Solicitor - Large Loss/Castastrophic Injury Claims

Davies; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Glasgow is seeking a Solicitor for their Large Loss and Catastrophic Injury team. You will handle significant cases and work alongside experienced lawyers, providing excellent career growth opportunities. The ideal candidate should have litigation experience, excellent communication, and organisational skills. This position offers competitive benefits, including flexible working arrangements and an incentive plan.

Benefits

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday per year

Family Cover Private Medical Insurance

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

WeCare – 24/7 online GP

Death in Service

Critical Illness Cover

Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Gym Flex

Access to Online Discount Sites

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

Litigation experience

Excellent communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to prioritise tasks

Team player

Excellent forensic skills

Education

1-3 years PQE or NQ candidates

Job description

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