Current Vacancies
Agricultural Solicitor
consultant: Chris Gardner reference: CG-6650 Location: Somerset
Salary: £80000 per Annum Contract: PermanentAgricultural Solicitor
Location: Somerset
Salary: £50,000 - £80,000
A reputable South West firm are looking to recruit an experienced senior Agricultural Solicitor who will also be able to grow their client base.Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for marketing to an established and expanding client base.
Providing advice to farmers, landlords and tenants of agricultural land, and businesses in the agricultural sector, acting for owners of landed estates providing advice on matters such as single farm payments and farm business tenancies etc.Skills:
We seek a senior solicitor with interest in the agricultural sector and, in particular, agricultural tenancies and associated litigation, as well as regulatory matters.
The ideal candidate will have an extensive background knowledge of agriculture/farming (preferably with contacts and experience in the Devon and Somerset area) and with an understanding of farming issues such as single farm payments and farm business tenancies etc. Awareness of new developments affecting farmers and landholders such as solar energy and diversification into trading activities would also be helpful.Add to Folderreference: CG-6650
Assistant Solicitor
consultant: Chris Gardner reference: CG-6577 Location: Bristol
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentAssistant Solicitor - Property Damage Recoveries
Location: Bristol
Salary: NegotiableA top ranked Legal 500 firm seek a solicitor with 1 years + PQE with widespread understanding in the field of non-personal injury litigation work Providing technical support to a team of fee earners handling caseloads of fast track, small property damage recoveries within the Delegated Recoveries team at their Bristol offices.
Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for control of billing and time recording and have supervision of team compliance with the Firm's procedures, maxims, quality standards and client contacts and protocols. You'll also be able to write articles on this area of work for publication externally or in the Firm's publications.
Skills:
The firm are looking for a team player with excellent IT and analytical skills. An ability to work under pressure, keep to deadlines and prioritise caseloads is essential. The firm will expect the successful candidate to have excellent client care skills and supervisory experience.
Add to Folderreference: CG-6577
Civil Litigation Solicitor
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: RP-6778 Location: Nottingham
Salary: £60000 per Annum Contract: PermanentCivil Litigation Solicitor
Salary: Salary negotiable depending on experience
Location: Nottingham
Our client are looking to add an experienced Civil Litigation Solicitor to their team, working within a team to ensure consistent levels of service and advice to clients nationally. The position is in their Nottingham City Centre office.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate must have the desire to help develop and expand the department
The role will be involved on a range of civil litigation work
The role offers training and development opportunities alongside team and Partner support
Own following would be an advantage
Skills:
Successful candidates will have proven experience of Civil litigation within PI, with a proven record of achievement
Strong interpersonal negotiation and IT skills are required, with the ability to manage a varied caseload and also the ability to work well under pressure
A willingness to, develop your own knowledge and to work well independently and within a team m are also needed
Candidates will ideally have gained technical expertise within well a respected litigation team at a City or large regional firm
The ability to deal with clients at a senior level and have a commitment to marketing and business development initiativesAdd to Folderreference: RP-6778
Clinical Negligence Solicitor
consultant: Chris Gardner reference: CG-6674 Location: Birmingham, West Midlands, Birmingham, West Midlands
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentSolicitor Clinical Negligence
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000
Excellent opportunity for a 2 years plus PQE Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join this top legal 500 firm who are looking for a Solicitor passionate about the law and in providing clients with the very best legal advice and guidance. You will be joining a forward thinking team of highly competent lawyers and support staff, with in-depth expertise and a wealth of experience.
My client is able to provide a competitive salary package and excellent career prospects.
Responsibilities:
Handle a varied caseload of clinical negligence claims, which includes high value and complex cases involving birth injury, neurological and other serious medical conditions
Skills:
You will be a fully qualified Solicitor with at least 2 years experience within Clinical Negligence also be happy to work both independently and as part of a close team, which will include lawyers, secretarial staff and outside experts
You must be IT literate, with significant experience in computerised case management, Word, Excel and OutlookAdd to Folderreference: CG-6674
Clinical Negligence Solicitor
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: RP-6576 Location: Exeter, Devon
Salary: £40000 per Annum Contract: PermanentClinical Negligence Lawyer (2-3 Year PQE)
Location: Exeter
Salary: £20,000 - £40,000Our client provides expert advise on Medical and Clinical Negligence throughout the UK and is currently seeking to take on a Clinical Negligence Solicitor with 2 to 3 years PQE to join their supportive and collegiate team environment. It is an excellent opportunity for the individual to build up their own caseload in Exeter and potentially via the London office too.
Responsibilities
Maintain an interest in public law
Working own files under supervision, also working on files with senior members of the team
Taking formal instructions from new clients
Managing own caseload from first instruction through Pre-Action Protocol and all relevant steps in the litigation until settlement or disposal
Dealing with funding issues, including Public Funding Applications, monitoring of fees, liaising with before-the-event insurers and entering into CFAs with clients and Counsel
Instructing medical experts and Counsel
Assisting more senior fee-earners with complex, high value claims
Preparation for Inquests, including instructing experts and Counsel and attending Inquests where relevant
Taking initial telephone and website enquiries
Contacting clients and taking initial information
Liaising with senior fee-earners and undertaking initial investigations from new enquiries
Assisting senior solicitors on catastrophic injury cases and/or multi-client cases
Business development including updating website information, case reports and articles
Opportunity to develop a niche area of expertise should they wish to do so
SkillsExperience of working in clinical negligence and public law practice
A strong academic background
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to be an effective communicator at all levels
Experience of dealing with clinical negligence litigation
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Flexibility in approach to work and ability to multi-task and work under pressure
Personal injury experience is preferable
Ability to manage a varied case load
Good working knowledge of medico-legal issues
Enthusiasm for this area of lawAdd to Folderreference: RP-6576
Commercial Property Solicitor
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: CG-6574 Location: Truro, Cornwall
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentCommercial Property Solicitor
Location: Truro
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000Our client is looking to recruit a senior solicitor to join their commercial property team, Working for a top legal 500 firm this is a fantastic opportunity for a commercial lawyer with the experience and desire to further their career within the commercial unit.
Responsibilities:
Making significant contribution to the overall work of the commercial property team Providing support to the Team Leader and playing a considerable role in the growth and development of the unit and team.
Skills:
Excellent technical knowledge of a broad range of commercial property law
Successful working history within business development and marketing activities, including developing and leading strategies and action plans for building and growing a practice area
Experienced developing and maintaining professional and effective client relationships
Excellent communication and relationship management skills
Capability to flourish within a team environment
Able to work in partnership and work effectively with other colleagues internally, both within the wider team and across all practice areas
Previous experience of team supervision and/or management of others
Potential to lead trainees/paralegals and prospective experience to lead a team would be a distinctive advantage
Experience of and authentic awareness in Agricultural Law and developing Agricultural based clients, whilst not vital would be a distinct benefitAdd to Folderreference: CG-6574
Commercial Property Solicitor
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: RP-6580 Location: Exeter, Devon
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentCommercial Property Lawyer (2 - 4 Year PQE)
Location: Exeter
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000A full time vacancy has arisen to join a property team within one of the leading legal practices in the West Country. The department deals with lenders, commercial businesses, developers, investors, consultants, and public bodies. The successful candidate will be joining an exciting team in a forward thinking environment.
