Senior Solicitor – Large Loss

MDD Forensic Accountants

Senior Solicitor within the Large Loss Team managing complex high-value cases for the UK and Ireland insurance law team. Supporting the Lead Lawyer and handling own caseload of claims.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeBelfast • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing high court and catastrophic injury claims, with a strong focus on indemnity, liability, and quantum. Proven ability to analyze complex medical evidence and maintain compliance with LSNI regulations while mentoring junior colleagues.

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Qualified SolicitorHigh Court Claims ManagementComplex Injury ClaimsAnalytical ExpertiseClient-Focused Mindset

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Hard Skills

IndemnityLiabilityQuantumMedical Evidence AnalysisDrafting Technical AdviceWitness InterviewingPleading PreparationCase ManagementHigh-Value Claims HandlingComplex Injury Claims Management

Soft Skills

Strong Written AdvocacyStrong Verbal AdvocacyAttention to DetailProactive ApproachCalm Under Pressure

Industry Keywords

Catastrophic Injury ClaimsSenior Claims HandlersJoint Settlement MeetingsMediationsConferencesTrends and AnomaliesMentoringLSNI Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the Lead Lawyer to manage **high court and catastrophic injury claims** (including brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputation and fatal accident cases).
Handle your own caseload of **high-value complex injury claims**, driving them from instruction to resolution.
Engage directly with **senior claims handlers** at leading insurers — building strong, trusted relationships.
Apply your analytical expertise to dissect **complex medical and quantum evidence**, identify key issues and shape expert strategy.
Draft high-quality technical advice across **indemnity, liability, quantum and causation**.
Conduct witness interviews, prepare statements, draft pleadings and attend **conferences, mediations and Joint Settlement Meetings**.
Take an active role in mentoring and developing junior colleagues.
Ensure case management systems are updated and compliant with **LSNI regulations**.

Requirements

What you’ll need

You’ll be a **qualified solicitor** with a passion for high-quality litigation and a solid grounding in **indemnity, liability and quantum**. You’ll thrive in an intellectually challenging environment where no two cases are the same.
Proven track record managing complex injury or large loss claims
Experience analysing **medical and expert evidence**
Strong written and verbal advocacy skills
Excellent attention to detail and ability to spot trends and anomalies
Client-focused mindset and confidence in handling senior client relationships
Calm, proactive approach under pressure and an appetite to keep learning

Benefits

Comp & perks

- Davies Incentive Plan
- 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
- Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining.
- Simply Health Care Cash Plan
- WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing
- Death in Service
- Critical Illness Cover
- PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance)
- Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer
- Cycle to Work Scheme*
- Tech Scheme*
- Season Ticket Loan*
- Gym Flex*
- Access to Online Discount Sites
- Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
- Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
- Discounts at local retail outlets