This permanent role has salary range of £63,823 to £70,099 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. We have a great opportunity to join our Highways and Planning legal team as a Qualified Senior Solicitor or Lawyer. We are looking for a flexible and motivated colleague to join this friendly team. Our work is interesting and varied and we work for informed and appreciative client teams. The Council adopts a hybrid working policy with flexible working arrangements which includes access to our offices in Reigate and Weybridge combined with remote or home working. We come together in person for 2 days per week on average (40% of the working week). The team are very approachable with regular catch ups when working remotely. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Team The team sits alongside other teams in the County's Legal Services, supporting the work of the County as Highway Authority and Minerals and Waste Planning Authority. The teams lawyers draft highways and planning agreements, providing advice on planning and highways enforcement, DCO work, appeals, and related litigation. We assist with reports to Committee and Cabinet and provide training for client teams. Our support of officers on enforcement directly benefits residents ensuring that obstruction, encroachment and planning breaches are addressed effectively. About the Role As a Senior Lawyer within the Highways and Planning legal team, you will conduct a number of highways and planning agreements, countryside and highways enforcement and mineral planning advice, working in a committed and positive way, sometimes to tight deadlines. Other work includes advising on general highways and planning issues, local government matters and have conduct of any related appeals / litigation. We work collaboratively with fellow lawyers in our District and Borough legal teams. The person appointed to this post will have conduct of a number of highways and planning agreements, advise clients on highways and countryside laws regulations and enforcement options some high profile, securing significant benefits for Surrey residents. You will advise on general highways and planning issues, planning enforcement, local government law, Commons, Village Greens, Public Rights of Way, drainage and flooding, and have conduct of any related litigation. You will advise Members, particularly Members of the County's Planning and Regulatory Committee. You will deputise for the Principal Lawyer as required. The work is fast-paced and key to the delivery of the Council's strategic goals. As a Senior Lawyer, you will have good experience in the relevant areas of law and the following skills and abilities: Negotiating highways and planning agreements; Providing solutions focussed advice on a range of planning and highways matters Drafting briefs to Counsel; Drafting and servicing highways notices and TROs and advising on DMMOs; Involvement in s78 TCPA 1990 appeals and drafting of related s106 agreements; Supervision of paralegal and solicitor roles; Managing competing priorities to achieve client deadlines; Exemplary client care. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: You are a Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX, eligible to practise in England and Wales with a current practicing certificate issued by the relevant regulatory authority; Demonstrate recent legal experience in the relevant areas of highways and planning law; Experience of working with clients at all levels and ability to give clear, accurate and practical advice; Effective team working; Ability to negotiate a range of highways and planning legal agreements and be able to provide practical clear advice on a range of highways and planning matters; Ability to take on urgent, and sometimes unfamiliar, matters at short notice; Ability to manage competing priorities to achieve client deadlines. This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. This advert closes at 23:59 on 9th September 2026 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
This permanent role has salary range of £63,823 to £70,099 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. We have a great opportunity to join our Highways and Planning legal team as a Qualified Senior Solicitor or Lawyer. We are looking for a flexible and motivated colleague to join this friendly team. Our work is interesting and varied and we work for informed and appreciative client teams. The Council adopts a hybrid working policy with flexible working arrangements which includes access to our offices in Reigate and Weybridge combined with remote or home working. We come together in person for 2 days per week on average (40% of the working week). The team are very approachable with regular catch ups when working remotely. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Team The team sits alongside other teams in the County's Legal Services, supporting the work of the County as Highway Authority and Minerals and Waste Planning Authority. The teams lawyers draft highways and planning agreements, providing advice on planning and highways enforcement, DCO work, appeals, and related litigation. We assist with reports to Committee and Cabinet and provide training for client teams. Our support of officers on enforcement directly benefits residents ensuring that obstruction, encroachment and planning breaches are addressed effectively. About the Role As a Senior Lawyer within the Highways and Planning legal team, you will conduct a number of highways and planning agreements, countryside and highways enforcement and mineral planning advice, working in a committed and positive way, sometimes to tight deadlines. Other work includes advising on general highways and planning issues, local government matters and have conduct of any related appeals / litigation. We work collaboratively with fellow lawyers in our District and Borough legal teams. The person appointed to this post will have conduct of a number of highways and planning agreements, advise clients on highways and countryside laws regulations and enforcement options some high profile, securing significant benefits for Surrey residents. You will advise on general highways and planning issues, planning enforcement, local government law, Commons, Village Greens, Public Rights of Way, drainage and flooding, and have conduct of any related litigation. You will advise Members, particularly Members of the County's Planning and Regulatory Committee. You will deputise for the Principal Lawyer as required. The work is fast-paced and key to the delivery of the Council's strategic goals. As a Senior Lawyer, you will have good experience in the relevant areas of law and the following skills and abilities: Negotiating highways and planning agreements; Providing solutions focussed advice on a range of planning and highways matters Drafting briefs to Counsel; Drafting and servicing highways notices and TROs and advising on DMMOs; Involvement in s78 TCPA 1990 appeals and drafting of related s106 agreements; Supervision of paralegal and solicitor roles; Managing competing priorities to achieve client deadlines; Exemplary client care. