Senior Associate Solicitor – Asbestos & Occupational Disease

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Senior Associate to join our specialist Asbestos and Occupational Disease (AOD) team.

Occupational diseases and asbestos-related illnesses can have a devastating impact on individuals and their families, often arising many years after exposure. Our team goes beyond securing compensation; we work closely with clients and their loved ones to provide expert legal advice, access to support, and guidance throughout the claims process.

Acting for clients diagnosed with conditions such as mesothelioma, asbestos-related lung cancer, asbestosis, pleural thickening, occupational asthma, and other workplace-related illnesses, we are committed to securing the best possible outcomes while helping clients and their families navigate challenging circumstances with confidence and dignity.

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive, ideally with 8+ years PQE gained within industrial disease litigation.
• Strong experience managing a litigated caseload of complex and high-value claims.
• Ability to work with empathy, professionalism, and integrity when supporting clients and their families.
• Experience assisting partners and senior team members on technically challenging cases.
• Genuine enthusiasm for asbestos and occupational disease work, with a commitment to securing the best outcomes for clients.
• Strong business development skills and a passion for building relationships with clients, referrers, and professional contacts.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including high-quality drafting, advocacy, and detailed legal research.
• Ability to supervise, mentor, and support more junior team members where required.