Solicitor - NQ - 2 years.

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 April 2026
LOCATION
Belfast
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Legal
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Litigation Defendant work Organisational skills Problem-solving Case management systems Client engagement

FULL DESCRIPTION

We are looking for ambitious and motivated Newly Qualified solicitors up to 2 years PQE to join a growing and dynamic litigation team within a leading Northern Ireland defence firm. Since its inception in 2019, [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] has experienced consistent year-on-year growth, offering an excellent platform for early-career solicitors to develop high-quality litigation experience while working with an insurance industry leader and a diverse portfolio of UK-wide clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a varied caseload of litigated matters with appropriate supervision and mentoring
  • Support the delivery of a high-quality service to key litigation clients, ensuring agreed service standards are met
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients and colleagues, including attendance at client meetings where appropriate
  • Assist in raising the profile of [Employer hidden] within the litigation market through knowledge-sharing, training, and marketing initiatives such as articles or blogs
  • Contribute to tender submissions and client pitches as required
  • Assist in the development and implementation of strategies to respond to and manage opponent behaviours

Why Join [Employer hidden]?

  • Strong growth and stability: [Employer hidden] has grown consistently since 2019, offering long-term career opportunities within a well-established and respected firm
  • Early responsibility with support: You will gain hands-on litigation experience from the outset, with close supervision, mentoring, and access to experienced practitioners
  • Career development: Clear progression pathways, ongoing training, and opportunities to broaden your skillset within a market-leading defence practice
  • Client exposure: Direct interaction with key insurance clients, helping you develop commercial awareness and strong client-handling skills early in your career
  • Collaborative culture: A supportive, inclusive team environment that values knowledge-sharing, teamwork, and professional development
  • Flexible working: A hybrid working model that supports work–life balance

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential:

  • Newly Qualified solicitor up to 2 years PQE with experience of litigation, including defendant work
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
  • Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
  • Experience of working with case management systems

Desirable:

  • Experience of working within an insurance-focused litigation practice
  • A collaborative mindset with a proven ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Interest in business development, client engagement, and contributing to wider team initiatives

Job Benefits

  • 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
  • Simply Health Care Cash Plan
  • WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing
  • Death In Service – after 1 years’ service
  • Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer
  • Cycle to Work Scheme*
  • Tech Scheme*
  • Season Ticket Loan*
  • Gym Flex*
  • Access to Online Discount Sites
  • Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
  • Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
  • Discounts at local retail outlets

*after successfully completing probation

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