Solicitor/Litigation Executive

About the Role

Solicitor/Litigation Executive

Belfast – Northern Ireland – Hybrid

Competitive Salary

Permanent

About HF

People. Not just lawyers

We’re not your typical law firm – we’re people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients’ needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law.

We are looking to recruit an experienced Solicitor/Litigation Executive to deal with own case load of RTA and County Court matters and to assist other Litigation Executive’s/Solicitors/Partners as and when required. Ensure that clients are confident that their legal affairs are dealt with in a business-like and competent manner and to ensure the efficient operation of the firm.

You can find out more about HF Northern Ireland here:Northern Ireland - HF

What you’ll be doing

As a Solicitor / Paralegal you will:

• Ensure that all cases are dealt with in compliance with Solicitors’ Accounts Rules and Law Society Practice Management Standards.
• Practice good file management.
• Ensure all important dates are diarised.
• Keep up to date with all correspondence relating to files.
• Comply with HF’s practices and procedures.
• Manage and proactively work a caseload of litigated matters
• Manage court timetables and ensuring all court dates are diarised
• Preparing/reviewing evidence
• Deal with extensive disclosure
• Advise clients on tactics and reviewing evidence
• Prepare court documents
• Attend conferences with experts/clients/counsel
• Attend court/telephone hearings and representing the client for hearings where appropriate
• Interview witnesses and experts to obtain witness statements
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients ensuring deadlines and SLA's are met
• To collect, update and report on MI
• Manage own caseload of RTA and County Court matters

What do I need?

• Have 1-4 years' PQE or equivalent litigation experience in a similar role.
• Have strong organisation skills and an ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Be a good communicator and enjoy building relationships whilst providing clear and concise advice.
• Wish to learn new skills and acquire technical expertise.
• Work well in a team and under supervision
• Excellent attention to detail, negotiation and analytical skills.
• Not be afraid to question and challenge information and evidence put forward by the parties (and their representatives) in a case.
• Have a commercial awareness to legal issues
• Be flexible with a positive attitude to change, both internally and in the context of clients' business
• Desire to learn and expand on your knowledge and adapt to legislation.

What’s in it for you?

Apart from the competitive salary you’d expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We’re committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success.

You’ll enjoy:

• 25 days’ annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme
• Life Insurance & Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services
• Pension Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
• Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
• Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub
• Flu & Eyecare Vouchers – and more!

What next?

If HF sounds like a place where you could belong, we'd love to learn more about you!

Submit your CV here and we’ll be in touch if we have any opportunities that match your experience and interests. If we don’t have something right now, we’ll keep your details on file and may reach out in the future as part of our talent pipeline.

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