Personal Injury Solicitor

MCS Group | Your Specialist Recruitment Consultancy; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Personal Injury Solicitor to join their renowned team in Belfast. This exciting role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload, gain exposure to complex personal injury cases, and contribute to a firm known for its expertise in both claimant and defendant litigation. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career development. If you're passionate about legal excellence and eager to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Ongoing professional training

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland or equivalent.
• Experience in personal injury litigation, both plaintiff and defence.
• Strong advocacy, negotiation, and case management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of personal injury matters.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Personal Injury Litigation

Advocacy Skills

Negotiation Skills

Case Management

Legal Research

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland

Tools

Legal Research Tools

Case Management Systems

Job description

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Location: Belfast City Centre
Department: Personal Injury - Defence and Plaintiff Work

Overview

Job Description: Solicitor - Personal Injury

Location: Belfast City Centre
Department: Personal Injury - Defence and Plaintiff Work

Overview

MCS Group is delighted to partner with leading Belfast firm, to recruit a talented and driven Personal Injury Solicitor. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm renowned for its expertise across both claimant and defendant litigation, including a specialist focus on asbestos-related claims. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload of personal injury matters, gaining exposure to complex and high-value cases while contributing to the firm's longstanding reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management: Handle a varied caseload of personal injury matters on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants, including public liability, employers' liability, road traffic accidents, and asbestos-related disease claims.

Legal Advice: Provide thorough and strategic legal advice to clients across a range of personal injury issues, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Litigation: Manage files at all stages of litigation, from initial instruction through to resolution, including drafting pleadings, negotiating settlements, and representing clients at court hearings.

Client Relationships: Develop and maintain strong relationships with both private and corporate clients, insurers, and third-party stakeholders, delivering outstanding client service.

Compliance and Best Practices: Adhere to internal risk management policies, client-specific protocols, and relevant industry standards.

Team Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across various departments to deliver an integrated and comprehensive service to clients.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland (or equivalent jurisdiction).

• Experience in personal injury litigation, ideally with both plaintiff and defence work.

• Strong advocacy, negotiation, and case management skills.

• Ability to prioritise and handle a busy caseload effectively.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in legal research tools and case management systems.
  
  

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for career development and advancement within a highly respected practice.

• Exposure to both plaintiff and defence work across a broad range of personal injury cases.

• Ongoing professional training and support.
  
  

How to Apply

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Samuel Neilly, Legal Recruitment Specialist at MCS Group, on 02896935502.

Not all agencies are the same…MCS Group is passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and has an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google.

Even if this position isn't right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs at www.mcsgroup.jobs.

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