Newly Qualified Solicitor - Insurance Litigation Location: Belfast Contract: Permanent | Full-Time Working Pattern: Hybrid We are currently working with a leading litigation-focused law firm to recruit a Newly Qualified Solicitor to join its established insurance litigation team in Belfast. This role offers an excellent entry point for an NQ solicitor looking to build a long-term career in defendant personal injury and insurance litigation, with exposure to a wide range of claims and structured support from experienced practitioners. The Role The successful candidate will join a specialist insurance litigation team acting for insurers and insureds across a broad range of defendant matters. You will work alongside senior solicitors on complex cases while managing appropriate files independently as your experience develops. Key Responsibilities Assisting with the defence of personal injury claims, including motor, employers' liability and public liability matters. Supporting senior team members on higher-value and more complex litigation, including industrial disease and catastrophic injury claims. Drafting pleadings, correspondence, reports to insurer clients and internal documentation. Assisting with investigations into liability, quantum and coverage issues. Liaising with insurer clients, counsel, experts and other third parties. Attending court, conferences and client meetings, with advocacy opportunities as appropriate. Developing technical knowledge of insurance law, litigation procedure and claims handling. Candidate Profile Newly Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland (or qualifying imminently). A demonstrable interest in insurance litigation or defendant personal injury work. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Well organised, proactive and able to manage deadlines effectively. Good attention to detail and a willingness to learn. Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. The Environment Specialist insurance litigation practice with a strong market reputation. Exposure to a broad and varied caseload, from everyday claims to complex litigation. Structured training, mentoring and clear development pathways. Hybrid working model offering flexibility between home and office. What's on Offer Excellent training and supervision for newly qualified solicitors. High-quality defendant work for leading insurer clients. Competitive NQ salary and benefits package. Supportive and collaborative working culture. Skills: Solicitor Newly Qualified Litigation