An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Disease Solicitor to join a nationally renowned law firm in their Rochdale office! This is a great opportunity to take a role within a well-established practice from their Rochdale office. You will be joining a growing team which has a great reputation for both client and employee care. This role gives you the opportunity to work within a thriving team for a range of high-profile insurers as well as corporate and public bodies. The firm have a fantastic reputation and they pride themselves on their track-record of defending claims for clients such as these. Working with their clients, they provide exceptional service and value for money. You will work on a broad range of disease related issues which the firm have a proven track record of defending. The claims can be complex in nature, with multiple clients/insurers involved, so experience within this area would be necessary to defend these claims effectively. This is an opportunity to work within a nationally renowned firm with real scope for development and progression in your career. With access to high-value, high-quality work, you will be able to develop your skills as a solicitor whilst maintain the excellent standard of work the firm is so well known for. Our client is ideally looking for someone who is 3+ PQE. However, if you feel you have the suitable skills and sit outside of these parameters, other applicants are welcome to apply. The firm pride themselves on their client facing work and understand there is a person behind every case. You will be given the ability to help and support your clients in all Disease related issues and help maintain the carefully crafted, friendly culture the company is so well known for. This is an opportunity to embed yourself in a unique and forward-thinking law firm who pride themselves on both the treatment of their clients and colleagues, creating a fun and welcoming atmosphere for everyone to reap the benefits of.
We are looking for an experienced Pre-Litigation Fee Earner in the Industrial Disease area of law To manage a caseload efficiently and effectively. You will be maintaining an independent caseload from inception to settlement or issuing. Responsibilities will involve handling a varied case load of pre-litigation Industrial Disease work. This role would suit an experienced Paralegal/Fee earner or Legal Executive who is looking to propel their career, however applications from varied experienced personnel is also encouraged as the firm offers training facilities to assist with career progression. Duties and Responsibilities Proactively working to settle claims on favourable terms for the client within our operational policy and the relevant guidelines. Liaising with relevant parties and experts associated with the claim. Providing excellent customer service and ensuring cases are rotated and actioned within the guidelines whilst maintaining WIP. Liaising with the overall department about case strategy and progression. Previous experience in dealing with NIHL/Industrial Disease claims is essential. Key Skills Passionate about customer service and care. Work well within a fast paced and close knit team environment. Good computer literacy and keyboard skills. Team working. Excellent communication skills. Ability to organise and prioritise your workload. Target / goal driven. Experience with MOJ portal and Proclaim is desirable. Managing a caseload