At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage NIHL claims and assist with complex litigation cases.
- Company: Join a leading law firm with a focus on industrial disease work.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training opportunities, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a difference in people's lives while developing your legal skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in litigation preferred, but training provided for the right candidate.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for a file handler within our litigation team based predominantly out of the Liverpool office. The team undertakes a full range of industrial disease work, predominantly on behalf of large insurer clients.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of litigated NIHL claims effectively and efficiently.
- Assist Partners and Associates with their complex and high‑value caseloads.
- Draft full strategy reports and advices.
- Undertake legal research and investigations.
- Draft pleadings.
- Attend conferences, court and client meetings.
- Communicate with clients, counsel and other parties.
- Involvement in business development and profile‑raising initiatives as well as alignment to relevant segment/sector groups.
- Complete client and internal MI procedures.
- Achieve set financial and chargeable targets.
- Ensure relevant deadlines, quality measures, SLAs and KPIs are adhered to.
- Comply with relevant policies and procedures.
- Work in accordance with Weightmans’ values.
This list is not intended to be exhaustive and you will be expected to perform other duties and have other responsibilities that fall within the wider remit of the role.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- Ideally, you will have previous experience in NIHL claims, although training in relation to complex claims will be provided as required.
- Litigation experience.
- Extensive litigation experience with proven technical ability and record of achievement.
- Ability to work to deadlines / targets, to prioritise and manage a caseload and deliver effective solutions.
- Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative with a positive attitude.
- A commercial, solution-driven and client-focused approach.
- Strong legal and analytical skills with an eye for detail.
- Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexible approach and agile working.
- Excellent IT skills.
Disease Litigation Handler in Leicester employer: Weightmans LLP
Weightmans is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Liverpool where you can thrive as a Disease Litigation Handler. With a strong focus on employee development, we provide comprehensive training and support for your career growth, alongside a collaborative culture that values innovation and teamwork. Enjoy the unique advantage of working with a diverse range of high-profile clients while achieving a healthy work-life balance in a vibrant city.
