Insurance Defence/Litigation Solicitors (2 to 4 Year PQE) – DublinDate: 4th December 2025 (Ref: EO242)Level: Associate x 2Hybrid: Dublin/Hybrid (3 Days in Office)We are looking for expressions of interest from Insurance Defence/Litigation Solicitors, who are seeking a new opportunity in 2026.We have been instructed by an established firm, based in Dublin, that is looking to recruitAssociates in Insurance Defence/Litigation with 2 to 4 years PQE. You will have a solid and proven track record in general defence work.You be completely familiar with all aspects of Defence Litigation from initial consultation through to settlement/ hearing in both personal injuries and/or professional indemnity.This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work within a busy and ambitious team. The role presents significant opportunities for training, growth, and career development in a unique team.Particular experience required;Hardworking, run own caseload, with supervision as required, and files and moving cases along efficiently.Experience of acting for insurers, preferably undertaking general liability/personal injuries defence work. (willingness to take responsibility for a varied and challenging caseload, under supervision, including motor, EL/PL, defamation and product liability cases)Assisting senior staff members on more complex and/or high value cases.Provision of strong legal advice to clients, identifying areas of potential financial risk and providing expert/timely proactive guidanceExperience in the full Insurance Defence process, investigations, risk assessments, organising medical reports, quantum, claims, motions, briefing counsel, attending settlement meetings, attending court etc.Commercial Litigation / Contractual Disputes.Play a proactive role in business development including writing articles, delivering presentations and facilitating seminars.Please contact in confidence to discuss further.** Please note, only candidates that match the minimum job requirements above will be contacted **CONTACTEamonn O'Reilly, Director on or email: (All applications and discussions will be treated in strict confidence)At CareerSteps, for over 24 years we have been successfully guiding, coaching, and advancing the careers of professionals in;►Legal – Law Firms & In-House(Solicitors, Partners, Senior Associates, Associates, Of Counsel, In-House Counsel, Recently & Newly Qualified, Foreign Qualified Solicitor, Foreign Qualified Lawyer)We have long relationships (over 24 years) with our law firm clients nationwide but primarily based in; Dublin, Cork, Belfast, Kerry, London, Provincial firms.► Forensics & eDiscovery, LegalTech► Corporate Governance & Company Secretary► Cyber Security/Information Security► Data Privacy/Data Protection/AI Governance► ESG, Compliance & Risk, Crypto Risk► Tax & AuditDublin, Cork, Galway, Belfast, London, Remote, Provincial.In that time, we have worked with Legal Firms (Irish & International), Accountancy Firms, Advisory Firms, International Trust & Corporate Service Providers, Fund Governance Firms, Global Financial Services Organisations, PLC's, Large Technology Organisations, Telecoms, Banking & Insurance Companies.