Industrial Disease Paralegal

Industrial Disease Paralegal
Location:  Manchester, M2 5AD (Hybrid/Remote)
Salary: £25,000
Hours: Mon – Fri 09:00 – 17:00 (Full-Time)

Overview
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an organised and motivated Industrial Disease Paralegal to join a well-established national law firm known for its modern and people-focused culture. You will support experienced solicitors on a high-quality caseload involving NIHL, asbestos-related claims, HAVS, dermatitis, and other occupational disease matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with a varied caseload of industrial disease claims from initial instruction to settlement.
• Draft legal documents, witness statements, court forms, and correspondence.
• Conduct initial client calls, gather evidence, and maintain regular communication throughout each claim.
• Request medical, employment, and HMRC records and carry out relevant research.
• Liaise with clients, defendants, medical experts, and third parties to progress files efficiently.
• Prepare court bundles and support solicitors with litigation tasks.
• Maintain accurate case management and ensure compliance with deadlines and procedures.

Requirements

• Experience within personal injury or industrial disease work is highly beneficial.
• Good understanding of the litigation process, ideally within claimant PI.
• Excellent drafting, organisation, and communication skills.
• Competency using case management systems and general IT tools.
• A proactive, professional, and client-centred approach.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy and sell annual leave.
• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews.
• Pension scheme.
• Health & wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme and life assurance.
• Structured training and development programmes with clear progression pathways.

If you are interested in this role contact Isabel at HarKaye or Apply Now!