Neurotrauma Senior Associate (Paediatrics) - Newcastle - Hybrid Working - Progression Opportunity

QED Legal LLP; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Senior Associate to join their Neurotrauma team. This role focuses on managing complex paediatric brain and spinal injury claims, requiring strong litigation skills and a collaborative approach. The successful candidate will benefit from competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and genuine career progression opportunities. This is a chance to make a significant impact in clients' lives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Firm-wide bonus scheme

Flexible hybrid working

Career progression opportunities

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Qualifications

• Experienced solicitor with a strong track record in serious injury and neurotrauma litigation.
• Demonstrable experience of working on paediatric claims.
• Strong technical knowledge of the CPR and relevant case law.

Responsibilities

• Handling a caseload of paediatric neurotrauma injury claims.
• Liaising with clients, medical experts, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Conducting detailed liability and quantum investigations.

Skills

Serious injury litigation

Neurotrauma litigation

Communication skills

Advocacy skills

Relationship building

Collaboration

Job description

Senior Associate – Neurotrauma (Paediatrics)

Newcastle upon Tyne | Full Time | Hybrid Working | Award-Winning Firm

Overview

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Associate to join the highly regarded Neurotrauma team at a leading full-service law firm based in Newcastle upon Tyne.

The Role: This is a specialist role within the firm’s award-winning Claimant Personal Injury department, focusing on paediatric brain and spinal injury claims. The team represents clients across the UK, working collaboratively with medical professionals, case managers, and rehabilitation experts to ensure early intervention and the best possible outcomes for children and their families following life-changing injuries. The successful candidate will manage a varied and complex caseload of neurotrauma matters, taking a proactive, client-centred approach to litigation and rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Handling a caseload of paediatric neurotrauma injury claims, both pre-litigation and litigated
• Liaising with clients, medical experts, case managers, and multidisciplinary teams
• Conducting detailed liability and quantum investigations
• Drafting Schedules of Loss and analysing expert evidence
• Attending court hearings and managing case progression
• Supporting the growth of the Neurotrauma team through business development and relationship building
• Delivering an exceptional client experience throughout the litigation process

Candidate profile

• Be an experienced solicitor with a strong track record in serious injury and neurotrauma litigation
• Ideally have demonstrable experience of working on paediatric claims
• Possess strong technical knowledge of the CPR, relevant case law, and quantum calculations
• Be confident dealing with high-value, complex matters involving brain and spinal cord injuries
• Have excellent communication, advocacy, and relationship-building skills
• Be comfortable working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment
• Ideally have a strong network within the neurotrauma field

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary and firm-wide bonus scheme
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Genuine scope for career progression
• A supportive and inclusive working culture
• Access to high-quality, meaningful work with a team of passionate legal professionals
• A comprehensive employee benefits package

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a well-established and respected firm that is committed to delivering legal excellence while making a real difference in the lives of its clients.

Get in touch with Beth Livings at QED Legal for a confidential discussion or to apply.