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: You are a Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX, eligible to practise in England and Wales with a current practicing certificate issued by the relevant regulatory authority; Demonstrate recent legal experience in the relevant areas of highways and planning law; Experience of working with clients at all levels and ability to give clear, accurate and practical advice; Effective team working; Ability to negotiate a range of highways and planning legal agreements and be able to provide practical clear advice on a range of highways and planning matters; Ability to take on urgent, and sometimes unfamiliar, matters at short notice; Ability to manage competing priorities to achieve client deadlines. This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. This advert closes at 23:59 on 9th September 2026 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Provide expert legal leadership on the planning, highways and licensing decisions that shape our borough. As a Principal Lawyer, you'll lead a specialist legal team advising on complex planning, highways and licensing matters. Your expertise will help ensure the Council makes robust, transparent decisions that support our communities and shape the future of the borough. Working Style: You'll be spending the majority of your week in the Borough or in City Hall but also working in an agile way to lead the Bi-Borough team. Whether you're working on the frontline or behind the scenes, you'll be part of a dedicated team making a real difference to residents' lives. What you'll be doing: You will lead a team of around ten legal professionals, including solicitors and paralegals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal advice that supports the Council's priorities. Alongside managing and developing your team, you will personally handle a caseload of complex and high-profile planning matters and also be knowledgeable in one or both of the followings areas; highways and licensing. Your work will involve advising senior officers and elected members on significant decisions affecting the borough. You will regularly attend committee meetings, providing legal, procedural and governance advice to ensure decisions are legally sound and transparent. This role operates across two central London authorities as part of a bi-borough legal service. This offers the opportunity to work on some of the most high-profile planning and licensing matters in the country. Working closely with Monitoring Officers and senior colleagues, you will help shape policy, guide decision-making and contribute to the ongoing development of the service. You'll also foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration and professional growth within your team. What you'll bring You will be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister entitled to practise in England and Wales, with strong experience in planning and also highways or licensing law. You'll bring a proven track record of leading or managing legal teams, alongside the ability to provide clear and confident legal advice on complex matters. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential. You'll be comfortable advising senior officers and elected members, communicating complex legal issues in a clear and practical way. You will also bring strong judgement, political awareness and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving local government environment. A commitment to professional standards, equality and inclusive service delivery will be central to how you work. Experience or interest in wider areas of local government law will also help you thrive in this collaborative legal service. Why join us At RBKC, we're all in - investing in our people, our communities and our future. You'll work within a respected legal service that supports two central London councils, offering exposure to complex and high-profile planning and licensing work. We offer a competitive salary at Grade J alongside opportunities to broaden your expertise and develop your leadership skills. You'll work within a supportive environment where innovation is encouraged and professional growth is prioritised. Flexible working arrangements and a collaborative team culture will help you balance meaningful work with a healthy work-life balance. About us Kensington and Chelsea is home to diverse communities, thriving businesses and unique local places. Everything we do is focused on supporting our residents, strengthening our approach and creating a fairer borough. As a competent and caring Council, we take pride in our work every day, ensuring our services are delivered with care and competence. We listen to our residents, act with integrity and work together to build a borough that is greener, safer and fairer for all. The we're all in mindset is central to this role. By providing expert legal leadership and supporting complex decision-making, you help ensure the borough continues to grow in a way that is fair, well-governed and responsive to the needs of our communities. Interview Details Interviews will be held in person week commencing 21st September 2026. Ready to join us? We're all in - are you? If you share our values and have the skills to contribute, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply online explaining how you meet the requirements set out in the person specification and job description. We reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early without warning subject to the volume of suitable applicants. We are committed to promoting equality and respecting diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
Provide expert legal leadership on the planning, highways and licensing decisions that shape our borough. As a Principal Lawyer, you'll lead a specialist legal team advising on complex planning, highways and licensing matters. Your expertise will help ensure the Council makes robust, transparent decisions that support our communities and shape the future of the borough. Working Style: You'll be spending the majority of your week in the Borough or in City Hall but also working in an agile way to lead the Bi-Borough team. Whether you're working on the frontline or behind the scenes, you'll be part of a dedicated team making a real difference to residents' lives. What you'll be doing: You will lead a team of around ten legal professionals, including solicitors and paralegals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal advice that supports the Council's priorities. Alongside managing and developing your team, you will personally handle a caseload of complex and high-profile planning matters and also be knowledgeable in one or both of the followings areas; highways and licensing. Your work will involve advising senior officers and elected members on significant decisions affecting the borough. You will regularly attend committee meetings, providing legal, procedural and governance advice to ensure decisions are legally sound and transparent. This role operates across two central London authorities as part of a bi-borough legal service. This offers the opportunity to work on some of the most high-profile planning and licensing matters in the country. Working closely with Monitoring Officers and senior colleagues, you will help shape policy, guide decision-making and contribute to the ongoing development of the service. You'll also foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration and professional growth within your team. What you'll bring You will be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister entitled to practise in England and Wales, with strong experience in planning and also highways or licensing law. You'll bring a proven track record of leading or managing legal teams, alongside the ability to provide clear and confident legal advice on complex matters. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential. You'll be comfortable advising senior officers and elected members, communicating complex legal issues in a clear and practical way. You will also bring strong judgement, political awareness and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving local government environment. A commitment to professional standards, equality and inclusive service delivery will be central to how you work. Experience or interest in wider areas of local government law will also help you thrive in this collaborative legal service. Why join us At RBKC, we're all in - investing in our people, our communities and our future. You'll work within a respected legal service that supports two central London councils, offering exposure to complex and high-profile planning and licensing work. We offer a competitive salary at Grade J alongside opportunities to broaden your expertise and develop your leadership skills. You'll work within a supportive environment where innovation is encouraged and professional growth is prioritised. Flexible working arrangements and a collaborative team culture will help you balance meaningful work with a healthy work-life balance. About us Kensington and Chelsea is home to diverse communities, thriving businesses and unique local places. Everything we do is focused on supporting our residents, strengthening our approach and creating a fairer borough. As a competent and caring Council, we take pride in our work every day, ensuring our services are delivered with care and competence. We listen to our residents, act with integrity and work together to build a borough that is greener, safer and fairer for all. The we're all in mindset is central to this role. By providing expert legal leadership and supporting complex decision-making, you help ensure the borough continues to grow in a way that is fair, well-governed and responsive to the needs of our communities. Interview Details Interviews will be held in person week commencing 21st September 2026. Ready to join us? We're all in - are you? If you share our values and have the skills to contribute, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply online explaining how you meet the requirements set out in the person specification and job description. We reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early without warning subject to the volume of suitable applicants. We are committed to promoting equality and respecting diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.
Dentons Canada is seeking a Deputy Managing Lawyer in Glasgow to join their Helix team. This pivotal role involves managing commercial contracts for prominent retail and media brands while supervising a team of lawyers and paralegals, working collaboratively to innovate legal services. The successful candidate will have prior experience in media, technology, outsourcing contracts, and possess strong leadership skills, aiming to enhance the legal service delivery model.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Dentons Canada is seeking a Deputy Managing Lawyer in Glasgow to join their Helix team. This pivotal role involves managing commercial contracts for prominent retail and media brands while supervising a team of lawyers and paralegals, working collaboratively to innovate legal services. The successful candidate will have prior experience in media, technology, outsourcing contracts, and possess strong leadership skills, aiming to enhance the legal service delivery model.
Location: Glasgow, GB; Edinburgh, GB; Milton Keynes, GB; London, GB Department/Division: Commercial, Helix Duration: Permanent Location: Remote Type of Role: Deputy Managing Lawyer Reference number: 9103 The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled lawyer to join the Dentons Helix team as a Deputy Managing Lawyer, aligned to a specific client team at Dentons. This role provides the chance to work in innovative new ways for the UK's best loved and most iconic retail and media brands. Our client has entrusted Dentons to manage their commercial contracts requirements and enter into a genuine long term partner relationship. Given the extensive nature of our client's business and its innovative and evolving approach, the work will encompass commercial contracts, technology and outsourcing agreements, third party supplier arrangements and other contracts relating to its business operations, all of which will be varied, challenging and engaging. This unique role will see you supervising a team of lawyers and paralegals as well as working directly with business partners and helping to develop and grow the service offering. We have assembled a skilled team to assist with this work, collaborating closely with our Band 1 ranked Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT) team, as well as the client's in house legal department. This opportunity is ideal for experienced lawyers who are looking to join a law firm while acting as part of an extension of a client in house legal team to: Manage and supervise a team of lawyers and paralegals; Be involved in shaping a business model that seeks to innovate the way law firms deliver legal services; Optimize efficiency in legal processes; Work with one client as a core part of its legal function, enabling the capable candidates to gain a deeper understanding of the client's business and a closer working relationship with the client's in house team; Whilst this is a dedicated team, the candidates who join our ranks will work alongside the UK TMT team and benefit from all of the team training. We are looking for a senior lawyer with experience supervising other lawyers as well as experience with general commercial contracts, media, technology/outsourcing and intellectual property. Responsibilities You will lead a team of skilled individuals to deliver the full spectrum of commercial contract requirements for our client. This will include drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts as well as providing advice on contract or other queries. Through newly established ways of working, including an increased emphasis on technological solutions, you will support your team in taking full ownership for contracts, giving greater control than is available in traditional private practice teams. Our approach is to create a supportive environment by working collaboratively as part of a team whilst also encouraging team members to manage tasks and time professionally. You will work closely with other members of this skilled team as well as the in house legal function at our client. The department has an efficient teamwork ethic and a client management approach. It is essential that candidates are effective collaborators and committed to developing personally and professionally. A commitment to deliver high quality focused services to our clients is essential, as is maintaining and developing client relationships. We believe in constantly evolving our services to remain updated in the market, and are looking for individuals who are motivated by trying new approaches and improving our delivery approach for clients. Effective candidates will have an interest in progress and want to become one of the top teams in the region, working hard to provide the highest levels of client service whilst valuing having fun being part of a supportive and collegiate team. Summary of key