Solicitor / Senior Solicitor - Disease
Salary: £43,000 to £49,000 + Benefits
Edinburgh, Hybrid Working
We are working in partnership with a leading international law firm to recruit a Solicitor / Senior Solicitor to join their Disease Team based in Edinburgh. This is an exciting opportunity to join a technically excellent and highly regarded team specialising in defender insurance litigation.
With a strong presence across Scotland, this firm is known for its collaborative and supportive culture, offering a platform for ambitious legal professionals to develop their expertise alongside market-leading specialists in occupational disease claims.
The Role
As part of a dynamic and growing team, you will manage your own caseload of defender disease matters while supporting on complex and high-value litigation. This position offers exposure to a broad range of interesting and challenging cases, including:
* Managing a varied caseload of defender disease claims including NIHL, HAVS, asbestos related, and other long tail disease matters.
* Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and instructions to Counsel and experts.
* Conducting legal research and analysis on technical issues.
* Liaising with clients, witnesses, and opposing parties in a professional and timely manner.
* Contributing to business development and knowledge-sharing initiatives within the team.
What We’re Looking For
* Background in defender disease or personal injury litigation.
* Strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
* A proactive, detail-focused team player with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Genuine enthusiasm for developing a career within occupational disease and insurance litigation.
What’s On Offer
You’ll join a forward-thinking firm that values collaboration, flexibility, and continuous professional growth. The firm offers:
* Hybrid working with 2–3 days in the Edinburgh office per week
* Structured training and mentoring from senior specialists
* Opportunities for progression and career development
* A supportive and inclusive culture with a focus on wellbeing and work-life balance
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated junior solicitor looking to build a long-term career in defender insurance litigation with a respected and expanding team.