Healthcare Solicitor; PQE

Healthcare Solicitor (3-5 PQE)

Location: Belfast
Salary: Competitive + comprehensive benefits package

A leading commercial law firm in Belfast is seeking to appoint a Healthcare Solicitor (3-5 years’ PQE) to join its well-established and highly regarded healthcare team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious solicitor to join a progressive firm known for the quality of its work, strength of client relationships and supportive, collaborative culture.

The successful candidate will join a specialist healthcare practice advising healthcare professionals, insurers and organisations on a broad range of contentious matters. The role will involve:

• Managing a caseload of clinical negligence and professional indemnity claims
• Advising on regulatory and disciplinary proceedings, including fitness-to-practise matters
• Representing healthcare professionals in investigations and hearings
• Drafting pleadings, correspondence and detailed legal submissions
• Liaising with clients, counsel, medical experts and other stakeholders
• Providing commercially focused, strategic advice in complex and sensitive matters

The team handles high-quality, often high-value work and offers genuine responsibility from the outset.

Applications are invited from solicitors who meet the following criteria:

• 3-5 years’ PQE (qualified in Northern Ireland or another UK/Ireland jurisdiction)
• Strong experience in healthcare law, clinical negligence, defence litigation or regulatory matters
• Excellent technical ability and drafting skills
• Confident communicator with strong client management skills
• Ability to manage files independently while contributing positively within a team
• Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving

This firm offers:

• Exposure to complex and high-profile healthcare matters
• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Clear career progression pathways
• Ongoing professional development
• Competitive remuneration and benefits
• Modern office facilities in central Belfast

This role represents an excellent career move for a solicitor looking to further specialise within healthcare law while working within a forward-thinking and respected legal team.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, reach out to Ciara O’Connor.