Senior Associate / Lead - Large Loss
Department: Legal
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Birmingham
Reporting To: Dep. Ops Director
Description
Shape the Future of Complex Injury Law at Keoghs
We’re looking for an ambitious and inspiring Senior Associate / Lead Lawyer to join our Complex Injury team in Birmingham. This is a standout opportunity to step into a leadership role where you will lead, develop and grow a high‑performing team, while handling a stimulating caseload of high‑value claims.
At Keoghs, you’ll be empowered to build your reputation, strengthen client relationships, and play a key role in developing both the team and our wider business.
What You’ll Be Doing
As Lead Lawyer, you’ll combine technical excellence with people leadership and client development, making a real impact across the firm.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Leading, motivating and developing a team of complex injury lawyers (2 direct reports initially, with scope to grow)
* Managing a caseload of complex injury claims, primarily RTA with some EL/PL exposure
* Handling large loss cases (250 thousand – 1M+), supported by a Technical Director
* Advising clients on indemnity, liability, quantum and claims strategy
* Building and strengthening relationships with key insurance clients and senior claims handlers
* Developing your profile and supporting business development and client growth
* Delivering training internally and to clients
* Attending court hearings, trials and settlement conferences
* Driving team performance through objective setting, regular reviews, and development plans
* Supporting recruitment and team expansion as the function grows
* Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations and firm processes
What were looking for
Technical Expertise
* Qualified Solicitor with strong Defendant RTA experience
* Proven track record handling high‑value complex injury claims
* Experience managing cases 250 thousand – 1M+
* Confident in advocacy
Leadership Capability
* Proven ability to lead, inspire and develop a team
* Strong communicator, able to deliver feedback and support performance effectively
* Passionate about people development, wellbeing and engagement
* Skilled at delegation and workload management
Core Skills
* Confident, proactive and driven
* Excellent communication and client relationship skills
* Strong analytical and decision‑making abilities
* Commercially aware with business development acumen
* Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
Why Join Keoghs?
This is more than just a legal role – it’s a chance to shape a team, build client relationships and develop your leadership career in a firm that values innovation and collaboration.
You’ll be joining a business that is committed to your growth, success and long‑term career development.
Ready to Lead?
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact in a high‑performing, forward‑thinking team, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Benefits
* Davies Incentive Plan
* 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
* 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 and 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 (after successfully completing probation)
* 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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