Senior Lawyer (Industrial Disease)

TL;DR

Senior Lawyer (Industrial Disease): Manage varied high-value Multi Track caseloads from instruction to trial with an accent on strategy development, complex evidence investigation, and confident litigation. Focus on supervising colleagues, providing technical guidance, shaping case strategies, and maintaining best practices.

Location: Hybrid in Leeds

Salary: £55,434 - £58,419 / year

Company

Leading social justice law firm with 100 years of experience fighting for injured workers' rights, employing 800 staff across 18 UK offices, specializing in personal injury, industrial diseases, and trade union law.

What you will do

• Manage high-value Multi Track caseloads for occupational illnesses including NIHL, HAVS, asthma, WRULD, and stress-related conditions from initial instruction through to trial.
• Develop case strategies, investigate complex evidence, and handle litigation confidently.
• Supervise and support colleagues by providing technical guidance and helping shape case strategies.
• Contribute to maintaining best practices across the team through mentorship and collaboration.
• Deliver technically excellent and compassionate client service in life-changing circumstances.

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer with solid track record in industrial disease claims (NIHL, HAVS, asthma, WRULD, stress or similar).
• Strong experience in Multi Track litigation, including costs, funding, and complex case handling.
• Ability to supervise, guide, and develop colleagues supportively.
• Compassionate, client-centred approach for sensitive situations.

Culture & Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme, permanent health insurance, and life assurance.
• Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash) and Employee Assistance Programme.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 5 additional days over Christmas.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay, cycle to work scheme, and subsidised sports/social club.
• 4,500 car allowance, annual travel/parking loans, and financial assistance for professional development.

Hiring process

• Stage 1: Application review.
• Stage 2: Phone screen.
• Stage 3: Interview.