Shape the Future of Complex Injury Law at Keoghs
Application Deadline: 28 May 2026
Department: Legal
Location: Birmingham
Lead Lawyer – Complex Injury Team
We are looking for an ambitious and inspiring 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.
Responsibilities
As Lead Lawyer, you’ll combine technical excellence with people leadership and client development, making a real impact across the firm.
- 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 (250,000 – 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
Qualifications and Skills
Technical Expertise
- Qualified Solicitor with strong Defendant RTA experience
- Proven track record handling high-value complex injury claims
- Experience managing cases 250,000 – 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
Benefits
- Davies Incentive Plan
- 25 days holiday per year, increasing with level of service (option to buy & sell 3 days)
- Private Medical Insurance (Bupa – single cover level, optional family option within first month)
- Simply Health Care Cash Plan
- WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering health, mental health, wellbeing & financial & legal wellbeing
- Death in Service
- Critical Illness Cover
- PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance)
- Pension Contribution 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
Benefits available after successfully completing probation.
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.
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