Overview Corporate Solicitor 5-8 years PQE We are looking to expand our corporate team by adding a corporate lawyer (5-8 years PQE). Our corporate team is experienced and prides itself on delivering top quality legal work to our dynamic national and international client base. About Harper James Harper James is a growing and ambitious commercial law firm like no other. Forget any misconceptions you may have, we're not stuffy or inhibited by traditions. Founded in 2014, our purpose is as strong now as it was then - to enable growth-oriented businesses to succeed through delivering top-quality legal services by acting as partners in our clients' journeys while our people enjoy a true work-life balance. Harper James continues to grow at c40%+ year on year. This year, more than 150 people will support 4000+ businesses and we expect to double our turnover over the next two years. Remote working We offer truly remote working with access to meeting space in Birmingham, Cambridge, London, Manchester, Oxford, Southampton, Cardiff and Sheffield. We work really hard to ensure our lawyers are part of the team. We work on client and internal projects as teams, collaborating, sharing ideas and enjoying each other's company. The remote set up simply allows people to work from wherever they want, to give people the flexibility they need, for whatever reason. Ideal candidate This opportunity is suited to a corporate lawyer with a broad range of transactional experience, some investment and or finance related experience would be great but not essential. You'll have experience of running deals independently and also supporting colleagues on larger matters. We are looking for a team player to join our team of 14 mostly senior Corporate lawyers who is proactive and commercial in their approach. Our client base is national and international; often businesses at the forefront of their sector and/or growing exponentially. Our corporate team is a transactional corporate team; it stands alone from our teams in Commercial, IP, Litigation, Real Estate and HR. This offers us the ability to provide a full-service to both our clients and our corporate lawyers. We need tech-savvy self-starters who thrive in a fast-paced, modern work environment. We leverage cutting-edge technology to streamline our office processes and maximize productivity. You'll excel as part of the HJ team if you: Are a quick learner, ready to adapt to new systems and technologies with enthusiasm. Are excited about adopting and using AI tools to boost efficiency and productivity. Have a solid working knowledge of Microsoft 365 products (eg. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Can confidently navigate SharePoint to manage and collaborate on projects. Have a keen eye for detail when formatting and editing documents, ensuring consistency and professionalism. The bottom line This is an opportunity to play an important part in the growth of the corporate practice, within an environment free of politics and bureaucracy; just a great team of people who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business. Work where and when you want. An environment with no politics, no bureaucracy and a great team of people who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business. Competitive salary and bonus. 33 days holiday, including public holidays FTE. Option to buy up to 5 holiday days a year FTE. Private Healthcare Death in service benefit. Access to our electric car scheme. Flexible working as part of a fully remote but collaborative team. NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Nov 23, 2025
Full time
Overview Corporate Solicitor 5-8 years PQE We are looking to expand our corporate team by adding a corporate lawyer (5-8 years PQE). Our corporate team is experienced and prides itself on delivering top quality legal work to our dynamic national and international client base. About Harper James Harper James is a growing and ambitious commercial law firm like no other. Forget any misconceptions you may have, we're not stuffy or inhibited by traditions. Founded in 2014, our purpose is as strong now as it was then - to enable growth-oriented businesses to succeed through delivering top-quality legal services by acting as partners in our clients' journeys while our people enjoy a true work-life balance. Harper James continues to grow at c40%+ year on year. This year, more than 150 people will support 4000+ businesses and we expect to double our turnover over the next two years. Remote working We offer truly remote working with access to meeting space in Birmingham, Cambridge, London, Manchester, Oxford, Southampton, Cardiff and Sheffield. We work really hard to ensure our lawyers are part of the team. We work on client and internal projects as teams, collaborating, sharing ideas and enjoying each other's company. The remote set up simply allows people to work from wherever they want, to give people the flexibility they need, for whatever reason. Ideal candidate This opportunity is suited to a corporate lawyer with a broad range of transactional experience, some investment and or finance related experience would be great but not essential. You'll have experience of running deals independently and also supporting colleagues on larger matters. We are looking for a team player to join our team of 14 mostly senior Corporate lawyers who is proactive and commercial in their approach. Our client base is national and international; often businesses at the forefront of their sector and/or growing exponentially. Our corporate team is a transactional corporate team; it stands alone from our teams in Commercial, IP, Litigation, Real Estate and HR. This offers us the ability to provide a full-service to both our clients and our corporate lawyers. We need tech-savvy self-starters who thrive in a fast-paced, modern work environment. We leverage cutting-edge technology to streamline our office processes and maximize productivity. You'll excel as part of the HJ team if you: Are a quick learner, ready to adapt to new systems and technologies with enthusiasm. Are excited about adopting and using AI tools to boost efficiency and productivity. Have a solid working knowledge of Microsoft 365 products (eg. