Senior Solicitor – Large Loss (Hybrid | Market-Leading Flexibility & Benefits)
Location: Belfast
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 + outstanding benefits

We’re proud to be working with a prestigious UK law firm renowned for delivering complex, high-value legal work – and equally recognised as a leader in flexible working and employee wellbeing. Their Belfast office is growing, and they are now seeking an experienced Senior Solicitor to join their Large Loss team.

This is a standout opportunity to handle serious, high-profile High Court claims while benefiting from a hybrid working model and one of the best benefits packages in the market.

The Role:
In this key role, you will:

• Assist the Lead Lawyer on catastrophic injury cases, including brain and spinal injuries, amputations, and fatal accidents

• Manage your own portfolio of significant cases valued between £100k-£250k

• Provide strategic legal advice on indemnity, liability, causation, and quantum

• Conduct detailed analysis of medical and liability evidence

• Liaise directly with senior insurer clients to ensure exceptional client service

• Draft pleadings, witness statements, applications, and technical advice

• Attend and prepare for conferences, mediations, JSMs, and court hearings

• Mentor and support Legal Assistants and Paralegals within the team

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Solicitor with strong litigation experience (NI and/or England & Wales)

• Background in handling complex injury claims or large loss cases

• Strong technical, analytical, and drafting skills

• Proven ability to build client relationships and work collaboratively in a team

• High levels of accuracy, attention to detail, and commercial awareness

Why Join This Firm?
This is more than just a legal role – it’s a chance to join a progressive, people-first firm that truly values flexibility, development, and wellbeing.

Benefits include:

• Hybrid working model with long-term flexibility

• Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 depending on experience

• Annual bonus scheme

• 25 days holiday (rising with service) + option to buy/sell

• Private Medical Insurance (family cover available)

• Death in Service benefit & Critical Illness Cover

• Income Protection (PHI)

• Enhanced pension contributions

• Supportive culture with career development opportunities

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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Skills:
Solicitor Senior Litigation