ResponsibilitiesReport to Partners in the Property and Commercial teams
Running own cases under supervision
Involved in marketing events and initiatives
Acquisitions and disposals, leases and secured lending
Assist commercial team with corporate and commercial matters
Site acquisitions and disposals, commercial leases and lease management documentation
Development agreements and overage arrangements , conditional contracts and options
Retail transactions , residential and commercial developments
SkillsAbility to respond under pressure
Good academic background
Good people skills, lots of client contact
Ability to draft documents
Ability to work with numerous fee earners and partners across different teams and sectors
Manage financial targets
Experience of commercial property work in line with PQE
Ability to provide clients with solutions
Commercial proactive approach
Enthusiasm and ambition for Commercial Property work
Commercial proactive approach
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Prioritise and meet deadlines
Strong work ethic
Team playerAdd to Folderreference: RP-6580
Commercial Property Solicitor
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: RW-6722 Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentCommercial Property Solicitor
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000
We are currently looking for Commercial Property Solicitor with 1- 3 years PQE. The successful candidate will be responsible for a varied case load of commercial property work in a successful law firm with opportunities for career progression.
Responsibilities
Work with Freehold disposals and acquisitions
Deal with Leasehold and corporate support work
Provide a high quality service to clients and demonstrate expertise in all aspects of Commercial Property work
Ability to manage a mixed caseload
Regular marketing and networking to build up own practice
Skills
Excellent technical knowledge of a broad range of commercial property law
Experienced developing and maintaining professional and effective client relationships
Excellent communication and relationship management skills
Capability to flourish within a team environmentAdd to Folderreference: RW-6722
Commercial Property Solicitor
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: RW-6750 Location: Cambridgeshire
Salary: Contract: PermanentProfessional Support Lawyer - Commercial Property
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £NegotiableOne of our leading regional clients in Cambridgeshire seek a Solicitor to join the Commercial Property Team. The firm are interested in hearing from any qualified solicitors who are of all levels of qualifications to join a strong team of commercial property lawyers. As a Professional Support Lawyer you will be required to work 9 hours a week. The Commercial Property Department comprises of commercially minded, innovative lawyers with legal expertise across the entire spectrum of property activities, from a tenancy agreement to the most complex of leasing arrangements. In return you will be joining a highly regarded practice which is a growing and leading firm. This role will suit someone either looking to reduce their hours of work or return to work on a part time basis.
Responsibilities
Professional Support Lawyer to work within the Commercial Property team. You will be liaising with people within the Commercial Property team, providing support review and circulation of legal update information including regular presentations to the firm's Commercial Property Business Units
You will also be required to proficiently write key and relevant articles
This is a part - time position offering 9 hours per week spread over 1 1/2 days to 2 days. You will be predominantely working from the cambridge office but need to be able to cover 2 other regional offices
Skills
You will be a qualified Solicitor and have handled Commercial property matters related to the above responsibilities
Candidates can have a variety of PQE or have recently qualified
You will need to demonstrate expertise in all aspects of Commercial Property and provide high quality service to clients
You will need to have a strong academic background with a minimum of 2:1 at degree level and 2As and 1 B at Alevel or equivalent
You should hold strong communication and negation skillsAdd to Folderreference: RW-6750
Commercial Property Solicitor
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: RW-6848 Location: Poole, Dorset
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentCommercial Property Solicitor
Location: Dorset
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000 (Subject to experience)
Our client requires a fully experienced Land Development Solicitor with 5 years PQE to work within an exciting Legal Practice. The role is within a busy commercial property department in their office in Dorset. Ideally the candidate should come from or be expected to live in or around the Poole/Bournemouth business community, and will have their own secretary. They will offer a competitive Salary, excellent portfolios, a welcoming Team environment and solid team of support to help you in managing your caseload and caring for your clients.
Responsibilities
Working knowledge of all stages of acquisition and development
The applicant will need to be familiar with infrastructure agreements and planning obligations, and will be dealing with Commercial cases as well as Social Housing cases
Continue to provide excellent client care to existing and new clients
Undertake business development expanding clients and taking on new business ventures
Skills
Experience of general commercial property work including landlord and tenant, commercial sales and commercial purchases
Experience with social housing developers ideal but not essential
Client contact and communication skills
Qualified Solicitor with strong experience in conveyancing
Ability to work to and achieve deadlinesAdd to Folderreference: RW-6848
Commercial Solicitor
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: RP-6534 Location: Winchester, Hampshire, Hampshire
Salary: £60000 per Annum Contract: PermanentCorporate & Commercial Solicitor (10 + years PQE)
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000
Location: Winchester
Hours: Full time - 35 hoursOur client is looking for a driven Corporate Commercial Solicitor with 10+PQE who has handled their own caseload of Corporate Commercial work. The successful candidate will be joining a professional and highly regarded team which is expanding in the Winchester area.
ResponsibilitiesManage a growing portfolio of clients
Maintain a keen interest of commercial awareness
Generate new business from established contacts
Actively participate in networking events including seminars and other events
Advise both Public and Private Sector Clients on Corporate / Commercial Issues
Reviewing, advising on and negotiating commercial contracts in the context of corporate transactions
SkillsConfident to bring your own following of clients
Demonstrate an extensive experience and skill set in handling complex commercial work
Business development
Excellent negotiating skills
Problem solving skills are essential
Ability to manage a complex caseload of Commercial files
Able to work on own initiative and also as part of a team on high value or public interest casesAdd to Folderreference: RP-6534
Commercial Solicitor
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: RP-6641 Location: Bristol
Salary: £60000 per Annum Contract: PermanentCorporate Commercial - 2 - 5 Year PQE Solicitor
Location: Bristol
Salary - £45,000 - £60,000Our Client is expanding their Corporate/Commercial Department to meet the demands of new and existing clients in their locality and the surrounding areas. This presents an excellent opportunity to join an established legal firm in a Bristol office. You will be rewarded with a competitive salary, welcoming and supportive working environment and the opportunity for excellent career progression.
ResponsibilitiesYou will be joining a full service commercial department handling major commercial contracts for both Private and commercial clients
Undertake Corporate and company workloads which cover both contentious and non contentious caseloads
Taking instructions, structuring, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
Your general workload includes general commercial agreements, compliance and general regulatory work, product and services supply agreements
Reviewing, advising on and negotiating commercial contracts as above in the context of corporate transactions
You will handle a varied workload in accordance with client requirements and with an appropriate level of supervision
To demonstrate an awareness of clients' needs and perceptions to the discharge of your work for them and to act promptly, pro-actively and efficiently in relation to all client matters
You will act as a point of contact for clients, demonstrating a level of knowledge and skill commensurate with experience.
