Senior Litigation Solicitor

Posted 17 February 2026
Salary £60000 - £70000 per annum
LocationBelfast
Job type Permanent
Discipline Legal
ReferenceSLSB4_1771327067

Job description

Senior Solicitor - Large Loss

Location: Belfast | Hybrid Working | Salary: £60,000-£70,000 + excellent benefits

Step into a high-impact role within Keoghs' Large Loss team and play a key role in managing complex, high-value litigation. You'll handle catastrophic injury claims, motor and casualty cases, and oversee your own portfolio of claims typically valued between £100k-£250k. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a prestigious, people-focused law firm with a supportive, flexible working culture and excellent career development opportunities.


Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Lead Lawyer on high court and catastrophic injury claims

  • Manage your own high-value caseload from instruction to resolution

  • Analyse complex medical and quantum evidence, draft advice, pleadings, witness statements and technical documents

  • Conduct witness interviews and attend conferences, mediations, joint settlement meetings (JSMs) and court hearings

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with senior insurer clients

  • Mentor and develop junior colleagues, fostering a collaborative team environment

  • Ensure compliance with LSNI regulations and effective use of case management systems


Skills & Experience

  • Qualified solicitor with experience in large loss or complex injury claims

  • Proven track record handling high-value claims and complex expert evidence

  • Strong analytical, advocacy, drafting and communication skills

  • Client-focused, proactive, with the ability to prioritise and perform under pressure

  • Experience mentoring or supervising junior team members is advantageous


Why Join Keoghs?

  • Work on high-profile, meaningful cases in the High Court

  • Hybrid working with flexible arrangements to support work-life balance

  • Competitive salary plus bonus scheme, private medical insurance, enhanced pension and wellbeing benefits

  • Join a firm committed to staff development, career progression, and a supportive culture


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  • Highlights value, impact, and responsibility

  • Uses keywords relevant for online searches: "high-value claims," "catastrophic injury," "High Court," "large loss"

  • Clearly communicates benefits and culture, making it recruiter-friendly

For a confidential discussion, apply via the link or contact Ciaran Gallagher today.

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