Solicitor / Litigation Executive - Belfast, United Kingdom - Horwich Farrelly

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About the Role

Northern Ireland Solicitor/ Litigation Executive

Are you a legal professional looking to succeed and progress your career with a forward thinking law firm in Northern Ireland? If so, read on to find out more about the Solicitor/Litigation position we are recruiting for based within our Northern Ireland office.

The Northern Ireland team is filled with legal professionals working in an engaging and friendly environment. Our people pride themselves on making an impact through providing an excellent, results and solutions focussed service to our clients.

There is a great team ethos and we encourage our people to be involved in various team and firm wide initiatives centred on personal development and wellbeing, not just the work we do. For instance, there are opportunities to be part of the engagement committee, attend client events and participate in charity and volunteering opportunities.

What will you be doing?

You will be asked to competently deal with a case load of predominately motor litigation files within our case management system, to ensure that clients are confident that their legal affairs are dealt with in a professional and competent manner, and to ensure the efficient operation of the team.

You will be working alongside a leading figure in Northern Irish courts who has established a reputation as one of the leading specialist litigation solicitors in Northern Ireland, currently sitting on FOIL's NI Access to Justice and Costs sector focus teams. Leading on a wide-ranging portfolio of commercial and insurance disputes, construction disputes and personal injury claims. With a real desire to change the way litigation is dealt with in Northern Ireland and modernise the way cases are handled.

What do I need?

You will need previous experience within a similar role handling a full and varied case load of defendant litigated matters, ideally you will have 1 to 2 years prior experience. A knowledge or experience of Personal Injury Clams; preferably Defendant and/or previous experience working within the insurance sector.

You will need to bring an enthusiastic and self-motivated attitude with a desire to achieve and exceed targets combined with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The ability to demonstrate initiative and creative problem solving is desirable.

We would like to see a strong work ethic and a committed team player. We are a close knit and stable team that like to share ideas and experience with a view to achieving the best results that we can for our Clients.

This is what the hiring manager, Matthew, says about the role;

"The successful applicant will be working with the most dynamic litigation team in Northern Ireland. HF NI have established at team that work together to achieve ground breaking success and proof of this is that there have been zero turnover in staff since we opened nearly 5 years ago. You will have flexible working and access to state-of-the-art offices. Come and join the team that everyone is talking about ".

What's in it for you?

We are not your stereotypical corporate law firm. We offer flexible working and have a relaxed dress code, you can be yourself at work. We offer hybrid working and flexible working hours for all.

We continue to place a firm emphasis on investing in our people and promoting internally, we are always looking to invest and grow our people.

We're always looking to recognise and reward our people for the work they do. Here are just a few of the benefits you'll have access to, as part of our team:

• 25 days' annual leave (in addition to public holidays), increasing to 30 days with service
• Private healthcare provision
• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Life insurance and income protection
• Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP service
• Season ticket loans
• Flu vouchers
• Bonus scheme
• Perks at work scheme package

Progression

As a firm we are fully committed to nurturing and growing talent, and part of that is recognising the results of an individual's work and rewarding high performance. Progression isn't just limited to qualification. Many people within the NI team have had the opportunity to be promoted into management and operational positions and/or develop as technical specialists.

Above all the firm values potential, if you are inquisitive, hardworking and passionate about achieving great results, HF is a great place to develop your career.

You will have the opportunity to develop your career in the numerous areas that we already cover including motor, EL/PL, Large loss, Hire etc.

So, who is HF? HF is one of the UK's leading providers of legal and handling services to the general insurance sector. Established in 1969, the firm currently provides legal services to 12 of the UK's 20 largest motor insurers in specialist areas such as counter fraud, large & complex injury, motor and casualty services, recoveries, costs and credit hire. HF has recently expanded into the provision of commercial legal services and litigation, providing solutions to a wide range of corporate and SME clients.

Sounds great What next?

If you are ready to apply, the button is below. If you don't have an updated CV or just want a bit more information about the role first, please get in touch with the recruitment team for more information –

As an equal opportunities' employer, we're passionate about inclusive hiring approaches.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll do our best to support you.

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