SkillsIdeally you will be a fully Qualified Solicitor with 2 - 5 years PQE and extensive experience in Company and Commercial work and preferably previous healthcare experience
Responsible and able to think on feet to assess risks and exercise sound judgement
You will posses an enthusiasm for commercial contracts
You will have good project management skills and be prepared to assist with supervision and coaching of junior members of the team
Candidates must be technically excellent with a sound knowledge of Commercial Law and a strong client focussed approach
You will have excellent relationship and client handling skills and therefore the ability to deal confidently and professionally with clients on day to day issues is necessary
Possess a robust personality who enjoys working for challenging clientsAdd to Folderreference: RP-6641
Commercial Solicitor
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: RP-6675 Location: Truro, Cornwall
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentCommercial Property Solicitor
Location: Truro
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000Our client is looking to recruit a senior solicitor to join their commercial property team, Working for a top legal 500 firm this is a fantastic opportunity for a commercial lawyer with the experience and desire to further their career within the commercial unit.
Responsibilities:
Making significant contribution to the overall work of the commercial property team Providing support to the Team Leader and playing a considerable role in the growth and development of the unit and team.
Skills:
Excellent technical knowledge of a broad range of commercial property law
Successful working history within business development and marketing activities, including developing and leading strategies and action plans for building and growing a practice area
Experienced developing and maintaining professional and effective client relationships
Excellent communication and relationship management skills
Capability to flourish within a team environment
Able to work in partnership and work effectively with other colleagues internally, both within the wider team and across all practice areas
Previous experience of team supervision and/or management of others
Potential to lead trainees/paralegals and prospective experience to lead a team would be a distinctive advantage
Experience of and authentic awareness in Agricultural Law and developing Agricultural based clients, whilst not vital would be a distinct benefitAdd to Folderreference: RP-6675
Commercial Solicitor
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: RP-6747 Location: Norfolk
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentCommercial Conveyancing Solicitor
Location: Norfolk
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000
A Commercial Property Solicitor is required to join an expanding Practice position in the heart of the South East. The work mix includes property development, commercial landlord and tenant, sales and purchases. Our Client, a growing firm who have an established reputation are looking to strengthen their Commercial Property Department team with a forward thinking Solicitor who can undertake all aspects of commercial property.Responsibilities
You will manage standard commercial property transactions including liaising with clients and third parties throughout the transaction
Drafting and negotiating the transaction documentation including conditional and unconditional agreements for sale, lease, surrender; leases, surrenders, underleases, transfers, assignments, certificates of title, letters, options, deeds of variations, appointments and warranties
Dealing with all transactional queries from clients, colleagues, prospective buyers and sellers, landlords and tenants and third parties alike
The role will ideally suit a candidate who has experience in dealing with property portfolio clients, commercial and residential development, construction, corporate occupiers, investment, pension fund property, planning, property disputes, property insolvency and property land and options.
SkillsYou will be a Qualified Solicitor with 3-4 years PQE with experience and interest in Commercial Property
Demonstration of experience in advising clients on a variety of commercial property transactions including experience of handling high value and complex transactions
Must have experience of drafting property documents and an understanding of the need to draft documentation to fit the structure of a deal
Having a following of clients would be advantageous
You will have the ability to manage caseload and work within and assist other members in the team
The successful candidate must have good communication skills with both clients and colleagues and an ability to work in a team and develop relationships with client and colleagues alike
Positive approach and attitude and the ability to respond under pressure and adapt to a variety of situations
Time management skills to manage large case loads, work to and meet deadlines
Well developed marketing skills with the ability to develop excellent relationships with existing and potential clientsAdd to Folderreference: RP-6747
Commercial Solicitor
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: RW-6676 Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: £100000 per Annum Contract: PermanentAssociate - Corporate
Salary: £40,000 - £70,000
Position: ReadingOur client is looking for an Associate Solicitor for their Corporate team with 5-7 years PQE or equivalent. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the fastest growing law firms in the UK and work with FTSE 250 clients. The successful candidate will receive an excellent remuneration package and opportunities to career progression plan.
ResponsibilitiesWorking with a range of clients from FTSE 250 to local clients.
Working within the team and demonstrating exceptional customer service and client care
Tasks will include running management buy-outs/buy-ins, purchases, business sales and reorganisations
Considerable role in the growth and development of the Corporate team
SkillsPrevious experience in a City or National firm is desirable
Excellent Communication and Organisational skills
Capability to flourish within a team environment
5-7 years PQEAdd to Folderreference: RW-6676
Commercial Solicitor
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: RW-6797 Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Salary: £45000 per Annum Contract: PermanentCommercial Solicitor/ Legal Executive
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000
Location: Milton Keynes
Our client is looking for a Commercial Solicitor or Legal Executive with 1 to 4 year PQE to join the Commercial team in Milton Keynes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a Legal 500 law firm working within a National Commercial team. The successful candidate will receive an excellent remuneration package and opportunity to work on Corporate projects often with an international dimension.
Responsibilities
Supporting senior team members on large transactions including corporate and commercial matters
Ability to handle your own caseload of smaller matters
Case load will include advisory work, drafting and negotiating contracts
Working in a team of 25 lawyers acting for major corporate and household clients
Skills
Need to possess technical knowledge and drafting skills
Interest in contributing to the development of the practice is desirable
1 to 4 years PQE or equivalent in commercial matters
Managing a caseload whilst supporting senior members of the team
Excellent Communication and Organisational skillsAdd to Folderreference: RW-6797
Conveyancing Solicitor
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: RP-6573 Location: Poole, Dorset
Salary: £60000 per Annum Contract: PermanentLand Law Solicitor
Location: Poole, Dorset
Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 (Subject to experience)Our client requires a fully experienced Land Development Solicitor with 5 years PQE to work within an exciting Legal Practice. The role is within a busy commercial property department in their Poole office. Ideally the candidate should come from or be expected to live in or around the Poole/Bournemouth business community, and will have their own secretary. They will offer a competitive Salary, excellent portfolios, a welcoming Team environment and solid team of support to help you in managing your caseload and caring for your clients.
Responsibilities
The applicant will need to be familiar with infrastructure agreements and planning obligations, and will be dealing with Commercial cases as well as Social Housing cases
Continue to provide excellent client care to existing and new clients
Undertake business development expanding clients and taking on new business ventures
Working knowledge of all stages of acquisition and developmentSkills
Experience of general commercial property work including landlord and tenant, commercial sales and commercial purchases
Experience with social housing developers ideal but not essential
High proficiency with IT, especially Microsoft Office
Client contact and communication skills
Qualified Solicitor with strong experience in conveyancing
Ability to work to and achieve deadlinesAdd to Folderreference: RP-6573
Corporate Partner
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: RW-6811 Location: London
Salary: £80000 per Annum Contract: PermanentCorporate Associate
Salary: £50,000 - £80,000
Location: LondonMy client in looking for a 2-4 years PQE Corporate Associate Solicitor to join the Corporate team in London. You will be joining a leading commercial firm who offer Corporate Legal Services to a range of major national and international investment banks, accountants, venture capital, private clients and equity and debt providers. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Solicitor who is looking to become an associate within a leading organisation and who wishes to truly establish their career within a corporate environment
Responsibilities
You will be providing corporate services to AIM and Official lists of Corporate, fund raising, City Code takeovers, circulars and general listing Rules advice
Required to act for a number of ventures capitalists, private equity institutions, mergers & acquisitions and further general commercial distribution agreements
Skills
You must be a qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years previous experience working within a corporate team advising on a broad range of "city" quality corporate ventures
Experience of either private equity or public equity is desirable
Required to have an excellent academic background
You should have previously taken an active approach in developing businesses and marketing of your previous firmAdd to Folderreference: RW-6811
Corporate Solicitor
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: CG-6533 Location: Exeter, Devon
Salary: £38000 per Annum Contract: PermanentCorporate Commercial Solicitor (2 yrs + PQE)
Location: Exeter
Salary: NegotiableA top 200 Law Firm are looking for an ambitious, enthusiastic 2 yrs + PQE Solicitor to join their Corporate Commercial Team based in Exeter.
