Job description
Solicitor - Motor Injury & Casualty
Location: Belfast (Hybrid Working Available)
The Role
We are working with a leading international law firm to recruit a Solicitor to join its specialist Motor Injury & Casualty team in Belfast.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a high-performing and collaborative department handling a wide range of insurance litigation matters. The role will suit a solicitor with a solid background in defendant litigation who is keen to develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
The team deals with complex and challenging claims on behalf of major insurer and corporate clients, offering exposure to high-quality work and the opportunity to build strong technical and client-facing skills.
About the Position
The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing their own caseload of litigated files, working on matters including motor-related injury claims, casualty disputes, and associated insurance litigation.
You will be involved in all aspects of the claims process, from early investigation through to negotiation, settlement, or trial where required. The role offers significant variety and the chance to work closely with experienced colleagues and industry experts.
This is a hybrid role with a blend of office and remote working.
Key Responsibilities
Managing a portfolio of litigated motor injury and casualty claims
Reviewing and assessing liability, quantum, and strategy
Drafting legal documentation and correspondence
Instructing and liaising with counsel and expert witnesses
Advising clients on risk, strategy, and case progression
Negotiating settlements and conducting advocacy where appropriate
Ensuring files are progressed efficiently and in line with professional standards
Working collaboratively within a specialist litigation team
About You
The firm is open to hearing from solicitors with a background in litigation who are looking to progress within a specialist insurance environment.
You are likely to have:
Experience handling litigated cases within personal injury, motor, casualty, or general insurance disputes
A practical understanding of civil litigation procedures
Strong organisational and file management skills
The ability to work independently while also contributing to a team
Excellent communication and client relationship abilities
A proactive and commercially minded approach
Experience dealing with higher-value or more complex claims would be advantageous, but not essential.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Access to structured training and professional development
A supportive and inclusive working culture
The opportunity to work on high-quality litigation for leading clients
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market-leading firm that invests in its people and offers genuine long-term career progression.
For further information on this job, or any other Legal job in Belfast or Northern Ireland, apply via the link or contact Ciaran Gallagher for a confidential chat today.
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