Solicitor DisputesBelfast | Permanent | Full-TimeThis is an excellent opportunity for a disputes lawyer who is interested in combining high-quality legal work with innovation, legal technology and modern legal operations.Our client is continuing to expand its specialist legal operations and innovation team and is looking to recruit a Solicitor to join its growing Disputes function in Belfast. The successful candidate will work on large-scale contentious matters within a highly collaborative, international legal environment that is investing heavily in technology, AI and new ways of delivering legal services.This role would suit a commercially minded disputes lawyer who enjoys complex, document-heavy work and is keen to be part of a forward-thinking legal team shaping the future of legal service delivery.The OpportunityWorking alongside experienced disputes lawyers and legal operations professionals, youll support the delivery of large and complex contentious matters for major clients across a range of sectors.Youll gain exposure to innovative legal processes, legal technology platforms and AI-enabled tools, while continuing to build your technical disputes experience within a supportive and progressive environment.The role also offers the opportunity to collaborate with international teams and, where appropriate, support cross-office projects and initiatives.What Youll Be DoingConducting document review, due diligence and disputes-related fee-earning workSupporting large-scale investigations and contentious mattersUndertaking quality control work and ensuring consistently high standardsProviding guidance and support to junior team members where appropriateCollaborating with legal teams across international officesWorking with legal technology and AI-enabled tools to support efficient legal deliveryManaging matters in line with agreed financial and operational processesMaintaining up-to-date knowledge of disputes and litigation developmentsWhat Were Looking ForEssential:Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (within a common law jurisdiction)At least 1 year PQE, some of which will include disputes/litigation experienceStrong analytical and organisational skillsExperience handling document-heavy legal workAn interest in legal innovation, AI and emerging technologiesStrong attention to detail and the ability to work within fast-paced project environmentsExcellent communication and collaboration skillsDesirable:Experience gained within a commercial law firm environmentExposure to large-scale document review or investigations workExperience supervising or mentoring junior legal professionalsProject management experience within disputes mattersWhy Apply?This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected legal environment that is genuinely embracing innovation and investing in the future of legal services.Youll benefit from:Exposure to high-profile and complex disputes mattersOngoing training and development opportunitiesA collaborative international working environmentExposure to legal technology and AI-led legal solutionsClear long-term career development opportunitiesA supportive and inclusive culturePotential opportunities for cross-office collaboration and secondmentsIf youre looking for a role that offers high-quality disputes work alongside exposure to innovation and modern legal delivery, wed love to speak with you.Skills:Solicitor Lawyer LitigationWHJS1_NI