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Clayton Legal
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3 weeks ago
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Industrial Disease Fee Earner Chester (Hybrid after probation)
Salary: £, – £, DOE + Profit Share
Type: Full-Time, Office-Based (Hybrid available post-probation)

Are you an experienced Personal Injury professional looking for your next challenge?


Join a thriving and forward-thinking law firm with a reputation for excellence in Industrial Disease claims. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of your own caseload and work on high-quality asbestos, military noise-induced hearing loss, and other complex disease compensation matters.


About the Firm:


This is not your average law firm. % employee-owned, every team member has a genuine voice and a direct share in the firm’s success. The environment is collaborative, supportive, and built on trust where your ideas matter and your contribution is valued.


Expect a vibrant workplace, plenty of opportunities to progress, and a culture that champions learning, growth, and wellbeing.


The Role:


You’ll be a key member of the Industrial Disease team, managing your own caseload and delivering an exceptional client experience from initial instruction through to settlement.


Key Responsibilities:

Handling your own caseload of industrial disease and personal injury claims.


Liaising with clients, medical experts, and third parties.
Drafting witness statements, legal documents, and correspondence.
Managing files through the firm’s case management system (LEAP).
Handling new enquiries efficiently and maintaining strong client relationships.
Taking full ownership of each case, ensuring timely and effective resolution.

About You:


You’ll be confident, self-sufficient, and experienced in managing a caseload of Personal Injury matters ideally within industrial disease.


Requirements:

Strong background in Personal Injury; industrial disease experience highly desirable.


Proven track record of running your own caseload independently.
Excellent communication, organisation, and client care skills.
Attention to detail and ability to prioritise under pressure.
Proficient with case management systems (LEAP experience advantageous).
A proactive, “can-do” attitude with commercial awareness.

Experience with asbestos and noise-induced hearing loss claims would be advantageous however, full training will be provided.


What’s on Offer

Salary: £, – £, (DOE)


Profit Share: As an employee-owner, you’ll share directly in the firm’s success.
Annual Leave: days + bank holidays + 3 extra days over Christmas.
Hybrid Working: After successful completion of probation.
Health Plan & EAP: Claim back costs for dental, optical, and more plus access to a Virtual GP.
Pension Scheme: Company contribution via Nest.
Career Development: Funded qualifications, study leave, and clear progression routes.
Employee Perks: Birthday gifts, social events, enhanced maternity pay, and generous staff discounts on legal fees.

If you’re passionate about achieving justice for clients and want to be part of a firm that truly values and rewards its people we’d love to hear from you.

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