A Leading Practice providing first class advice to both businesses and individuals in the South West, as well as providing niche services to clients on a national basis.The successful candidate will have relevant experience in Corporate Commercial work, preferably with a regional firmResponsibility
Working with a small team, you will develop and expand on existing contacts/relationships, and build the profile of the firm and the CoCo team generally.
You must be able to demonstrate outstanding results in your current and previous posts, have an obvious flair for marketing and business development, and also demonstrate exceptional customer service and client care standards.
SkillsYou will be a qualified solicitor with atleast 2 yrs + PQEand experience working a mixed caseload
The close working relationship that the Company Commercial lawyers have with our Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Employment and Commercial Property Teams mean that the firm can offer a fully integrated service.Add to Folderreference: CG-6533
Counter Fraud Solicitor
consultant: James Ackland reference: JA-6384 Location: London
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentSolicitor / Legal Executive - Counter Fraud Group
Location : London
Salary: Negotiable
We are currently seeking an experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join the Counter Fraud Group in our clients London office.
The successful candidate will run a caseload independently, consisting of pre and post-litigated files, involving suspected fraudulent motor insurance claims, including low impact velocity claims, contrived/staged/induced accidents, theft, exaggerated claims and those involving bogus passengers.The successful candidate will be fully conversant with CPR and be able to run a caseload from start to finish. They will have an eye for detail and be able to make rapid decisions and judgements. Previous experience of the insurance industry and the use of a case management system are required. We are looking for a team player with excellent IT and analytical skills and an enthusiasm for this area of work. An ability to work under pressure, keep to deadlines and prioritise your own caseload is essential.
Our client works for a broad range of insurers with whom we enjoy successful and rewarding working relationships and we will expect the successful candidate to have excellent client care skills.Add to Folderreference: JA-6384
Counter Fraud Solicitor
consultant: James Ackland reference: JA-6385 Location: Manchester, Lancashire
Salary: £60000 per Annum Contract: PermanentCounter Fraud Group Solicitor
Location : Manchester
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000
We are currently seeking an experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join the Counter Fraud Group in Manchester.
We are keen to speak to applicants who have at least 6 years PQE or experience of suspected fraudulent motor insurance claims, including low impact velocity claims, contrived / staged / induced accidents, theft, exaggerated claims and those involving bogus passengers. This will be a senior appointment.
We would also be keen to discuss this opportunity with applicants who fulfill the above critera with experience in RTA claims rather than fraud - but who have a keen interest in fraud and can bring a book of business with them
Previous experience of the insurance industry and the use of a case management system are required. We are looking for a team player with excellent IT and analytical skills and an enthusiasm for this area of work. An ability to work under pressure, keep to deadlines and prioritise your own caseload is essential.
Our client works for a broad range of insurers with whom we enjoy successful and rewarding working relationships and we will expect the successful candidate to have excellent client care skills.Add to Folderreference: JA-6385
Employment Solicitor
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: CG-6600 Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentEmployment- Solicitor
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000A fantastic opportunityto join one of the fastest-growing national law firms, looking for a suitably qualified solicitor of between 2 -3yrs PQE or equivalent.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be dealing with a range of both contentious and non-contentious work, both for stand-alone clients and also arising from corporate and property transactions, and will be able to demonstrate past experience of the same.
The firm is seeking a member of the team who will relish the opportunity to get involved in various aspects of the role, including delivering client training. You will also be expected to assist in the delivery of the team marketing plan with a focus on expanding the team's client base and will be encouraged to build and manage your own client relationships.Skills:
The successful candidate will ideally have worked for a City or comparable regional firm, have good experience of non-contentious and contentious work and have experience as working as part of regional or national team.
2 years + experience working with all aspects of employment law.Add to Folderreference: CG-6600
Employment Solicitor
consultant: Chris Gardner reference: CG-6616 Location: Manchester, Lancashire
Salary: £60000 per Annum Contract: PermanentEmployment Solicitor / Legal Executive
Location: Manchester
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000
A legal 500 top tier specialist which is a UK leading practice now seeks an Employment Law Solicitor to join a new team within this established practice. You will have significant post qualification experience in Employment Law, servicing insurers, banks and retailers in handling volume legal work and management. If you are an experience Employment Solicitor and you have handled discrimination and equal opportunities, termination and severance, restrictive covenants, disciplinary hearings and redundancy then this a firm you will want to work on behalf to develop your career as a reputable and regarded practitioner.
Responsibilities
You will appreciate the need for swift and decisive action and work closely with your clients to establish your commercial objectives and the best way of achieving them quickly, cost-effectively and with minimum possible risk and disruption to your business
You will work within a team of Solicitors and Fee Earners providing advise and representing your clients on matters related to contentious and non contentious employment law issues
You will act as a sounding board to your Clients who seek HR advise and integral support to their companies and offer support and guidance on how to implement the best strategy while managing both risk and management expectations
Skills
You will be a Qualified Solicitor or an experience Legal Executive who has over the past few years specialised in Employment Law
It is essential that you have handled both contentious and non-contentious Employment matters and have represented Employees and Claimant on a variety of matters including but not compulsory; discrimination and equal opportunities, bullying and harassment, director termination and severance, restrictive covenants, disciplinary hearings and dismissal, compromise agreements and redundancy.
Experience of supervising junior lawyers, paralegals and small teams would be beneficial as you will enter the team a technical specialist within this sector and it will be expected that you take control and lead the team forward, under the supervision of current Partner
Work will be predominantly advising clients' customers under their legal expenses insurance policies therefore experience in providing advise specifically related to this sector would be highly beneficial but no a disadvantage if this experience was not present.Add to Folderreference: CG-6616
Employment Solicitor
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: RW-6721 Location: Bristol
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentEmployment Law Solicitor
Location: Bristol
Salary £30,000 - £50,000 (Flexible working hours)A Small Boutique Bristol Law Firm is seeking an experienced employment Solicitor to join their Office. The successful candidate will have 3+ PQE or significant Employment Law experience as a Legal Executive. It is desirable for the individual to have handled discrimination and equal opportunities, termination and severance, disciplinary hearings and redundancy matters from a claimant prospective. In return you will have flexible working hours and training opportunities.
