Senior litigation Solicitor

Senior litigation Solicitor

The Role:

• Manage a designated portfolio of claims comprising employer liability, public liability, motor and property damage claims
• Assist in the supervision and professional development of junior colleagues, paralegals and support staff
• Mentor, develop and empower a strong, functional team
• Develop and implement effective and efficient work processes
• Assist in oversight of the day to day litigation management process
• Keep abreast of legislative changes and relevant case law including developments in other jurisdictions
• Provide advices to the general claims and general risk teams, as warranted and required
• Provide assistance and support to head of litigation, as required
• Provide advices on ancillary legal matters when requested
• Dedication to continuous learning and personal professional development

The person:

• Minimum of 8 years’ post qualification experience in personal injuries litigation.
• Management training and/or experience an advantage
• Ability to mentor and develop the skills of colleagues
• Strong interpersonal skills including excellent communication skills
• Capacity to self-manage and self-direct
• Willingness to share knowledge, experience and expertise
• Adaptability and flexibility towards the introduction and promotion of new approaches to improve processes
• Desire to improve and streamline processes where possible
• Ability to make difficult decisions, to take initiative and to take ownership of projects from start to finish.
• Ability to collaborate and work as part of a team and also work independently
• Qualification as a solicitor in this jurisdiction

For a private and confidential conversation and for a full job description please contact

Ciarán O Connell on 01-8746770.