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Can confidently navigate SharePoint to manage and collaborate on projects. Have a keen eye for detail when formatting and editing documents, ensuring consistency and professionalism. The bottom line This is an opportunity to play an important part in the growth of the corporate practice, within an environment free of politics and bureaucracy; just a great team of people who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business. Work where and when you want. An environment with no politics, no bureaucracy and a great team of people who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business. Competitive salary and bonus. 33 days holiday, including public holidays FTE. Option to buy up to 5 holiday days a year FTE. Private Healthcare Death in service benefit. Access to our electric car scheme. Flexible working as part of a fully remote but collaborative team. NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Employee Incentives Associate Solicitor (4-7 years PQE) Harper James is a full-service commercial law firm with a unique subscription-based model for ambitious SMEs. We've grown rapidly and recently secured private-equity backing from LDC to fuel our next phase of expansion. We're a remote-first, no-ego team of 140+ people. Now we're hiring Associates with 4-7 years' PQE across our growing Employee Incentives practice area. What we are looking for We are looking for a specialised Employee Incentives Solicitor of 4-7 years PQE with the following experience which might have been gained in a legal or consulting environment: Advising on commercial and practical issues related to the structure and design, implementation and operation of reward structures, employee equity and cash incentive plans. Drafting a wide range of incentive plan documentation (plan rules, board minutes and shareholder consents, employer and employee communications, trust documentation). The team also advises on transitions into employee ownership trusts and experience of these transactions would be welcome. Reward tax experience is also welcome. You'll need to be ambitious, commercially minded and eager to take the next step. You should be skilled at building strong relationships and delivering practical advice. We need tech savvy self starters who thrive in a fast paced, modern work environment. We leverage cutting edge technology to streamline our office processes and maximize productivity. Remote working We offer truly remote working whilst we work really hard to ensure our lawyers are part of the team, collaborating, sharing ideas and enjoying each other's company. The remote set up simply allows people to work from wherever they want, to give people the flexibility they need, for whatever reason. You'll excel as part of the HJ team if you: Are a quick learner, ready to adapt to new systems and technologies with enthusiasm. Are excited about adopting and using AI tools to boost efficiency and productivity. Have a solid working knowledge of Microsoft 365 products (eg. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Can confidently navigate SharePoint to manage and collaborate on projects. Have a keen eye for detail when formatting and editing documents, ensuring consistency and professionalism. The bottom line This is an opportunity to play an important part in the growth of the business, within an environment free of politics and bureaucracy; just a great team of people who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business. An environment with no politics, no bureaucracy and a great team of people who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business. Competitive salary and bonus. 33 days holiday, including public holidays. Option to buy up to 5 holiday days a year. Private Healthcare Death in service benefit. Access to our electric car scheme. Flexible working as part of a fully remote but collaborative team. NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
Employee Incentives Associate Solicitor (4-7 years PQE) Harper James is a full-service commercial law firm with a unique subscription-based model for ambitious SMEs. We've grown rapidly and recently secured private-equity backing from LDC to fuel our next phase of expansion. We're a remote-first, no-ego team of 140+ people. Now we're hiring Associates with 4-7 years' PQE across our growing Employee Incentives practice area. What we are looking for We are looking for a specialised Employee Incentives Solicitor of 4-7 years PQE with the following experience which might have been gained in a legal or consulting environment: Advising on commercial and practical issues related to the structure and design, implementation and operation of reward structures, employee equity and cash incentive plans. Drafting a wide range of incentive plan documentation (plan rules, board minutes and shareholder consents, employer and employee communications, trust documentation). The team also advises on transitions into employee ownership trusts and experience of these transactions would be welcome. Reward tax experience is also welcome. You'll need to be ambitious, commercially minded and eager to take the next step. You should be skilled at building strong relationships and delivering practical advice. We need tech savvy self starters who thrive in a fast paced, modern work environment. We leverage cutting edge technology to streamline our office processes and maximize productivity. Remote working We offer truly remote working whilst we work really hard to ensure our lawyers are part of the team, collaborating, sharing ideas and enjoying each other's company. The remote set up simply allows people to work from wherever they want, to give people the flexibility they need, for whatever reason. You'll excel as part of the HJ team if you: Are a quick learner, ready to adapt to new systems and technologies with enthusiasm. Are excited about adopting and using AI tools to boost efficiency and productivity. Have a solid working knowledge of Microsoft 365 products (eg. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Can confidently navigate SharePoint to manage and collaborate on projects. Have a keen eye for detail when formatting and editing documents, ensuring consistency and professionalism. The bottom line This is an opportunity to play an important part in the growth of the business, within an environment free of politics and bureaucracy; just a great team of people who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business. An environment with no politics, no bureaucracy and a great team of people who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business. Competitive salary and bonus. 33 days holiday, including public holidays. Option to buy up to 5 holiday days a year. Private Healthcare Death in service benefit. Access to our electric car scheme. Flexible working as part of a fully remote but collaborative team. NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Commercial Property Associate Solicitor (4-7 years PQE) Harper James is a full-service commercial law firm with a unique subscription-based model for ambitious SMEs. We've grown rapidly and recently secured private-equity backing from LDC to fuel our next phase of expansion. We're a remote-first, no-ego team of 140+ people. Now we're hiring Associates with 4-7 years' PQE across our growing commercial property practice area. You'll become part of a growing team that's collaborative and supportive. The team handles a high volume of lease work, sales, and acquisitions, so there's plenty of variety and exposure to interesting, hands on matters. What we are looking for This opportunity is suited to a commercial property solicitor (4-7 years PQE) with experience of handling a broad range of commercial property transactions including: acting for both landlords and tenants in Landlord and Tenant matters; providing corporate support on real estate aspects of transactions; and managing property refinancing work. You'll need to be ambitious, commercially minded and eager to take the next step. You should be skilled at building strong relationships and delivering practical advice. We need tech savvy self starters who thrive in a fast paced, modern work environment. We leverage cutting edge technology to streamline our office processes and maximize productivity. Remote working We offer truly remote working with access to meeting space in Birmingham, Cambridge, London, Manchester, Oxford, Southampton, Cardiff and Sheffield. We work really hard to ensure our lawyers are part of the team, collaborating, sharing ideas and enjoying each other's company. The remote set up simply allows people to work from wherever they want, to give people the flexibility they need, for whatever reason. You'll excel as part of the HJ team if you: Are a quick learner, ready to adapt to new systems and technologies with enthusiasm. Are excited about adopting and using AI tools to boost efficiency and productivity. Have a solid working knowledge of Microsoft 365 products (eg. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Can confidently navigate SharePoint to manage and collaborate on projects. Have a keen eye for detail when formatting and editing documents, ensuring consistency and professionalism. The bottom line This is an opportunity to play an important part in the growth of the business, within an environment free of politics and bureaucracy; just a great team of people who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business. An environment with no politics, no bureaucracy and a great team of people who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business. Competitive salary and bonus. 33 days holiday, including public holidays. Option to buy up to 5 holiday days a year. Private Healthcare. Death in service benefit. Access to our electric car scheme. Flexible working as part of a fully remote but collaborative team. NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Oct 30, 2025
Full time
Commercial Property Associate Solicitor (4-7 years PQE) Harper James is a full-service commercial law firm with a unique subscription-based model for ambitious SMEs. We've grown rapidly and recently secured private-equity backing from LDC to fuel our next phase of expansion. We're a remote-first, no-ego team of 140+ people. Now we're hiring Associates with 4-7 years' PQE across our growing commercial property practice area. You'll become part of a growing team that's collaborative and supportive. The team handles a high volume of lease work, sales, and acquisitions, so there's plenty of variety and exposure to interesting, hands on matters. What we are looking for This opportunity is suited to a commercial property solicitor (4-7 years PQE) with experience of handling a broad range of commercial property transactions including: acting for both landlords and tenants in Landlord and Tenant matters; providing corporate support on real estate aspects of transactions; and managing property refinancing work. You'll need to be ambitious, commercially minded and eager to take the next step. You should be skilled at building strong relationships and delivering practical advice. We need tech savvy self starters who thrive in a fast paced, modern work environment. We leverage cutting edge technology to streamline our office processes and maximize productivity. Remote working We offer truly remote working with access to meeting space in Birmingham, Cambridge, London, Manchester, Oxford, Southampton, Cardiff and Sheffield. We work really hard to ensure our lawyers are part of the team, collaborating, sharing ideas and enjoying each other's company. The remote set up simply allows people to work from wherever they want, to give people the flexibility they need, for whatever reason. You'll excel as part of the HJ team if you: Are a quick learner, ready to adapt to new systems and technologies with enthusiasm. Are excited about adopting and using AI tools to boost efficiency and productivity. Have a solid working knowledge of Microsoft 365 products (eg. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Can confidently navigate SharePoint to manage and collaborate on projects. Have a keen eye for detail when formatting and editing documents, ensuring consistency and professionalism. The bottom line This is an opportunity to play an important part in the growth of the business, within an environment free of politics and bureaucracy; just a great team of people who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business. An environment with no politics, no bureaucracy and a great team of people who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business. Competitive salary and bonus. 33 days holiday, including public holidays. Option to buy up to 5 holiday days a year. Private Healthcare. Death in service benefit. Access to our electric car scheme. Flexible working as part of a fully remote but collaborative team. NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Overview Planning Consultant (8+ PQE). Part-time to join and help develop our commercial property practice. About Harper James Harper James is a growing and ambitious commercial law firm. Founded in 2014, our purpose is to enable growth-oriented businesses to succeed through delivering top-quality legal services by acting as partners in our clients' journeys while our people enjoy a true work-life balance. Harper James continues to grow at 40%+ year on year. This year, more than 150 people will support 4000+ businesses and we expect to double our turnover over the next two years. Remote working We offer truly remote working with access to meeting space in Birmingham, Cambridge, London, Manchester, Oxford, Southampton, Cardiff and Sheffield. We work hard to ensure our lawyers are part of the team, collaborating on client and internal projects, and valuing each other's contributions. The remote setup provides flexibility to work from anywhere while staying connected as a team. Ideal candidate Key responsibilities will include: Responsibilities Undertake planning-related due diligence for commercial property transactions, including review of planning permissions, conditions, and enforcement notices. Advise on planning risks, constraints (e.g. listed buildings, conservation areas, Green Belt), CIL, and Section 106 agreements. Draft, review, and negotiate contractual clauses relating to planning matters. Advise on and negotiate planning warranties and indemnities. Support lending processes by preparing planning reports and advice letters for banks and funders. Collaborate with clients on planning strategies for new developments, amendments, and lawful development certificates. Draft, negotiate, and advise on Section 106 and other planning agreements with local authorities. Advise on planning risks from or opportunities for judicial review and related litigation. Address enforcement actions, including advice on compliance, regularisation, and defence. Liaise with local authorities, planning consultants, and internal teams to resolve planning issues. Provide updates and training to the commercial property team on legislative or policy changes impacting planning law. What we can offer you Great quality work supporting forward thinking and innovative business ranging from start-ups and beyond. The opportunity to be part of a fast-growing business that is leading innovation in the legal service sector with accelerated professional development and growth opportunities. Competitive hourly rate. NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Oct 29, 2025
Full time
Overview Planning Consultant (8+ PQE). Part-time to join and help develop our commercial property practice. About Harper James Harper James is a growing and ambitious commercial law firm. Founded in 2014, our purpose is to enable growth-oriented businesses to succeed through delivering top-quality legal services by acting as partners in our clients' journeys while our people enjoy a true work-life balance. Harper James continues to grow at 40%+ year on year. This year, more than 150 people will support 4000+ businesses and we expect to double our turnover over the next two years. Remote working We offer truly remote working with access to meeting space in Birmingham, Cambridge, London, Manchester, Oxford, Southampton, Cardiff and Sheffield. We work hard to ensure our lawyers are part of the team, collaborating on client and internal projects, and valuing each other's contributions. The remote setup provides flexibility to work from anywhere while staying connected as a team. Ideal candidate Key responsibilities will include: Responsibilities Undertake planning-related due diligence for commercial property transactions, including review of planning permissions, conditions, and enforcement notices. Advise on planning risks, constraints (e.g. listed buildings, conservation areas, Green Belt), CIL, and Section 106 agreements. Draft, review, and negotiate contractual clauses relating to planning matters. Advise on and negotiate planning warranties and indemnities. Support lending processes by preparing planning reports and advice letters for banks and funders. Collaborate with clients on planning strategies for new developments, amendments, and lawful development certificates. Draft, negotiate, and advise on Section 106 and other planning agreements with local authorities. Advise on planning risks from or opportunities for judicial review and related litigation. Address enforcement actions, including advice on compliance, regularisation, and defence. Liaise with local authorities, planning consultants, and internal teams to resolve planning issues. Provide updates and training to the commercial property team on legislative or policy changes impacting planning law. What we can offer you Great quality work supporting forward thinking and innovative business ranging from start-ups and beyond. The opportunity to be part of a fast-growing business that is leading innovation in the legal service sector with accelerated professional development and growth opportunities. Competitive hourly rate. NO AGENCIES PLEASE