responsibilities: Become the key contact and build a close working relationship with the client. Allocate incoming legal work from the client to team members. Supervise and manage team capacity, quality and availability. Set and manage personal objectives with your team. Input to financial and operational reporting. Work closely with clients to manage work allocation across the in house and Dentons teams. Attend key client and internal meetings. Facilitate quoting for certain work types. Provide onboarding training to new members of the team. Support the development and update of precedents and playbooks. Input to and support improvement initiatives across legal, technology and operations work streams. Advise and work on commercial contracts and client legal queries. Required experience, skills, and attributes Candidates who are qualified solicitors. Solid academic record, including a degree or equivalent. Experience working on media contracts. Experience managing the time and workload of others. Candidates are expected to have technology awareness. Experience working on similar work for sophisticated clients is desired. Proficient drafting skills and legal research ability. Personal attributes Dedicated to high quality client service. Proficient problem solving and decision making skills, coupled with good business awareness. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrate initiative and drive. You will be a skilled leader, work well with others, and be collaborative. Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. The capability to manage multiple tasks effectively while adhering to tight timelines. A methodical approach to work with a strong focus on accuracy. Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity . Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Location: Glasgow, GB; Edinburgh, GB; Milton Keynes, GB; London, GB Department/Division: Commercial, Helix Duration: Permanent Location: Remote Type of Role: Deputy Managing Lawyer Reference number: 9103 The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled lawyer to join the Dentons Helix team as a Deputy Managing Lawyer, aligned to a specific client team at Dentons. This role provides the chance to work in innovative new ways for the UK's best loved and most iconic retail and media brands. Our client has entrusted Dentons to manage their commercial contracts requirements and enter into a genuine long term partner relationship. Given the extensive nature of our client's business and its innovative and evolving approach, the work will encompass commercial contracts, technology and outsourcing agreements, third party supplier arrangements and other contracts relating to its business operations, all of which will be varied, challenging and engaging. This unique role will see you supervising a team of lawyers and paralegals as well as working directly with business partners and helping to develop and grow the service offering. We have assembled a skilled team to assist with this work, collaborating closely with our Band 1 ranked Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT) team, as well as the client's in house legal department. This opportunity is ideal for experienced lawyers who are looking to join a law firm while acting as part of an extension of a client in house legal team to: Manage and supervise a team of lawyers and paralegals; Be involved in shaping a business model that seeks to innovate the way law firms deliver legal services; Optimize efficiency in legal processes; Work with one client as a core part of its legal function, enabling the capable candidates to gain a deeper understanding of the client's business and a closer working relationship with the client's in house team; Whilst this is a dedicated team, the candidates who join our ranks will work alongside the UK TMT team and benefit from all of the team training. We are looking for a senior lawyer with experience supervising other lawyers as well as experience with general commercial contracts, media, technology/outsourcing and intellectual property. Responsibilities You will lead a team of skilled individuals to deliver the full spectrum of commercial contract requirements for our client. This will include drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts as well as providing advice on contract or other queries. Through newly established ways of working, including an increased emphasis on technological solutions, you will support your team in taking full ownership for contracts, giving greater control than is available in traditional private practice teams. Our approach is to create a supportive environment by working collaboratively as part of a team whilst also encouraging team members to manage tasks and time professionally. You will work closely with other members of this skilled team as well as the in house legal function at our client. The department has an efficient teamwork ethic and a client management approach. It is essential that candidates are effective collaborators and committed to developing personally and professionally. A commitment to deliver high quality focused services to our clients is essential, as is maintaining and developing client relationships. We believe in constantly evolving our services to remain updated in the market, and are looking for individuals who are motivated by trying new approaches and improving our delivery approach for clients. Effective candidates will have an interest in progress and want to become one of the top teams in the region, working hard to provide the highest levels of client service whilst valuing having fun being part of a supportive and collegiate team. Summary of key responsibilities: Become the key contact and build a close working relationship with the client. Allocate incoming legal work from the client to team members. Supervise and manage team capacity, quality and availability. Set and manage personal objectives with your team. Input to financial and operational reporting. Work closely with clients to manage work allocation across the in house and Dentons teams. Attend key client and internal meetings. Facilitate quoting for certain work types. Provide onboarding training to new members of the team. Support the development and update of precedents and playbooks. Input to and support improvement initiatives across legal, technology and operations work streams. Advise and work on commercial contracts and client legal queries. Required experience, skills, and attributes Candidates who are qualified solicitors. Solid academic record, including a degree or equivalent. Experience working on media contracts. Experience managing the time and workload of others. Candidates are expected to have technology awareness. Experience working on similar work for sophisticated clients is desired. Proficient drafting skills and legal research ability. Personal attributes Dedicated to high quality client service. Proficient problem solving and decision making skills, coupled with good business awareness. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrate initiative and drive. You will be a skilled leader, work well with others, and be collaborative. Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. The capability to manage multiple tasks effectively while adhering to tight timelines. A methodical approach to work with a strong focus on accuracy. Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity . Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours.
