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jobs Verified: 4 Aug 2026 Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom (Hybrid; also Newport or Valleys)

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Yolk Recruitment Ltd

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Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom (Hybrid; also Newport or Valleys)

None (salary £40,000 - £50,000 per annum)

Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years PQE; experience in claimant or defendant disease litigation; strong technical knowledge and case management skills; excellent communication and client care abilities; proactive approach and desire to develop within a specialist team.

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The legal profession in Wales is quietly undergoing a transformation, and nowhere is that more evident than in the growing demand for specialist disease solicitors. Yolk Recruitment Ltd has recently posted a vacancy for a Disease Solicitor in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom, offering a competitive salary of £40,000–£50,000 and hybrid working. This is not just another job posting—it's an invitation to join a niche practice area where experience is valued, caseloads are meaningful, and career progression is deliberate.

Disease litigation is a fascinating and deeply human area of law. It involves representing clients who have developed serious illnesses—often industrial diseases like mesothelioma, asbestos is, occupational asthma, or noise-induced hearing loss—as a result of negligent exposure to harmful substances. Unlike fast-moving corporate disputes, disease claims require meticulous evidence gathering, medical expert input, and a genuine commitment to securing justice for individuals and families.

Cardiff, as the capital of Wales, has become a significant hub for personal injury and clinical negligence work. The city is home to several forward-thinking firms and is conveniently located for clients across South Wales, the Valleys, and beyond. For a solicitor with 2+ years' PQE looking to specialise or deepen expertise in this field, this role offers an ideal environment.

The job description makes it clear that you'll be managing a varied caseload of disease litigation matters. Day-to-day responsibilities are likely to include:

• Conducting initial client consultations and assessing the merits of potential claims
• Gathering and analysing medical records, occupational history, and witness statements
• Instructing counsel and medical experts
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and settlement proposals
• Negotiating with insurers and opposing parties
• Attending case management conferences and trials
• Keeping clients informed and managing expectations throughout the process

The role is open to both claimant and defendant practitioners, which is a notable advantage. It means that whether your background is in fighting for claimants or representing insurers, your transferable skills are recognised and valued.

Yolk Recruitment Ltd is well-known in Wales for connecting top legal talent with firms on a growth journey. The recruiter handling this vacancy,
Daniel Mason
, is an award-winning legal recruiter and headhunter. He understands the local market intimately and has a track record of placing solicitors in roles where they can thrive. Applying through a recruiter can give you access to confidential insights about the firm, the team culture, and the realistic salary range—insights you simply cannot get from a generic job board.

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