Senior Associate / Lead - Large Loss

Keoghs; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday per year

Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

Wellbeing and mental health support

Death in Service

Critical Illness Cover

PHI/Income Protection

Pension Contribution 5%/3%

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Gym Flex

Discounts and perks

Job summary

Keoghs in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Associate / Lead Lawyer to head the Complex Injury team, handling high-value claims and building a high-performing group.

You will combine technical excellence with people leadership, drive client relationships and contribute to business development, training and practice growth in a dynamic firm.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with strong Defendant RTA experience.
• Proven track record handling high-value complex injury claims.
• Experience managing cases 250k-1M+.
• Confident in advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of complex injury lawyers (2 direct reports, with growth potential).
• Manage a caseload of complex injury claims, primarily RTA with some EL/PL exposure.
• Attend hearings, trials and settlement conferences as required.
• Advise clients on indemnity, liability, quantum and strategy.
• Build relationships with insurance clients and senior claims handlers.
• Support business development and client growth, including internal training.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Client development

RTA experience

High-value claims

Advocacy

Job description

Department: Legal

Location: Birmingham

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 (250thousand - 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 we're looking for

Technical Expertise

• Qualified Solicitor with strong Defendant RTA experience
• Proven track record handling high-value complex injury claims
• Experience managing cases 250thousand - 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 & 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

*after successfully completing probation