Commercial Litigation / Property Recoveries Solicitor

Commercial Litigation / Property Recoveries Solicitor, Belfast, £Neg

Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Solicitor to join a specialist Property Recoveries team in Belfast.

The team acts predominantly on behalf of insurers and a wide range of commercial organisations, providing practical and commercially focused advice across property damage and recovery matters.

The caseload will cover a range of areas, including:

• Subrogated property claims, including recovery of repair costs following damage to commercial and residential properties and motor vehicles
• Uninsured loss recoveries
• Recovery of overpayments and duplicate payments
• Property damage defence
• Property damage indemnity

Previous property damage experience would be beneficial but is not essential. Applications are welcomed from enthusiastic Northern Ireland qualified Solicitors with a litigation background who are interested in developing their career within this specialist area.

Key Responsibilities

The successful Solicitor will manage their own caseload of pre-litigated and litigated recovery, defence and indemnity matters, while also supporting the wider team and supervising junior colleagues.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing a varied caseload from initial instruction through to settlement or conclusion
• Developing clear and commercially focused case strategies
• Applying appropriate technical expertise and relevant case law
• Ensuring compliance with internal and client SLAs, KPIs and protocols
• Meeting agreed chargeable time and financial targets
• Ensuring prompt billing and collection of WIP and disbursements
• Providing accurate and timely management information
• Identifying and managing risk and compliance issues throughout the lifecycle of each case
• Supporting and supervising junior colleagues, including paralegals and trainee solicitors
• Building strong relationships with clients and acting as an ambassador for the firm
• Supporting business development and client relationship initiatives
• Working closely with the Team Manager and Partner to support the continued development of the practice

Essential Skills and Experience

• Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland
• Ideally some previous experience within property damage, recoveries or litigation
• A genuine interest in developing technical knowledge of property damage investigations
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to take a practical approach to claims and settlement
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team
• Confidence in supporting and supervising junior colleagues
• Comfortable engaging directly with clients, both in person and virtually
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office; previous experience of a case management system would be advantageous

What’s on Offer

• Flexible working and an excellent work-life balance
• Competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits package
• Private medical insurance and income protection
• Professional development and funding opportunities
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• In-person and remote social events
• Opportunities to become involved in ESG and wider firm initiatives
• Inclusive working environment with a strong focus on professional development

This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor who may already have property damage or litigation experience, or someone looking to move into a specialist area with strong opportunities for development and progression.

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