Dentons Canada is seeking a Deputy Managing Lawyer in Glasgow to join their Helix team. This pivotal role involves managing commercial contracts for prominent retail and media brands while supervising a team of lawyers and paralegals, working collaboratively to innovate legal services. The successful candidate will have prior experience in media, technology, outsourcing contracts, and possess strong leadership skills, aiming to enhance the legal service delivery model.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Dentons Canada is seeking a Deputy Managing Lawyer in Glasgow to join their Helix team. This pivotal role involves managing commercial contracts for prominent retail and media brands while supervising a team of lawyers and paralegals, working collaboratively to innovate legal services. The successful candidate will have prior experience in media, technology, outsourcing contracts, and possess strong leadership skills, aiming to enhance the legal service delivery model.
Dentons Canada is seeking a Deputy Managing Lawyer in Glasgow to join their Helix team. This pivotal role involves managing commercial contracts for prominent retail and media brands while supervising a team of lawyers and paralegals, working collaboratively to innovate legal services. The successful candidate will have prior experience in media, technology, outsourcing contracts, and possess strong leadership skills, aiming to enhance the legal service delivery model.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Dentons Canada is seeking a Deputy Managing Lawyer in Glasgow to join their Helix team. This pivotal role involves managing commercial contracts for prominent retail and media brands while supervising a team of lawyers and paralegals, working collaboratively to innovate legal services. The successful candidate will have prior experience in media, technology, outsourcing contracts, and possess strong leadership skills, aiming to enhance the legal service delivery model.
Location: Glasgow, GB; Edinburgh, GB; Milton Keynes, GB; London, GB Department/Division: Commercial, Helix Duration: Permanent Location: Remote Type of Role: Deputy Managing Lawyer Reference number: 9103 The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled lawyer to join the Dentons Helix team as a Deputy Managing Lawyer, aligned to a specific client team at Dentons. This role provides the chance to work in innovative new ways for the UK's best loved and most iconic retail and media brands. Our client has entrusted Dentons to manage their commercial contracts requirements and enter into a genuine long term partner relationship. Given the extensive nature of our client's business and its innovative and evolving approach, the work will encompass commercial contracts, technology and outsourcing agreements, third party supplier arrangements and other contracts relating to its business operations, all of which will be varied, challenging and engaging. This unique role will see you supervising a team of lawyers and paralegals as well as working directly with business partners and helping to develop and grow the service offering. We have assembled a skilled team to assist with this work, collaborating closely with our Band 1 ranked Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT) team, as well as the client's in house legal department. This opportunity is ideal for experienced lawyers who are looking to join a law firm while acting as part of an extension of a client in house legal team to: Manage and supervise a team of lawyers and paralegals; Be involved in shaping a business model that seeks to innovate the way law firms deliver legal services; Optimize efficiency in legal processes; Work with one client as a core part of its legal function, enabling the capable candidates to gain a deeper understanding of the client's business and a closer working relationship with the client's in house team; Whilst this is a dedicated team, the candidates who join our ranks will work alongside the UK TMT team and benefit from all of the team training. We are looking for a senior lawyer with experience supervising other lawyers as well as experience with general commercial contracts, media, technology/outsourcing and intellectual property. Responsibilities You will lead a team of skilled individuals to deliver the full spectrum of commercial contract requirements for our client. This will include drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts as well as providing advice on contract or other queries. Through newly established ways of working, including an increased emphasis on technological solutions, you will support your team in taking full ownership for contracts, giving greater control than is available in traditional private practice teams. Our approach is to create a supportive environment by working collaboratively as part of a team whilst also encouraging team members to manage tasks and time professionally. You will work closely with other members of this skilled team as well as the in house legal function at our client. The department has an efficient teamwork ethic and a client management approach. It is essential that candidates are effective collaborators and committed to developing personally and professionally. A commitment to deliver high quality focused services to our clients is essential, as is maintaining and developing client relationships. We believe in constantly evolving our services to remain updated in the market, and are looking for individuals who are motivated by trying new approaches and improving our delivery approach for clients. Effective candidates will have an interest in progress and want to become one of the top teams in the region, working hard to provide the highest levels of client service whilst valuing having fun being part of a supportive and collegiate team. Summary of key responsibilities: Become the key contact and build a close working relationship with the client. Allocate incoming legal work from the client to team members. Supervise and manage team capacity, quality and availability. Set and manage personal objectives with your team. Input to financial and operational reporting. Work closely with clients to manage work allocation across the in house and Dentons teams. Attend key client and internal meetings. Facilitate quoting for certain work types. Provide onboarding training to new members of the team. Support the development and update of precedents and playbooks. Input to and support improvement initiatives across legal, technology and operations work streams. Advise and work on commercial contracts and client legal queries. Required experience, skills, and attributes Candidates who are qualified solicitors. Solid academic record, including a degree or equivalent. Experience working on media contracts. Experience managing the time and workload of others. Candidates are expected to have technology awareness. Experience working on similar work for sophisticated clients is desired. Proficient drafting skills and legal research ability. Personal attributes Dedicated to high quality client service. Proficient problem solving and decision making skills, coupled with good business awareness. