Solicitor / Legal Director / Associate - Property Recoveries (DA) Belfast

AXA UK; Belfast; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Belfast seeks a Solicitor or Associate to lead its Property Recoveries team. The role involves managing a caseload, overseeing team performance, and ensuring client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland with a keen interest in property damage or litigation, and possess excellent team management skills. The firm offers a supportive work environment with a comprehensive remuneration package.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Income protection insurance

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Proven experience in either Property Damage or Litigation.
• Willingness to learn technical aspects of property damage investigation.
• Ability to communicate confidently at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of pre-litigated and litigated recovery files.
• Motivate and oversee the well-being of the team.
• Drive financial performance through effective management.

Skills

Team management

Commercial awareness

Client engagement

Attention to detail

IT literacy

Education

Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management system

Job description

Solicitor / Legal Director / Associate - Property Recoveries (DA) Belfast

Department: CSG - Property (Insurance / Damage / Recoveries / Subsidence)

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Belfast

Description

We are looking for an ambitious Solicitor or Associate to lead our Property Recoveries team in Belfast. Our specialist team in 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

Whilst experience is desirable, we are currently accepting applications from enthusiastic Solicitors/Associates who are looking for an exciting career within a supportive team and ambitious firm.

What you will do?

Whilst managing a caseload of your own pre-litigated and litigated recovery/defence/indemnity files, you will also supervise two colleagues, you will have responsibility for:

• Motivating and engaging the team, as well as overseeing the well-being of the workforce
• Undertaking annual and interim performance review discussions, to review overall performance, progress against objectives, behavioural compliance, development and career progression opportunities
• Identifying and recognising positive performance and behaviours
• Driving and improving financial performance of colleagues through effective management and support.
• Absence management, including conducting return to work interviews
• Cascading and communicating information and supporting the Team Partner with the running of team meetings
• Induction of colleagues and ensuring that the team's induction processes and documents are regularly reviewed and updated to remain up to date

You will also:

Ensure work is carried out effectively to meet the needs of the clients, the commercial requirements of the firm and the quality standards to include:

• Adherence to internal and client SLAs, KPIs and protocols.
• Achievement of agreed chargeable time and financial targets
• Prompt billing and collection of WIP and disbursements
• Prompt and accurate provision of MI
• Ensure that trust balances are cleared promptly.

• Devising a clear case strategy which is adhered to, ensuring cases are run smoothly and balance the commercial interests of both the Firm and the client
• Applying appropriate and current technical expertise and case law
• Ensure cases reach repudiation/settlement and the archiving procedure is completed as quickly as possible.
• Effectively managing risk and compliance issues within each case, ensuring any emerging problems are escalated promptly to their Line Manager in the first instance
• Engaging with clients where appropriate to maximise opportunities to meet and build rapport with clients, at all times acting as an ambassador of the firm
• Contribute to Business Development and client relationship activity in support of the Team Partner where required.

Who you are

• A qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland who ideally has either Property Damage or Litigation experience.
• Team management and / or supervision experience is preferable but not essential
• Interested in and willing to learn the technical aspects of property damage investigation as required for the role
• Have an ability to adopt a commercial perspective rather than an ‘academic’ approach to claims settlement.
• Willing to take on client opportunities whether in person or virtually
• IT literate, with a good knowledge of Microsoft Office and previous knowledge or experience of a case management system would be an advantage but not essential.
• Evidence of achievement of personal financial performance
• A sound understanding of commercial management and financial delivery
• A high level of personal compliance with client SLAs, protocols and KPIs
• Ability to motivate, coach and mentor colleagues at all levels
• Keen eye for detail to ensure data produced by the team is accurate and can be used to identify trends
• Organised and able to handle multiple demands and deadlines simultaneously
• Able to communicate confidently orally and in writing at all levels

What's in it for you?

• High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance - https://jobs.dacbeachcroft.com/whats-in-it-for-you/
• A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits)
• 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

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive). If you are excited about this role and being part of our culture, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!