AssociateJunior Associate, Defence Insurance, Belfast

Clyde & Co; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a Junior Associate / Associate to join its Defence Insurance team in Belfast. This role includes handling personal injury litigations, managing complex legal issues, and client interactions. The successful candidate will benefit from a supportive environment, learning opportunities, and a hybrid work model, providing flexibility. Ideal for someone with a background in personal injury litigation. Candidates with no experience in defence insurance claims are also welcome to apply.

Benefits

Access to learning and development opportunities

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Experience in personal injury litigation is highly preferred.
• Ability to adapt in a demanding fast-paced environment.
• Focus on delivering high-quality service to clients.

Responsibilities

• Acting on behalf of insurance companies and self-insured organizations.
• Handling a varied caseload and appearing in court.
• Conducting investigations and managing files.
• Drafting legal documents and client communications.

Skills

Personal injury litigation

Adaptability

Client service focus

Handling complex legal issues

Job description

Junior Associate / Associate (NQ-5) - Defence Insurance - Belfast

We are looking for a Junior Associate / Associate (NQ-5 years PQE) to join our defence insurance team to be based in the Belfast office.

The Role

Our team covers a wide range of litigation including motor disease employers liability and public liability claims. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding team within our multi-award-winning firm.

The role is based in our Belfast office and requires regular communication with clients nationally. We have a collaborative supportive team working in a modern flexible environment.

The successful candidate should preferably have experience in personal injury. Previous experience in dealing with defence insurance claims will be an advantage but is not essential. This is an opportunity to take a lead in a growing area where the law is developing and the work is challenging.

Please note that our PQE levels are a guide and all suitable candidates will be considered.

Essential Skills & Experience

• You will be a highly determined individual able to adapt well within a demanding fast‑paced team.
• You will have experience of personal injury litigation.
• You will enjoy being challenged by complex legal issues and expanding your knowledge.
• You will be focussed on delivering a highly professional service to clients including compliance with client SLAs and MI requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Working with all members of the team and you will be exposed to a variety of work but predominantly acting on behalf of a range of insurance companies and self‑insured commercial organisations.
• Assisting and handling a varied caseload as well as appearing regularly in the Court.
• Carrying out investigations with policyholders and taking witness statements reviewing and interpreting medical records and medical reports.
• Identifying information requirements and securing required documentation / evidence from Plaintiffs representatives.
• Adhering to reporting and reserving requirements in relation to different client SLAs.
• File Management – including initial reports updating reports and correspondence.
• Attending and appearing at court and pre‑trial meetings and adhering to court timetables.
• You will support the Partners in servicing existing clients growing new business and maintaining relationships with clients using technical excellence and innovation.
• Drafting of all legal documents and client advice.
• Dealing with interlocutory proceedings Court Reviews and client meetings.
• Supporting marketing and business development activity with the team and the wider Clyde & Co casualty group.

In return you will benefit from being part of an organisation that is genuinely committed to its people. Within our friendly department you will have access to a range of learning and development opportunities designed to support your ongoing progression.

We offer hybrid working with 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home.

For a confidential conversation please contact Sarah Kennedy or apply today through the link provided.

Clyde & Co are committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of employment.

The Firm

When you work at Clyde & Co you join a team of 500 partners, 2400 lawyers, 3200 legal professionals and 5500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery for both our clients and our firm. We work as one excel with clients celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work volunteering and charitable partnerships and minimising the impact it has on the environment including through our commitment to the SBTi Net‑Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

Our Commitment

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process.

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Job Details

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1