Responsibilities:
You will be a self motivated individual who is able to work with cases solely
Provide advice and represent your clients on matters related to contentious and non contentious employment law issues working in a small team on Bristol's quayside
Represent claimants for litigation at Employment TribunalsSkills:
You will be a Qualified Solicitor or an experience Legal Executive who is specialised in Employment Law
It is essential that you have handled both contentious and non-contentious Employment matters and have represented Claimants on a variety of matters including but not compulsory; discrimination and equal opportunities, bullying and harassment, director termination and severance, restrictive covenants, disciplinary hearings and dismissal, compromise agreements and redundancy
Be a self motivated fee earner who would look to maintain and gain new clientsAdd to Folderreference: RW-6721
Employment Solicitor
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: RW-6838 Location: Manchester, Lancashire
Salary: £60000 per Annum Contract: PermanentEmployment Solicitor / Legal Executive
Location: Manchester
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000
A legal 500 top tier specialist which is a UK leading practice now seeks an Employment Law Solicitor to join a new team within this established practice. You will have significant post qualification experience in Employment Law, servicing insurers, banks and retailers in handling volume legal work and management. The successful candidate will be able to work within a reputable firm and develop their career as a reputable and regarded practitioner.
Responsibilities
You will work within a team of Solicitors and Fee Earners providing advice and representing your clients on matters related to contentious and non contentious employment law issues
You will appreciate the need for swift and decisive action and work closely with your clients to establish your commercial objectives and the best way of achieving them quickly, cost-effectively and with minimum possible risk and disruption to your business
You will act as a sounding board to your Clients who seek HR advise and integral support to their companies and offer support and guidance on how to implement the best strategy while managing both risk and management expectations
Skills
You will be a Qualified Solicitor or an experience Legal Executive who has over the past few years specialised in Employment Law
It is essential that you have handled both contentious and non-contentious Employment matters and have represented Employees and Claimant on a variety of matters including but not compulsory; discrimination and equal opportunities, bullying and harassment, director termination and severance, restrictive covenants, disciplinary hearings and dismissal, compromise agreements and redundancy
Experience of supervising junior lawyers, paralegals and small teams would be beneficial as you will enter the team a technical specialist within this sector and it will be expected that you take control and lead the team forward, under the supervision of current PartnerAdd to Folderreference: RW-6838
Industrial Disease Solicitor
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: RW-6918 Location: Cardiff, Glamorgan
Salary: £45000 per Annum Contract: PermanentIndustrial Disease Solicitor / Legal Executive
Location: Cardiff
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000
Our Client is a Legal 500 firm who are looking for exceptional Personal Injury Solicitors or Legal Executives to join their Industrial Disease Team. This firm has expanded over the years and has seen healthy growth over the recent months. They can provide successful applicants with a competitive salary and development within a reputable firm.
Responsibilities:
Handling industrial disease files including deafness and Asbestosis
Managing and monitoring a complex caseload
Ability to manage own targets in respect of outcome and acting in the best result for your clients
Reporting to Team Leaders with the ability to work alone whilst becoming a key team member within the industrial disease team
Skills
3-4 years PQE within Personal Injury with a particular focus on Industrial Disease claims including deafness and Asbestosis
Ability to measure liability and quantum
Excellent academic background and or achievements from a proven track record
Ability to build relationships for new business development and excellent interpersonal skills
Also key to this role is the ability to work to tight deadlines, good computer and keyboard skills and the ability to prioritise and organise your workloadAdd to Folderreference: RW-6918
Insurance Solicitor
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: RP-6536 Location: Holburn, London
Salary: £70000 per Annum Contract: PermanentInsurance Regulatory Associate (5-7 PQE)
Salary: £Negotiable + London Weighting
Location: London
Heat Recruitment is looking for an experienced Insurance Solicitor with 5-7 PQE who has worked as an insurance and reinsurance regulatory solicitor, to join a team within a Legal 500 Practice. The opportunity will provide an exciting and rewarding place to work within a top tier remuneration package.
Responsibilities
To attract and develop new clients and new business
Report to the Funds Partner
Develop the Practice in an innovative manner
Advise proprietary and mutual, life and general, reinsurers and reinsurance mediators
Deal in all aspects of The Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 and the secondary legislation made under it (including the FSA's prudential, conduct of business, supervision manual and client money rules, and its perimeter guidance)
Part IV permission applications and applications to vary them
Skills
Experience of handling Part VII transfers of insurance business/innovations of insurance policies
Acquisitions of control
Market experience of Lloyd's
Insurance sector and regulatory understanding
Medium and long-term understanding of how developments in Solvency II, the new EU and UK regulatory architecture, will affect reinsurers and mediators
Drafting and Negotiation
Technical and Problem-solving
Organisation, time and project management
Excellent client serviceAdd to Folderreference: RP-6536
Law Costs Draftsperson
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: RW-6851 Location: Exeter, Devon
Salary: £20000 per Annum Contract: PermanentLaw Costs Draftsperson
Location: Exeter
Salary: NegotiableA highly reputable regional firm in Exeter seeks an experienced Law Cost Draftsperson within the Family Law department. The successful candidate will have experience of preparing and drafting bills with a proactive approach to working within the team. In return you will be able to work within a professional and dynamic atmosphere in a successful law firm.
Responsibilities
Preparation of Bills of Costs for submission to the Courts and LSC to include preparation of any subsequent paperwork and Appeals
Costing and reporting of all Legal Help files
Drafting of private bills, preparing breakdowns and assisting with Schedules of Costs
Administration of applications and preparation of documents relating to Certificated files
Supporting point of contact for the LSC`s relationship manager
Processing of all costs to include billing when received from the LSC
Monitoring and maintenance of records for all live files including reporting to fee-earners on profit costs, disbursements and final claims
Skills
Previous law cost experience
Ability to work within a team
Strong interpersonal skills, effective communicator at all levels (written and verbal) with excellent attention to detail
Proven organisational skills, with the ability to multi-task and juggle competing priorities
Ability to adapt quickly and well to changing demands and conditionsAdd to Folderreference: RW-6851
Lawyer
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: RP-6784 Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire
Salary: £60000 per Annum Contract: PermanentProperty Solicitor / Lease Extension
Location: Salisbury
Salary: £Competitive
We have a very exciting position available for a full-time solicitor to work in our clients Salisbury office, heading up the firm's 3 office property team and conducting a caseload of commercial property along with lease extension, enfranchisement and right to manage cases - for both freeholders and tenants. You should class yourself as an Extension Specialist in Extensions of Leases for tenants of residential flats [with leases originally granted for at least 21 years] can force their landlord to extend the lease on their own flats but up to 90 years.Skills
The successful candidate will have a minimum 4 years PQE, have extensive experience of lease extension work - the lease extension caseload, along with supervising and assisting a legal assistant with our own, lease extension caseload, probably amounts to approximately 50% of the current workload. We anticipate a considerable growth in our lease extension work in the next 3 years and the successful candidate must be enthusiastic about being a part of that growth, be an enthusiastic team player, with great people skills, be someone who is keen to work with our highly pro-active marketing team in growing the firm's property workload - particularly in respect of lease extension and commercial property work. You should have your own transportation for client visits and for visiting the 3 offices as Head of Property.
