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Solicitor - Commercial Litigation (Property Recoveries)

United Kingdom, Belfast · Job Posted March 01, 2026
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Job Description

We are looking for an ambitious Solicitor to join our Property Recoveries team in Belfast. Our specialist team provides expert and practical advice over a range of areas: Subrogated property, Uninsured Loss Recoveries, Recovery of overpayments and duplicate payments, Property damage defence, Property damage indemnity.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage a caseload of pre-litigated and litigated recovery/defence/indemnity files
  • Supervise two colleagues
  • Support the team manager with their cases
  • Support the two paralegals in the team
  • Ensure work is carried out effectively to meet client needs, commercial requirements, and quality standards
  • Ensure trust balances are cleared promptly
  • Devise a clear case strategy
  • Apply appropriate and current technical expertise and case law
  • Ensure cases reach repudiation/settlement and archiving is completed quickly
  • Effectively manage risk and compliance issues
  • Engage with clients to build rapport
  • Contribute to Business Development and client relationship activity

Requirements

  • Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland
  • Ideally has either Property Damage or Litigation experience
  • Interested in and willing to learn the technical aspects of property damage investigation
  • Ability to adopt a commercial perspective to claims settlement
  • Willing to take on client opportunities in person or virtually
  • IT literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Evidence of achievement of personal financial performance
  • Sound understanding of commercial management and financial delivery
  • High level of personal compliance with client SLAs, protocols and KPIs
  • Ability to motivate and support colleagues at all levels
  • Keen eye for detail
  • Organised and able to handle multiple demands and deadlines simultaneously
  • Able to communicate confidently orally and in writing at all levels

Nice to have

Previous knowledge or experience of a case management system

What we offer

  • High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance
  • Well-rounded remuneration package (includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance, discounted gym membership)
  • Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding
  • In person and remote social events
  • Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities
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