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrate initiative and drive. You will be a skilled leader, work well with others, and be collaborative. Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. The capability to manage multiple tasks effectively while adhering to tight timelines. A methodical approach to work with a strong focus on accuracy. Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity . Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Location: Glasgow, GB; Edinburgh, GB; Milton Keynes, GB; London, GB Department/Division: Commercial, Helix Duration: Permanent Location: Remote Type of Role: Deputy Managing Lawyer Reference number: 9103 The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled lawyer to join the Dentons Helix team as a Deputy Managing Lawyer, aligned to a specific client team at Dentons. This role provides the chance to work in innovative new ways for the UK's best loved and most iconic retail and media brands. Our client has entrusted Dentons to manage their commercial contracts requirements and enter into a genuine long term partner relationship. Given the extensive nature of our client's business and its innovative and evolving approach, the work will encompass commercial contracts, technology and outsourcing agreements, third party supplier arrangements and other contracts relating to its business operations, all of which will be varied, challenging and engaging. This unique role will see you supervising a team of lawyers and paralegals as well as working directly with business partners and helping to develop and grow the service offering. We have assembled a skilled team to assist with this work, collaborating closely with our Band 1 ranked Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT) team, as well as the client's in house legal department. This opportunity is ideal for experienced lawyers who are looking to join a law firm while acting as part of an extension of a client in house legal team to: Manage and supervise a team of lawyers and paralegals; Be involved in shaping a business model that seeks to innovate the way law firms deliver legal services; Optimize efficiency in legal processes; Work with one client as a core part of its legal function, enabling the capable candidates to gain a deeper understanding of the client's business and a closer working relationship with the client's in house team; Whilst this is a dedicated team, the candidates who join our ranks will work alongside the UK TMT team and benefit from all of the team training. We are looking for a senior lawyer with experience supervising other lawyers as well as experience with general commercial contracts, media, technology/outsourcing and intellectual property. Responsibilities You will lead a team of skilled individuals to deliver the full spectrum of commercial contract requirements for our client. This will include drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts as well as providing advice on contract or other queries. Through newly established ways of working, including an increased emphasis on technological solutions, you will support your team in taking full ownership for contracts, giving greater control than is available in traditional private practice teams. Our approach is to create a supportive environment by working collaboratively as part of a team whilst also encouraging team members to manage tasks and time professionally. You will work closely with other members of this skilled team as well as the in house legal function at our client. The department has an efficient teamwork ethic and a client management approach. It is essential that candidates are effective collaborators and committed to developing personally and professionally. A commitment to deliver high quality focused services to our clients is essential, as is maintaining and developing client relationships. We believe in constantly evolving our services to remain updated in the market, and are looking for individuals who are motivated by trying new approaches and improving our delivery approach for clients. Effective candidates will have an interest in progress and want to become one of the top teams in the region, working hard to provide the highest levels of client service whilst valuing having fun being part of a supportive and collegiate team. Summary of key responsibilities: Become the key contact and build a close working relationship with the client. Allocate incoming legal work from the client to team members. Supervise and manage team capacity, quality and availability. Set and manage personal objectives with your team. Input to financial and operational reporting. Work closely with clients to manage work allocation across the in house and Dentons teams. Attend key client and internal meetings. Facilitate quoting for certain work types. Provide onboarding training to new members of the team. Support the development and update of precedents and playbooks. Input to and support improvement initiatives across legal, technology and operations work streams. Advise and work on commercial contracts and client legal queries. Required experience, skills, and attributes Candidates who are qualified solicitors. Solid academic record, including a degree or equivalent. Experience working on media contracts. Experience managing the time and workload of others. Candidates are expected to have technology awareness. Experience working on similar work for sophisticated clients is desired. Proficient drafting skills and legal research ability. Personal attributes Dedicated to high quality client service. Proficient problem solving and decision making skills, coupled with good business awareness. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrate initiative and drive. You will be a skilled leader, work well with others, and be collaborative. Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. The capability to manage multiple tasks effectively while adhering to tight timelines. A methodical approach to work with a strong focus on accuracy. Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity . Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours.