Add to Folderreference: RP-6784
Litigation Solicitor
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: RW-6798 Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Salary: £65000 per Annum Contract: PermanentCommercial Litigation Solicitor
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £negotiable
Our client is looking for a Commercial Litigation junior associate or experienced assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join a legal 500 law firm within a highly respected Commercial Litigation department. The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to work in a collegiate environment and experience quality work.
Responsibilities
Manage a varied commercial caseload
Supervise junior solicitors within the team
An element of business development skills to assist in the growth of the department
Dealing with large corporate litigation including contact disputes and alternative dispute resolution
Skills
Experience of high value commercial litigation matters for large corporate clients
Ability to help assist the business development of the team
Supervision experience desirable
Good team worker
Experience of managing own case loadAdd to Folderreference: RW-6798
Newly Qualified Solicitor
consultant: James Ackland reference: JA-6386 Location: London
Salary: £40000 per Annum Contract: PermanentAssistant Solicitor - NQ Position
Property Insurance & Construction Group
Location: London
Salary: £25,000 - £40,000 D.O.EWe are currently seeking an NQ - 18 months experienced Solicitor to join the Property Insurance and Construction Group in our clients London Market team
The successful candidate will assist an Associate Partner in the management of his large and often complex caseload of property related losses as well as handling a small caseload of their own. The caseload will encompass all classes of non-personal injury claims and includes, in particular, material damage, business interruption, policy coverage and construction related risks.
Applicants should ideally have some prior experience of material damage claims and litigation. However, equal consideration will be given to candidates without this experience but who are able to demonstrate an enthusiasm for and commitment to the role.
We are looking for a team player with excellent IT and analytical skills. An ability to work under pressure, keep to deadlines and prioritise your own caseload is essential. We will expect the successful candidate to have excellent client care skills.
Add to Folderreference: JA-6386
Personal Injury Solicitor
consultant: Chris Gardner reference: CG-6598 Location: London
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentPersonal Injury Solicitor
Location: London
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000
Heat Recruitment are looking for a newly Qualified Solicitor with 0-2 years PQE in Personal Injury Services. You should have experience within Personal Injury and have chosen to specialise your career within Personal Injury. This is a great opportunity to join a Leading Defence practice in which you will receive an excellent remuneration package and career prospects. This is an exciting opportunity for a Newly Qualified Personal Injury Solicitor to take on a highly mixed caseload of EL/PL and Industrial Disease Personal Injury files.
Responsibilities
You will assist with a Partners caseload whilst handling your own caseload of Employers and Public Liability Personal Injury Files and Industrial Disease claims.
Liaising with key clients, developing relationships
Attending Networking and Marketing meetings
Working to the service level expected by our clients policy
Skills
You will need to be a qualified Solicitor with a maximum of 2 years PQE and must have gained your experience within Personal Injury and ideally have specialised or have previous experience running a caseload or Personal Injury Defence Claims, Employers and Public Liabilities and or Industrial Disease claims. Experience of handling litigated and fast-track cases is essential, with multi-track experience also desirable. Applicants should be from a defendant background however Claimant Solicitors will be considered for this position given that you have highly relevant experience which will closely match this job description. You should be a team player with excellent analytical and IT skills, with an eye for detail and who is enthusiastic about these areas of work. An ability to work under pressure, keep to deadlines and to prioritise your own caseload is essentialAdd to Folderreference: CG-6598
Personal Injury Solicitor
consultant: Chris Gardner reference: CG-6782 Location: Weston-super-mare, Somerset
Salary: £60000 per Annum Contract: PermanentPersonal Injury Solicitor/Legal Executive
Location: Weston -Super-Mare
Salary: £30,000 - £60,000A fantastic opportunity for a claimant Personal Injury Solicitor or Legal Executive to join an established High Street firm in Weston-Super-Mare.
This reputable firm are seeking an Personal Injury Solicitor/Legal Executive, experienced in dealing with Multi Track and Fast Track claims consisting of RTA, EL and PL cases.Responsibilities:
You will be part of a team of a small team of Personal injury Professionals, dealing with Multi Track and Fast Track RTA, EL and PL cases, the caseload will be highly mixed.
The firm are seeking someone who can work as an individual and ideally have Previous experience working as a Fee Earner within a small to medium sized firm, also supervisory experience would be beneficial.
This role has fantastic opportunity for career progression as the firm are seeking an individual who can think outside of the box, help market the firm also assist with business development and take the company forward.Skills:
Qualified Solicitor with 12 months + PQE or you will be an experienced Legal Executive with a vast knowledge of Employers Liability, Public Liability and Road Traffic Accidents.
Experience of handling fast-track cases and multi-track is essential
Applicants should be from a claimant background however defendant Solicitors will be considered for this position given that you have highly relevant experience which will closely match this job description.
You should be a team player with excellent analytical and IT skills, with an eye for detail and who is enthusiastic about these areas of work. An ability to work under pressure, keep to deadlines and to prioritise your own caseload is essentialAdd to Folderreference: CG-6782
Personal Injury Solicitor
consultant: James Ackland reference: JA-6404 Location: Manchester, Lancashire
Salary: £45000 per Annum Contract: PermanentSolicitor or Legal Executive
Location: Manchester
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000We are seeking a Solicitor or Legal Executive with 2-3 years post-qualifying experience to join our clients Manchester office.
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting one of the Partners on their high value work, as well as running their own small caseload of fast track work. Experience in Road Traffic Accident and Employers Liability/Public Liability claims is essential. You must also have prior experience of fast track claims and you must be from a defendant background. Experience of working with a case management system would be an advantage.
We are looking for a team player with excellent IT and analytical skills and who is enthusiastic about this area of work. An ability to work under pressure, keep to deadlines and be able to prioritise your own caseload is essential.Add to Folderreference: JA-6404
Personal Injury Solicitor
consultant: Chris Gardner reference: JA-6489 Location: Bristol
Salary: £45000 per Annum Contract: PermanentSenior Litigation Executive
Location: Bristol
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000
We have opportunities for Senior Litigation Executives to join a leading Personal Injury team. The successful candidates will be provided with first call training allowing them to further their development of their legal and technical expertise in order to handle cases of a complex and diverse nature and with an emphasis on litigation. You will also take on extra responsibility to assist the team leader with the progression and mentoring of other team members.
Responsibilities:
Have a thorough understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules in order to litigate up to 50% of caseload in order to deliver individual targets
To be comfortable and confident in handling multi-party litigation and multi-track cases
Having an ability to undertake a range of work including non RTA cases such as fatal accidents and EL/PL matters with minimal supervision
Able to provide mentoring and guidance to more junior team members in progressing cases.
To provide support and assistance to team leaders and team members by instigating and demonstrating best practice
Ability to determine which cases are suitable for litigation and to determine the stage at which cases should be settled
Ability to manage resources where appropriate to achieve established targets either personally or as part of the department
The ability to rationally decide the steps that need to be taken and the tactics to be employed in progressing cases through to appropriate settlement as quickly as possible.
