Solicitor - Large Loss/Castastrophic Injury Claims

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

* after successfully completing probation
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