Associate

Solicitor (Disputes) — Belfast

A global law firm

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An exciting opportunity has arisen within a global law firm's Digital Legal Delivery practice, based in Belfast. This team brings together legal, project management, process design and technology expertise to support clients with large, complex and data-intensive mandates.

As a Solicitor in the Disputes practice group, you will work closely with Managers, Senior Solicitors, Trainees and Legal Analysts, undertaking document review, due diligence and other fee-earning work. There will be a target average daily chargeable hours, and you will also carry out quality control, supervise junior team members and maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant areas of law.

The role offers the chance to be at the forefront of making legal services more efficient, working collaboratively across the firm on disputes, transactions and projects. Limited travel to other offices or client sites may be required from time to time.

The firm is committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives.

  • Qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales or Northern Ireland (Republic of Ireland or other common law jurisdictions considered, with willingness to requalify if required).
  • 1+ year's PQE, with at least 6 months' experience in Disputes/litigation; 3+ PQE is desirable.
  • Qualifying law degree (2:1 or above) or a post-graduate qualification in law, with a minimum of 3 A levels or equivalent (ideally B grades and above).
  • Innovative mindset, curious about AI and emerging technologies.
  • Desirable: experience in a commercial legal environment, ideally private practice, and knowledge of large-scale document review with the ability to project manage from instruction to completion.

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