Industrial Disease Paralegal

Job details

Posted Thursday 08 January 2026
Salary £25,000 - £40,000
Location Birmingham
Job type Permanent
Discipline Paralegal
Reference 1474
Recruiter Name Nicholas Fear

Industrial Disease Paralegal | Leading Team | Birmingham | Hybird

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Paralegal to join a specialist Industrial Disease team based in Birmingham. The role sits within a defendant-focused practice, acting for insurers and major corporate clients on complex industrial disease litigation.

A core part of the team’s work is noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) claims, and this experience is essential for this role.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Supporting solicitors on a caseload of industrial disease claims, with a focus on NIHL
  • Reviewing and analysing medical evidence, audiology reports and disclosure
  • Drafting correspondence, pleadings and procedural documents
  • Liaising with clients, experts, counsel and third parties
  • Assisting with case strategy, deadlines and trial preparation

About You

To be successful in this role, you must have:

  • Previous experience as a paralegal handling noise induced hearing loss claims
  • A good understanding of industrial disease litigation procedures
  • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
  • The ability to manage tasks independently while working as part of a team
  • A professional and proactive approach to client service

Why Join?

  • Hybrid working
  • Exposure to high-quality defendant work within a specialist team
  • Clear career development and progression opportunities
  • The chance to move internally into other practice areas as your career develops
  • A supportive, collaborative and inclusive working environment

Next Steps

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:
0161 672 3112
nicholas.fear@saccomann.com