Defence Litigation Solicitor

Artemis Search & Selection Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial law firm in Belfast is seeking an experienced Insurance Solicitor to manage defendant litigation matters. You will work with high-profile clients, including major insurers and healthcare providers. The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years PQE with a strong background in personal injury or clinical negligence. This role offers excellent support for career progression in a top-tier team with a focus on wellbeing and flexibility.

Benefits

Performance Bonus

Pension Fund

Paid Holidays

Mobile Phone

Laptop

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with around 2–5 years PQE, flexible depending on experience.
• Solid background in defendant litigation, preferably in personal injury or clinical negligence.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of defendant litigation matters.
• Advising a high-profile client base including leading insurers.
• Participating in client meetings and case strategy.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Case management skills

Interest in complex litigation

Education

Qualified Solicitor (NI or England & Wales)

Job description

Overview

Insurance Solicitor – Belfast

I'm currently partnering with one of Northern Ireland’s most respected commercial law firms, which is seeking to expand its Defence Litigation team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified solicitor with strong experience in defendant personal injury or clinical negligence work to join a market-leading team handling high-quality, complex cases on behalf of major insurers, healthcare organisations, and self-insured clients.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of defendant litigation matters, including EL/PL and clinical negligence.
• Advising a high-profile client base, including leading insurers and healthcare providers.
• Working alongside top-ranked partners and associates in a collaborative, high-performing environment.
• Participating in client meetings, case strategy, and business development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor (NI or England & Wales) with around 2–5 years PQE (flexible depending on experience).
• Solid background in defendant litigation (personal injury or clinical negligence preferred).
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and case management skills.
• A genuine interest in developing expertise in complex litigation work.

Why consider this role?

• Join a top-tier litigation team with access to some of the most complex and high-value defence work in NI.
• Excellent support for career progression and specialist development.
• A professional yet down-to-earth working culture with a strong focus on wellbeing and flexibility.

Interested? If you'd like to learn more about this opportunity (or similar roles in the market), feel free to reach out to Ciara O'Connor for a confidential conversation.

Benefits

• Performance Bonus
• Pension Fund
• Paid Holidays
• Mobile Phone
• Laptop