Senior Solicitor (Large Loss)

Job Description

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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