part of a team that is recognised as a leader in the field by international legal directories such as Chambers and the Legal 500.

This role offers a hybrid working pattern from our Birmingham office, with 2-3 days per week in the office.

Responsibilities:

Assist in the handling of defendant personal injury and disease claims, including NIHL and asbestos related matters.

Support senior fee earners with all stages of litigation, including disclosure, witness and expert evidence and preparation for Joint Settlement Meetings (JSMs) and trials.

Act as a trusted and reliable member of the team, taking ownership of allocated tasks such as updating files, reviewing confidential records and liaising with third parties.

Engage with clients, insurers and other stakeholders to gather, organise and progress information effectively.

Provide administrative and case management support to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the legal team.

Progress cases in line with departmental procedures, client service standards and agreed protocols.

What will help you succeed in this role?:

Essential

Experience working on defendant casualty and Occupational Disease litigation and Personal Injury matters, with specific experience in occupational disease claims.

Familiarity with Employer’s Liability (EL) and Public Liability (PL) claims, including managing your own caseload and/or supporting more senior fee earners.

Experience of handling medical records and expert evidence in a litigation context.

Experience using a case management system.

A proven ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships with clients, insurers and colleagues.

Previous experience working within the insurance sector.

What we offer:

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

About us:

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

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