- Location
- Newcastle
- Workplace
- Hybrid, Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Legal
- Seniority
- Entry
- Education
- Master
- Source
- Pinpoint
Description
Complex Injury Catastrophic Injury Lawyer - Senior Associate
Application Deadline: 28 July 2026
Department: Legal
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Newcastle
Description
Catastrophic Injury Lawyer (Complex Claims) - Senior Associate
📍 Newcastle (Hybrid Working) – other locations will be considered
đź’° Competitive + Excellent Benefits
⚖️Experience 4-8 years PQE
Work on Life-Changing Cases. Build a Career That Matters.
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 ÂŁ10m+
- 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)Â
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 Â
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 skillsÂ
- Calm under pressure, with strong prioritisation and organisational abilityÂ
- 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)Â
- 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 wellbeingÂ
- Death in Service
- Critical Illness Cover
- PHI/Income Protection ( Private health insurance)
- Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% EmployerÂ
- 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
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