Senior Associate / Lead - Large Loss

? 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