Lead Lawyer Counter-Fraud & High Court Litigation (Belfast) Are you an experienced defendant litigation lawyer looking for a leadership role? Our client, a highly regarded firm, is seeking an experienced Lawyer to take charge of their Counter-Fraud team and oversee a caseload of High Court cases. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a technical leadership role, managing a small team while working on high-value, complex cases. Youll be responsible for team supervision, strategic case handling, business development, and client engagement. The Role This position offers the chance to lead and develop a client-focused team, ensuring technical excellence in handling fraud, liability, and High Court litigation cases. Youll also play a key role in growing the Counter-Fraud team, working closely with both existing and new clients. Your responsibilities will include: ? Managing a caseload of High Court litigation, including fraud and liability claims ? Overseeing the Counter-Fraud team, ensuring robust technical strategies are applied ? Supervising and mentoring a team of lawyers and assistants ? Building strong relationships with insurers and high-profile clients ? Driving business development to grow the firm's fraud litigation practice ? Reviewing and enhancing case strategies to achieve the best client outcomes ? Providing technical training, peer reviews, and performance feedback ? Ensuring compliance with LSNI regulations What You Need ?? Qualified Solicitor with an agreed handling authority of at least six figures ?? Proven leadership & supervision experience ?? Strong technical expertise in fraud, indemnity & liability litigation ?? Experience in client management & business development ?? Excellent advocacy, negotiation & communication skills ?? Ability to develop team members technical skills & performance ?? Experience of trend analysis & strategic case handling Whats on Offer? ?? Senior leadership role with career progression opportunities ?? Competitive salary Davies Incentive Plan ?? 25 days holiday ( buy/sell options) ?? Private medical insurance & healthcare benefits ?? Cycle to Work, Tech & Season Ticket Loan schemes ?? Discounts on retail, travel & leisure This is a fantastic leadership opportunity for a skilled litigator looking to take ownership of a specialist Counter-Fraud team while handling high-value litigation cases. If youre ready for the next step in your career, wed love to hear from you. ?? Apply now to take the lead in a dynamic and growing legal team Skills: Lawyer Solicitor Insurance Litigation