NIHL Paralegal

Paralegal – Industrial Disease
Location: Blackburn
Full-Time

Join one of the North West’s leading law firms!

My client is looking for a driven and dedicated Paralegal to join their specialist Industrial Disease team, with a focus on Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) claims—including those involving the Ministry of Defence.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic legal team making a real difference to the lives of individuals impacted by workplace illness and injury.

If you have prior experience in NIHL matters and a passion for justice, they would love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

- Managing your own caseload of NIHL and industrial disease claims from initial instruction through to settlement or trial.
- Conducting initial assessments, taking detailed witness statements, and securing expert medical evidence.
- Drafting legal documentation including letters of claim, schedules of loss, and court documents.
- Liaising with clients, medical professionals, barristers, insurers, and defendant solicitors.
- Investigating potential breaches under:- Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Noise at Work Regulations 1989
- Health and Safety Regulations 1999
- Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005
- Ensuring procedural compliance with CPR and pre-action protocols.
- Staying up to date with the latest developments in industrial disease litigation.

What they’re looking for

- Solid experience working on Noise Induced Hearing Loss claims.
- In-depth knowledge of UK health & safety legislation and The Limitation Act 1980.
- Excellent client care skills – empathetic, professional, and confident.
- Strong drafting, legal research, and organisational abilities.
- Self-sufficient with the ability to manage a busy caseload independently.
- Proficient in case management systems.

Nice to Have

- Experience with asbestos exposure, HAVs, or respiratory illness claims.
- Familiarity with medical causation and interpreting expert witness reports.

Benefits

We pride ourselves on our inclusive and supportive culture.

You’ll work alongside experienced litigators in a friendly, ambitious team.

We offer:

- A competitive salary dependent on experience
- Career progression opportunities
- Length of service days as well as a day off for your birthday
- Flexibility to work from home two days a month
- Free car parking

Ready to take the leap? Apply now and let’s talk about the impact you can make!

Please send your updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 to discuss the role further.