Skills:
In-depth knowledge of different types of personal injury claims including EL/PL and fatal accidents
Thorough grasp of and familiarity with the Civil Procedural Rules and litigation process
Experience of mentoring others
Preferably having achieved a recognised professional level of recognitionAdd to Folderreference: JA-6489
Personal Injury Solicitor
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: RP-6862 Location: Bristol
Salary: £40000 per Annum Contract: PermanentPersonal Injury Claimant Solicitor 5-7 PQE
Location: Bristol
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000
A Personal Injury Claimant Solicitor is required to join one of the UK top legal firms within the Legal 500 to run and expand their PI department.
You will be joining a team that deals with a mix of leading names in the insurance industry, dealing with all aspects of claimant litigation.
In return for your expertise you will be rewarded with a healthy Salary package and benefits with a long term career progression.
Responsibilities:
Within this role you will be expected to handle your own caseload
You will also act as a first point of contact for designated clients and will be expected to build relationships with client contacts at all levels
Obtaining and drafting pleadings, witness statements and letters of response, conduct face to face negotiations / mediation of claims, prepare detailed schedules of damage and counter schedules in high value claims
Skills:
5 - 7 years' post qualified experience
Good communication skills are essential for this role as are excellent commercial awareness and an interest in broader business issues
You will need to be flexible with an ability to adapt to rapid change, both internally and in the context of clients' businesses, and take over a defended and small claims and fast track case loadAdd to Folderreference: RP-6862
Private Client Solicitor
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: CG-6615 Location: Bristol
Salary: £70000 per Annum Contract: PermanentPrivate Client Solicitor (Head Of Department)
Location: Bristol
Salary: £40,000 - £70,000
Fantastic opportunity to join one of the fastest growing UK firms outside of London, The firm are now looking for an experienced Senior Solicitor to lead and develop their Wealth and Succession offering within their Bristol office.Responsibilities:
You will be in charge of the Wealth and Succession team, You will be advising private clients on Equity and Trust and Tax matters.
The firm are seeking a gifted and passionate individual with considerable experience in areas such as succession planning, asset protection, strategic tax planning, wills, trusts and administration of estates, In addition you are likely to have a proven record of client relationship management and business development.Skills:
5 years + PQE senior solicitor with experience dealing with, succession planning, asset protection, strategic tax planning, wills, trusts and administration of estates, In addition you are likely to have a proven record of client relationship management and business development.
Add to Folderreference: CG-6615
Private Client Solicitor
consultant: Chris Gardner reference: CG-6910 Location: Keighley, Yorkshire
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentWills and Probate Solicitor
Location: Keighley
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000A vacancy exists for 1 to 3 yr PQE Solicitor Experienced within Wills and Probate to work in this firms Keighley office.
The position has arisen as a result of the elevation to Partner of the current post holder
The person appointed will work closely with the Head of Department also secretarial support given in a modern open plan office.STEP membership, either at full or student level is essential, and support will be given to complete the training if necessary.
serving both private and business clients this firm has strong links with the local business communities.
The work of the Department encompasses the normal range of non-contentious work one would expect of Wills, estate Administration, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Tax and Asset Planning Advice, Advice to Elderly Clients and their families as well as Contentious Wills, Trust and Estates.Add to Folderreference: CG-6910
Private Client Solicitor
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: RP-6653 Location: Dorchester, Dorset
Salary: £60000 per Annum Contract: PermanentPrivate Client Solicitor 5PQE
Location: Dorchester
Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 (Subject to experience)Our client is currently seeking a Private Client Solicitor for a position available in their Private Client Department. It is a full time position suitable for a person with 5 years PQE, and will be within a busy department in their Dorchester office. Ideally the candidate should come from or be expected to live in or around the Dorset business community. The successful candidate will be a Solicitor who is ambitious, focused and prepared to work hard, joining a dynamic and established team, and will have their own secretary.
Responsibilities:
Estate administration, Wills and Trusts
Powers of attorney, Tax planning deputyship Work, general management of client affairs
Court of Protection
Good track record in fees delivered and time recording
When necessary travel for meetings with clients
When required, occasionally working from other Dorset offices, and possibly further afieldSkills:
Experience of general Private Client work including Trusts, Wills, Estate Administration
High proficiency with IT, especially Microsoft Office
Client contact and communication skills
Qualified Solicitor with strong experience
Ability to work to and achieve deadlinesAdd to Folderreference: RP-6653
Private Client Solicitor
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: RP-6781 Location: London
Salary: £83000 per Annum Contract: PermanentPrivate Client Solicitor (Onshore) 2-6 PQE
Location: London
Salary: £64,000 - £83,000This is a unique opportunity for a Qualified Solicitor to join a fast growing City Legal Practice and assist with the firm's clients growing needs. The successful candidate will have a mixed private client background - i.e. exposure to some probate but strong international and domestic private client experience.
Responsibilities:High levels of client liaison, contact and interaction
Proactive management of workloadsBuilding and maintaining knowledge of clients and their matters and the work in general
This role is driven by client demand and a need to bolster the private client teams
Current presence in Zurich is resulting in strong pipelines of work and client referrals, whilst work in Liechtenstein continuesSkills:
Superb/outstanding academic background
Candidate must be good with clients, confident in presenting and excellent team players
Qualified Solicitor
An ability to deal calmly and with authority on all matters
Harness experience, working to tight deadlines
An enthusiasm for team work, dealing with people, and an ability to assume responsibility and deal efficiently with a varied and often demanding workloadAdd to Folderreference: RP-6781
Probate Lawyer
consultant: Chris Gardner reference: CG-6438 Location: Bristol
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentProbate Solicitor
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000 + Benefits
Location: BristolWe are currently seeking an experienced Solicitor with working knowledge gained within a legal environment.
Fantastic opportunity to progress your legal career within an organisation that actively invests in it's workforce.
The successful candidate will be working for a leading South West Practice handling Probate cases from inception through to conclusion and will be expected to handle inheritance tax cases.
Responsibilities:To manage complex probate and estate administration cases in accordance and full compliance with agreed processes and procedures ensuring service level agreements and all other key performance measures are met.
Achieve all agreed key performance measures - turnaround times, caseload levels, productivity, quality, complaints etc
Manage a highly complex workload in accordance with agreed processes and procedures
work with the Process Training Manager and your Team Leader to become competent across the case-handling processes as required - legal checking, property sales, legal pre-grant and legal post-grant work
Provide regular updates to customers in accordance with agreed contact strategy
Prepare for monthly 1-1 meetings with Line Manager and complete actions points/objectives set within agreed timescales
Mainly makes recommendations to the team leaders, giving the options on decisions to be made - most decisions referred to Team Leader or other senior members of the Probate Team to make
Mentor and act as a point of reference for junior case-handler colleaguesSkills:
Solicitor with relevant PQE or ILEX equivalent is essential
STEP Diploma course completed and registered as a TEP or willingness to obtain
An thorough knowledge and understanding of probate and estate administration principals
Ability to dissect facts from extraneous information
Be highly organised in the way that they workAdd to Folderreference: CG-6438
Probate Lawyer
consultant: Chris Gardner reference: CG-6571 Location: London
Salary: £80000 per Annum Contract: PermanentWills and Probate Solicitor
Location: London
Salary: Self employedThis is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced wills and probate solicitor to have the independence of running their own legal business without needing to undertake the expense or management time involved in doing so.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will have had experience in Wills, Tax planning, Probate, Trust creation and Trust administration work
You will be very experienced in this field Applicants will also be required to take responsibility for administration activities associated with running a full time caseload and be committed to building and maintaining clients.
