Industrial Disease Paralegal

A growing, reputable Law Firm in Blackburn is looking for a driven and dedicated Industrial Disease paralegal with a focus on Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) claims – including Ministry of Defence.

Role Responsibilities:

• Manage NIHL and industrial disease claims from start to finish.
• Conduct assessments, take witness statements, and secure medical evidence.
• Draft legal documents, including claim letters and court papers.
• Liaise with clients, medical professionals, barristers, insurers, and defendants.
• Investigate breaches of health and safety regulations.
• Ensure compliance with CPR and pre-action protocols.
• Stay updated on industrial disease litigation developments.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience handling a caseload of Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) Industrial Disease claims.
• Excellent client care, legal research, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload independently.
• Proficient in case management systems.

Desirable:

• Experience with asbestos, HAVs, or respiratory illness claims.
• Knowledge of medical causation and expert reports.

What’s on offer?

• Competitive salary up to £35,000 and career progression.
• Length of service days and birthday off.
• Flexible work options (2 days a month from home).
• Supportive, inclusive team culture.

Please contact Grace Bolton at Miller Grace for more information on this role or apply to be immediately considered!