Location: Cardiff, South Glamorgan, Wales, UKThe role We are currently looking for two Solicitors (0-3 year PQE) to join the military department, particularly focusing on military deafness and non-freezing cold injury cases. Military deafnessAn estimated 300,000 ex-armed forces personnel in the UK suffer from noise-induced hearing loss and tinnitus. These injuries are not inevitable consequences of military life and the MoD has a duty of care to safeguard employees from the risk of hearing damage. Duties will include:taking initial enquiries from clientsand drafting witness evidenceconsidering and managinga high volume ofdisclosure of documentsupdating clients on their claimdealing with telephone enquiries from clientsassisting in instructing counselpreparation of court documentspreparation of detailed schedules of lossassessing complex medical conditions and consideration of medical issues/ reports review of reports from acoustic engineering expertsreview and advice on offers in respect of breach of duty and quantumNon-freezing cold injuriesAn estimated tens of thousands of ex-armed forces personnel in the UK live with non-freezing cold injuries, including long-term pain, numbness, and hypersensitivity to cold. These injuries are not an inevitable part of military service. The MoD has a duty of care to protect service members from preventable cold exposure and to ensure that adequate training, equipment, and procedures are in place to reduce the risk of cold-related harm.Duties will include:taking initial enquiries from clientsand drafting witness evidenceconsidering and managinga high volume ofdisclosure of documentsupdating clients on their claimdealing with telephone enquiries from clientsassisting in instructing counselpreparation of court documentspreparation of detailed schedules of lossassessing complex medical conditions and consideration of medical issues/ reportsreviewing reports from environmental, occupational health, and military training experts relevant to cold exposurereview and advice on offers in respect of breach of duty and quantumThe successful candidate will be able to proactively manage their own case load with minimal supervision. The role also involves assisting with the supervision on the Paralegal team. Skills & QualificationsExposure to the claimant litigation process is essentialExperience of independently managing a case loadPrevious experience of dealing with noise-induced hearing loss claims would be a distinct advantage, though not essential Organisation skillsAccuracy and attention to detail Excellent client careIf you are interested in learning more or know anyone who would be we encourage you to apply confidentially.TPBN1_UKTJ