Defence Insurance Associate (2–5 PQE) – Personal Injury & Insurance Litigation
Belfast | Hybrid Working
If you’re an Insurance Litigation Solicitor with 2–5 years’ PQE, this is a great opportunity to join a growing Belfast-based defence insurance team working on a varied caseload of personal injury and complex liability claims.
This role offers hands‑on litigation experience, regular court exposure and the chance to develop within a supportive and progressive environment handling work for insurer and commercial clients across the UK.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Hybrid working model (typically 2 days in the office, 3 from home)
- High‑quality defendant personal injury litigation work
- Regular advocacy and court attendance opportunities
- Clear progression pathways within an expanding team
- Structured training and continuous development
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Exposure to national clients and complex claims
The Role
As a Defence Insurance Associate in Belfast, you’ll handle a broad mix of personal injury litigation matters, acting primarily for insurers and self‑insured organisations.
Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing and assisting on motor, employer’s liability, public liability and disease claims
- Running your own caseload while supporting senior lawyers on more complex disputes
- Drafting pleadings, reports and detailed client advice
- Investigating claims, including liaising with policyholders and taking witness statements
- Reviewing and interpreting medical evidence and expert reports
- Attending court hearings, case reviews and pre‑trial meetings
- Ensuring compliance with client SLAs, reporting standards and reserving requirementsMaintaining accurate file management and correspondence
- Building trusted relationships with clients and key stakeholders
- Supporting business development and wider team initiatives
Qualifications
This role would suit an Insurance Litigation/Personal Injury Solicitor who:
- Has 2–5 years’ PQE (guideline level, flexibility for the right candidate)
- Brings experience in personal injury litigation (defence experience beneficial but not essential)
- Is comfortable managing files within a fast‑paced environment
- Demonstrates strong drafting and analytical skills
- Has an interest in advocacy and court work
- Understands client service delivery, including SLAs and reporting standards
- Takes a proactive, solutions‑focused approach
- Communicates effectively with clients and colleagues
- Enjoys working as part of a collaborative and driven team
Environment
You’ll be part of a growing Belfast office with strong ambitions and a reputation for delivering high‑quality defence insurance work. The team offers a modern, flexible working culture with a genuine focus on development, giving you exposure to challenging and evolving areas of law.
This is an excellent opportunity to build your career within a firm that values progression, collaboration and technical excellence.
