Disease Senior Lawyer

Make your expertise count. Change lives. Shape a team. Thompsons Solicitors is expanding our respected Industrial Disease team in Leeds, Birmingham, Newcastle, Bristol and the North West — and we’re looking for a Senior Lawyer who’s ready to make a real impact on both clients and colleagues. Our team represents individuals affected by serious occupational illnesses, including NIHL, HAVS, occupational asthma, WRULD, stress-related conditions and other complex disease claims. Many clients are navigating life‑changing circumstances, and we’re proud to deliver a service that is both technically excellent and deeply human. The role... You’ll manage a varied, high‑value Multi Track caseload from initial instruction through to trial, developing strategy, investigating complex evidence and litigating confidently. As a senior lawyer in the team, you’ll also play a key part in supervising and supporting colleagues. You’ll provide technical guidance, help shape case strategies, and contribute to maintaining best practice across the team. While this isn’t a formal line management role, your expertise, mentorship and collaborative style will help others grow — and strengthen the team as a whole. What You’ll Bring We’re keen to hear from qualified lawyers with: · A solid track record of handling industrial disease claims (NIHL, HAVS, asthma, WRULD, stress or similar) Strong experience in Multi Track litigation, including costs, funding and complex case handling The ability to supervise, guide and develop colleagues in a supportive, constructive way A compassionate, client‑centred approach when dealing with sensitive and often challenging situations If you’re looking for a role where your skills genuinely change lives, and where your leadership helps shape a high‑performing, specialist team, this could be your next step. What we offer... Contributory pension scheme 4,500 car allowance Permanent health insurance Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash) Life assurance 25days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays) 5 days additional leave over Christmas Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Cycle to work scheme Subsidised sports and social club Annual travel and parking loans Financial assistance for professional development