Put time and energy into analyzing your market place / 2nd tier contacts and grow your practice by gaining more clients. These are yours 60% and there is no restriction on these clients should you chose to leave upon end of contract.
Build successful collaborate relationships with others in the organisation.Benefits:
You will be part of a Professional and growing cutting edge legal firm
You will be given a Chancery Lane Location. Heart of the City of London
The chance to work with city qualified, experienced entrepreneurial colleges.
Enhanced ability to earn substantial fees.
40% of any work referred to you. 20% of any work you refer
Also you will be given constant Business development assistance including
Marketing Plan, Marketing Materials, Marketing advice, Profile on our website, which is internally managed, updated and constantly evolving
Access to expert Legal PR specialists
A Fully serviced Office
PI Insurance, Full access to PLC at vastly reduced cost, Training on compliance and Money Laundering regulations
Access to Paralegal resource
Comprehensive IT systems enabling remote working
Assistance with Legal 500 and Chambers submissions
An excellent support structure. A 10% contribution to any resource you may take on once your business is of an appropriate size. We hold the employment contract releasing you from any legal employment obligations. You also do not have to source, interview or pay redundancy.
A full Finance department, including assistance with credit Control
Two payment runs a month based upon cash received.
Cash flowing of disbursement costsSkills:
You will need to a be a fully Qualified Solicitor with expert knowledge in Wills and Probate
An understanding of probate and estate administration principals
Clear and professional approach to handling complex situations
A Self motivated fee earner looking to increase their earning potential and looking to run their own practice
Duties & ResponsibilitiesAdd to Folderreference: CG-6571
Property Solicitor
consultant: Chris Gardner reference: CG-6905 Location: Staffordshire
Salary: £29000 per Annum Contract: PermanentReal Estate Solicitor
Location: Staffordshire
Salary: £23,000 - £29,000Fantastic opportunity for a 1 year + PQE Real Estate Solicitor to join this firm of who Over the last 20 years has undertaken an increasing volume of specialist property work principally in Leasehold Reform and Landlord and Tenant areas.
Whilst this area of work has seen a decline during the recession, we are predicting rapid growth as the property market emerges from its current sleepy state and the need for tenants to exercise their rights to ensure that market values are obtained. This produces opportunities in the practice acting for both tenants and landlords alike in pursuing or as the case may be, resisting enfranchisement claims.Responsibilities:
Taking instructions from clients whether landlords or tenants, in respect of enfranchisement work and giving generic
advice including claims under Section 1 of the Leasehold Reform Act 1967, claims for extended leases on flats,
transactional work falling under Section 5 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987, sale and purchase of freehold ground
rents and all associated conveyancing work in connection with residential landlord and tenant property work undertaken by
the firm.
Progression of such claims, providing client care throughout, regular communication and result driven service.
Assisting in marketing presentations with other team members.
Assisting in marketing the firm's services.
Deputising for other team members during their absence from the office.
Assisting in training staff within the practice.
Assisting with the progression of cases in the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal, but not necessarily including advocacy.Skills:
Solicitor with not less than one years solid post-qualification, property experience. A thorough grounding in property work will be necessary and although full training will be given to the successful candidate, applicants who can demonstrate experience in this area may be given preference. Ideally candidates will have undertaken some freehold and leashold commercial property work,
Whilst there will be an opportunity to further develop skills using the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal Service, it is unlikely that candidates will be expected to demonstrate advocacy or other semi-contentious experience in this area.
Candidates with a 2.1 law degree may be given preference. However, all applications will be considered on merit.Add to Folderreference: CG-6905
Real Estate Solicitor
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: RW-6760 Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Salary: £50000 per Annum Contract: PermanentReal Estate Litigation
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000
Location: Birmingham
Our client is looking for a Real Estate Litigation Solicitor for their Real Estate team with 1-2 years PQE or equivalent. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the fastest growing law firms in the UK, working with one of the biggest and most successful Real Estate Litigation Teams. The successful candidate will receive an excellent remuneration package and whilst working with an impressive client base of National Retailers.
Responsibilities
Full range of commercial real estate litigation work with specific attention to commercial landlord and tenant issues
Help to develop and expand the real estate offerings in Birmingham
Work with National retailers and within the Leisure industry
Working closely with Partners and other member of the Real Estate Litigation team
Skills
Experience in a Real Estate Litigation department is essential with experience in Landlord and Tennant issues such as dilapidation claims, forfeiture, insolvency and many more
Excellent Communication and Organisational skills
Commercial awareness
Capability to flourish within a team environment
1-2 years PQE or equivalentAdd to Folderreference: RW-6760
Real Estate Solicitor
consultant: Rebecca Weatherhead reference: RW-6786 Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: £90000 per Annum Contract: PermanentReal Estate Litigation
Salary: £45,000 - £90,000
Location: Reading
Our client is looking for a Real Estate Litigation Senior Associate or Partner for their Real Estate team. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the fastest growing law firms in the UK, working with one of the biggest and most successful Real Estate Litigation Teams. The successful candidate will receive an excellent remuneration package and whilst working with an impressive client base of National Retailers.
ResponsibilitiesWorking as a Salaried Partner or Senior Associate to develop and head up the Reading team.
Full range of commercial real estate litigation work with specific attention to commercial landlord and tenant issues.
Help to develop and expand the real estate offerings in Birmingham
Work with National retailers and within the Leisure industry
Working closely with Partners and other member of the Real Estate Litigation team
Skills
Experience in a Real Estate Litigation department is essential with experience in Landlord and Tennant issues such as dilapidation claims, forfeiture, insolvency and many more
Excellent Communication and Organisational skills
Commercial awareness
Previous experience of managing a team would be advantageousAdd to Folderreference: RW-6786
Residential Conveyancing Lawyer
consultant: Richard Pollard reference: RP-6859 Location: London
Salary: £60000 per Annum Contract: PermanentResidential Conveyancing Solicitor
Location: London
Salary: Negotiable
A highly successful law firm is currently seeking a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor to join its practice. You will be required to cover all aspects of property including Lease and Enfranchisements, landlord and tenant, development and general property Conveyancing. You will be experienced with High Net Worth files, with a focus on quality rather quantity, an interest in the market and at least 2 years experience.Our client offers a full range of real estate services for a variety of clients from occupiers, investors, and developers to landowners, both in the UK and internationally
Responsibilities:
The team deals with a varied case-load acting for developers, institutions, property companies and dealing with a range of landlord and tenant matters
To specialise in the development, investment and disposal of property and have worked on some large-scale transactions, including advising on the property aspects of corporate transactions
Skills:2 years PQE would be beneficial
Experienced in dealing with the finance, acquisition and development aspects of residential propertyAdd to Folderreference: RP-6859
