Senior Solicitor – Large Loss (Hybrid) | Prestigious UK Law Firm | Belfast
Are you a seasoned solicitor looking to take the next step in your career? Do you want to work on high-value, complex cases with a top-tier law firm? We are proud to partner with a prestigious UK law firm that is seeking a highly skilled Senior Solicitor to join their Large Loss Team in Belfast .
Why Join?
* Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 – Competitive and commensurate with experience.
* Work on Multi-Million-Pound Cases – Get hands-on experience managing catastrophic injury claims, including brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, and fatal injury cases .
* High-Profile Clients – Collaborate with well-established insurance clients and provide strategic legal advice on some of the most challenging cases.
* Career Progression – Join a law firm that values talent, offering structured career growth opportunities and mentorship .
* Flexible Hybrid Working – Balance your professional and personal life with a modern hybrid working model .
* Market-Leading Benefits Package – Enjoy a highly competitive salary, private medical insurance, pension contributions, bonus incentives, and more .
The Role
As a Senior Solicitor, you will:
* Collaborate with the Lead Lawyer to handle high-value, complex High Court cases .
* Manage your own caseload of claims valued between £100k-£250k, including casualty and motor claims.
* Provide expert legal advice on indemnity, liability, causation, and quantum .
* Conduct forensic analysis of medical and liability evidence, prepare chronologies, and identify key legal issues.
* Engage with senior claims handlers from insurance clients, ensuring a high level of client service .
* Draft pleadings, applications, witness statements, and technical legal advice .
* Instruct counsel and attend high-level legal proceedings, including conferences, JSMs, mediations, and court hearings .
* Support and mentor junior legal professionals, contributing to team development.
What We Are Looking For
* Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent relevant legal experience).
* Proven experience handling high-value claims in indemnity, liability, and quantum .
* Expertise in cases involving complex medical issues is highly desirable.
* Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills, with strong attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently while collaborating with senior stakeholders and insurer clients.
* A strong track record of meeting performance targets while delivering top-quality legal work.
Outstanding Benefits & Perks
* Market-Leading Salary (£55,000 - £65,000) & Bonus Incentive Plan
* 25 Days Holiday (increasing with service) + Buy/Sell Option
* Private Medical Insurance (including Family Cover option)
* Death in Service Benefit
* Critical Illness Cover
* Income Protection & Pension Contributions
Join a Leading Firm & Elevate Your Career!
This is a rare opportunity to join a top-tier legal team, work on challenging and rewarding cases, and gain exposure to complex, high-value litigation. If you're a motivated Senior Solicitor looking to make a real impact, we want to hear from you!
For a confidential discussion, apply via the link or contact Ciaran Gallagher today.
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