The role

We are seeking a talented and motivated Newly Qualified / Junior Associate (0–2 years’ PQE) to join our growing Belfast office.

Our team covers a wide range of litigation including motor, disease, employers liability and public liability claims. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding team within our multi-award-winning firm.

The role is based in our Belfast office and requires regular communication with clients nationally. We have a collaborative, supportive team working in a modern, flexible environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting on a varied caseload of high-quality matters, including drafting, research, and case management
• Managing your own matters under supervision, with increasing autonomy
• Supporting senior lawyers and partners on complex transactions and/or disputes
• Drafting legal documents, correspondence, and client advice
• Conducting legal research and analysis
• Engaging directly with clients, intermediaries, and other stakeholders
• Contributing to business development initiatives, including preparing pitches and attending client events
• Ensuring compliance with internal processes, risk management procedures, and regulatory requirements

Candidate Profile

• Qualified solicitor in Northern Ireland, England & Wales, or Ireland (or due to qualify soon)
• 0–2 years’ post-qualification experience within a reputable firm
• Strong academic background
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset

What We Offer

• High-quality, international work across a diverse client base
• Structured training and development opportunities
• Clear career progression framework
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

About the Belfast Office

Our Belfast office is a key part of our UK network, offering a dynamic and supportive environment with strong growth ambitions. The team works closely with colleagues across our global offices, providing exposure to cross-border matters and global clients.

The Firm

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

Our Commitment

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process.

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This is the job description as constituted at present; however, Clyde & Co reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.