Senior Solicitor/Director/Associate – Property Recoveries

Overview

Our client, a highly regarded commercial law firm based in Belfast, is seeking a Solicitor or Associate to lead their expanding Property Recoveries team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist litigation practice with a strong reputation for client service and results across insurance and property litigation.

The successful candidate will manage their own caseload and supervise a small team, contributing to operational and financial performance while acting as a key client liaison. The firm is open to applications from ambitious solicitors who may not have direct property damage experience but demonstrate strong litigation expertise and a desire to lead.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Case Management

• Manage a caseload of recovery, defence, and indemnity claims (pre-litigated and litigated).
• Devise case strategies that balance technical accuracy with commercial outcomes.
• Ensure files progress efficiently to repudiation or settlement and are closed promptly.
• Adhere to internal SLAs, KPIs, and client reporting requirements.
• Ensure timely billing and collection of WIP/disbursements.
• Maintain accurate records and support reporting through effective MI.

Team Supervision & Leadership

• Supervise and mentor two team members; support onboarding and performance reviews.
• Motivate and engage the team, promote wellbeing, and foster a high-performance culture.
• Assist in managing workloads and ensuring procedural documentation remains current.
• Conduct absence management and return-to-work procedures where required.

Client Engagement & Commercial Focus

• Communicate regularly with clients and provide commercially focused advice.
• Attend client meetings (in-person or virtual) and act as a firm ambassador.
• Support the Team Partner in business development activities and strategy delivery.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with firm and client protocols, regulatory standards, and risk policies.
• Escalate potential issues promptly to management as needed.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland (or England & Wales with NI practice rights).
• Experience in property damage, subrogation, or general insurance litigation desirable.
• Previous supervisory or mentoring experience (or strong interest in team leadership).
• Strong commercial awareness and client service ethic.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with case management systems preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and capable of building trusted client relationships.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package tailored to experience.
• Hybrid working model (2 days in-office / 3 days remote).
• Private medical insurance, income protection & pension.
• Structured development and progression opportunities.
• Tech Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme & other corporate perks.
• A forward-thinking, inclusive culture that values authenticity and ambition.

How to Apply
To discuss this role in confidence or request the full brief, contact Orla Milligan at Pathway – Specialists in Legal Recruitment