Solicitor - Large Loss/Castastrophic Injury Claims
Department: Legal
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Glasgow
Description
We are growing our Keoghs Scotland Large Loss and Catastrophic Injury team. The experienced Solicitor will pick up high-impact large loss claims and have the opportunity to work alongside lead lawyers on complex and challenging cases. Ideal for those with Sheriff Court/Court of Session personal injury experience. This is a career-defining opportunity with genuine scope for career growth across broader legal disciplines.
While we are ideally looking for a Solicitor who is 1-3yrs PQE, there is flexibility with the level of experience required for this opportunity. We would also consider NQ candidates.
Why join us?
* Work on meaningful, high-profile cases
* Be part of a supportive and expert team
* Access to career development across multiple legal disciplines
* Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
Key Responsibilities
* Forensic review and analysis of documents, liability, quantum, and causation
* Drafting advice, court documents, and correspondence
* Preparing witness statements and instructions to experts and counsel
* Liaising with clients and conducting site visits
* Supporting Partners and contributing to team initiatives
* Engaging in business development through articles, blogs, presentations, and events
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
* Litigation experience (preferably defender motor)
* Team player
* Excellent communication skills
* Excellent forensic skills
* Ability to prioritise tasks and to work under pressure
* Excellent organisational skills
* Previous experience of time recording is preferable
* The ability to work as part of a team and independently
Job Benefits
* Davies Incentive Plan
* 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
* Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining.
* Simply Health Care Cash Plan
* WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing
* Death in Service
* Critical Illness Cover
* PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance)
* Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer
* Cycle to Work Scheme*
* Tech Scheme*
* Season Ticket Loan*
* Gym Flex*
* Access to Online Discount Sites
* Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
* Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
* Discounts at local retail outlets
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