Defence Insurance Solicitor (3+ PQE) - Belfast

  • Artemis Human Capital
  • Mar 10, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

Defence Insurance Solicitor (3+ PQE) - Belfast

A leading commercial law firm in Belfast is seeking an experienced Defence Insurance Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join its highly regarded litigation team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-established insurance defence practice acting for insurers, large corporates and self-insured organisations across a broad range of liability claims.

The Role

You will handle a varied caseload of insurance defence matters, including:

  • Employers' Liability (EL) claims
  • Public Liability (PL) claims
  • Motor and road traffic accident claims
  • Property damage and personal injury claims
  • Complex and high-value liability disputes

The role will involve managing cases from initial instruction through to resolution, including drafting pleadings, liaising with insurers and insured clients, instructing experts and attending court where required. The team is recognised for its strong relationships with insurer clients and its efficient, commercially focused approach to claims management.

The Candidate
  • Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland with 3+ years PQE
  • Experience in defence insurance litigation or defendant personal injury work
  • Strong experience in EL/PL and motor claims
  • Ability to manage files independently while working collaboratively within a team
  • Strong communication and client management skills
The Opportunity

The successful candidate will join a large and well-resourced litigation team advising leading insurers and businesses on a wide range of liability matters. The firm has a strong reputation in the insurance sector and offers high-quality work, strong mentoring and clear opportunities for career development.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Ciara O'Connor.