About the role
Catastrophic Injury Lawyer (Complex Claims) - Senior Associate
📍 Newcastle (Hybrid Working) – other locations will be considered 💰 Competitive + Excellent Benefits ⚖️Experience 4-8 years PQE
Work on Life-Changing Cases. Build a Career That Matters.
At Keoghs, we don’t just handle claims—we help shape outcomes in some of the most complex and sensitive cases in the UK. We’re now looking for a Catastrophic Injury Lawyer to join our market-leading Complex Injury Team.
This is your opportunity to work on high-value, multi-million-pound claims involving brain injuries, spinal injuries, amputations, and fatal cases—alongside some of the most respected legal professionals in the field.
Why This Role Stands Out * Work on catastrophic and complex claims valued up to £10m+ * Collaborate with industry-leading lawyers and insurer clients * Gain exposure to cutting-edge legal and medical issues * Play a key role in mentoring and developing junior talent * Enjoy flexible hybrid working (minimum 1 day in office)
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll be at the heart of complex litigation—managing or supporting high-value catastrophic injury claims from instruction through to resolution.
Your Impact Will Include: * Managing a caseload of serious injury claims including ultra-high-value matters * Advising on liability, quantum, and indemnity issues * Working closely with a Lead Lawyer on multi-million-pound cases * Building strong, trusted relationships with insurer clients * Supporting and developing junior team members * Contributing to initiatives that enhance Keoghs’ market profile
What we're looking for
We’re seeking a technically strong, commercially aware lawyer who thrives in a high-performance environment.
Your Experience & Skills: * Qualified Solicitor (4–8 years’ PQE) or qualified CILEX lawyer * Proven experience working on catastrophic or large loss injury claims * Strong understanding of litigation, case law, and court procedures * Ability to handle or support complex, high-value cases with confidence * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills * Calm under pressure, with strong prioritisation and organisational ability * Defendant experience is ideal, but strong claimant backgrounds will also be considered
We anticipate this role will be appointed up to Senior Associate level; however, this will ultimately depend on the successful candidate’s experience. We welcome applications from individuals across a range of experience levels, and the appropriate level will be discussed during the application and interview process.
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