Location: Glasgow, GB; Edinburgh, GB; Milton Keynes, GB; London, GB Department/Division: Commercial, Helix Duration: Permanent Location: Remote Type of Role: Deputy Managing Lawyer Reference number: 9103 The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled lawyer to join the Dentons Helix team as a Deputy Managing Lawyer, aligned to a specific client team at Dentons. This role provides the chance to work in innovative new ways for the UK's best loved and most iconic retail and media brands. Our client has entrusted Dentons to manage their commercial contracts requirements and enter into a genuine long term partner relationship. Given the extensive nature of our client's business and its innovative and evolving approach, the work will encompass commercial contracts, technology and outsourcing agreements, third party supplier arrangements and other contracts relating to its business operations, all of which will be varied, challenging and engaging. This unique role will see you supervising a team of lawyers and paralegals as well as working directly with business partners and helping to develop and grow the service offering. We have assembled a skilled team to assist with this work, collaborating closely with our Band 1 ranked Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT) team, as well as the client's in house legal department. This opportunity is ideal for experienced lawyers who are looking to join a law firm while acting as part of an extension of a client in house legal team to: Manage and supervise a team of lawyers and paralegals; Be involved in shaping a business model that seeks to innovate the way law firms deliver legal services; Optimize efficiency in legal processes; Work with one client as a core part of its legal function, enabling the capable candidates to gain a deeper understanding of the client's business and a closer working relationship with the client's in house team; Whilst this is a dedicated team, the candidates who join our ranks will work alongside the UK TMT team and benefit from all of the team training. We are looking for a senior lawyer with experience supervising other lawyers as well as experience with general commercial contracts, media, technology/outsourcing and intellectual property. Responsibilities You will lead a team of skilled individuals to deliver the full spectrum of commercial contract requirements for our client. This will include drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts as well as providing advice on contract or other queries. Through newly established ways of working, including an increased emphasis on technological solutions, you will support your team in taking full ownership for contracts, giving greater control than is available in traditional private practice teams. Our approach is to create a supportive environment by working collaboratively as part of a team whilst also encouraging team members to manage tasks and time professionally. You will work closely with other members of this skilled team as well as the in house legal function at our client. The department has an efficient teamwork ethic and a client management approach. It is essential that candidates are effective collaborators and committed to developing personally and professionally. A commitment to deliver high quality focused services to our clients is essential, as is maintaining and developing client relationships. We believe in constantly evolving our services to remain updated in the market, and are looking for individuals who are motivated by trying new approaches and improving our delivery approach for clients. Effective candidates will have an interest in progress and want to become one of the top teams in the region, working hard to provide the highest levels of client service whilst valuing having fun being part of a supportive and collegiate team. Summary of key responsibilities: Become the key contact and build a close working relationship with the client. Allocate incoming legal work from the client to team members. Supervise and manage team capacity, quality and availability. Set and manage personal objectives with your team. Input to financial and operational reporting. Work closely with clients to manage work allocation across the in house and Dentons teams. Attend key client and internal meetings. Facilitate quoting for certain work types. Provide onboarding training to new members of the team. Support the development and update of precedents and playbooks. Input to and support improvement initiatives across legal, technology and operations work streams. Advise and work on commercial contracts and client legal queries. Required experience, skills, and attributes Candidates who are qualified solicitors. Solid academic record, including a degree or equivalent. Experience working on media contracts. Experience managing the time and workload of others. Candidates are expected to have technology awareness. Experience working on similar work for sophisticated clients is desired. Proficient drafting skills and legal research ability. Personal attributes Dedicated to high quality client service. Proficient problem solving and decision making skills, coupled with good business awareness. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrate initiative and drive. You will be a skilled leader, work well with others, and be collaborative. Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. The capability to manage multiple tasks effectively while adhering to tight timelines. A methodical approach to work with a strong focus on accuracy. Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity . Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Location: Glasgow, GB; Edinburgh, GB; Milton Keynes, GB; London, GB Department/Division: Commercial, Helix Duration: Permanent Location: Remote Type of Role: Deputy Managing Lawyer Reference number: 9103 The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled lawyer to join the Dentons Helix team as a Deputy Managing Lawyer, aligned to a specific client team at Dentons. This role provides the chance to work in innovative new ways for the UK's best loved and most iconic retail and media brands. Our client has entrusted Dentons to manage their commercial contracts requirements and enter into a genuine long term partner relationship. Given the extensive nature of our client's business and its innovative and evolving approach, the work will encompass commercial contracts, technology and outsourcing agreements, third party supplier arrangements and other contracts relating to its business operations, all of which will be varied, challenging and engaging. This unique role will see you supervising a team of lawyers and paralegals as well as working directly with business partners and helping to develop and grow the service offering. We have assembled a skilled team to assist with this work, collaborating closely with our Band 1 ranked Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT) team, as well as the client's in house legal department. This opportunity is ideal for experienced lawyers who are looking to join a law firm while acting as part of an extension of a client in house legal team to: Manage and supervise a team of lawyers and paralegals; Be involved in shaping a business model that seeks to innovate the way law firms deliver legal services; Optimize efficiency in legal processes; Work with one client as a core part of its legal function, enabling the capable candidates to gain a deeper understanding of the client's business and a closer working relationship with the client's in house team; Whilst this is a dedicated team, the candidates who join our ranks will work alongside the UK TMT team and benefit from all of the team training. We are looking for a senior lawyer with experience supervising other lawyers as well as experience with general commercial contracts, media, technology/outsourcing and intellectual property. Responsibilities You will lead a team of skilled individuals to deliver the full spectrum of commercial contract requirements for our client. This will include drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts as well as providing advice on contract or other queries. Through newly established ways of working, including an increased emphasis on technological solutions, you will support your team in taking full ownership for contracts, giving greater control than is available in traditional private practice teams. Our approach is to create a supportive environment by working collaboratively as part of a team whilst also encouraging team members to manage tasks and time professionally. You will work closely with other members of this skilled team as well as the in house legal function at our client. The department has an efficient teamwork ethic and a client management approach. It is essential that candidates are effective collaborators and committed to developing personally and professionally. A commitment to deliver high quality focused services to our clients is essential, as is maintaining and developing client relationships. We believe in constantly evolving our services to remain updated in the market, and are looking for individuals who are motivated by trying new approaches and improving our delivery approach for clients. Effective candidates will have an interest in progress and want to become one of the top teams in the region, working hard to provide the highest levels of client service whilst valuing having fun being part of a supportive and collegiate team. Summary of key responsibilities: Become the key contact and build a close working relationship with the client. Allocate incoming legal work from the client to team members. Supervise and manage team capacity, quality and availability. Set and manage personal objectives with your team. Input to financial and operational reporting. Work closely with clients to manage work allocation across the in house and Dentons teams. Attend key client and internal meetings. Facilitate quoting for certain work types. Provide onboarding training to new members of the team. Support the development and update of precedents and playbooks. Input to and support improvement initiatives across legal, technology and operations work streams. Advise and work on commercial contracts and client legal queries. Required experience, skills, and attributes Candidates who are qualified solicitors. Solid academic record, including a degree or equivalent. Experience working on media contracts. Experience managing the time and workload of others. Candidates are expected to have technology awareness. Experience working on similar work for sophisticated clients is desired. Proficient drafting skills and legal research ability. Personal attributes Dedicated to high quality client service. Proficient problem solving and decision making skills, coupled with good business awareness. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrate initiative and drive. You will be a skilled leader, work well with others, and be collaborative. Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. The capability to manage multiple tasks effectively while adhering to tight timelines. A methodical approach to work with a strong focus on accuracy. Inclusion and Diversity We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity . Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours.
Are you a Commercial Paralegal looking to take the next step in your career with a well-established in-house legal team based in Hull? This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business where you'll work closely with experienced Legal Counsel, gaining exposure to a broad range of commercial, governance and compliance matters click apply for full job details
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Are you a Commercial Paralegal looking to take the next step in your career with a well-established in-house legal team based in Hull? This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business where you'll work closely with experienced Legal Counsel, gaining exposure to a broad range of commercial, governance and compliance matters click apply for full job details
Find Your Footsteps Recruitment Ltd
Cardigan, Dyfed
Solicitor/Trainee Solicitor/Paralegal/Legal Secretary Location: Cardigan Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday Salary: £DOE Find Your Footsteps Recruitment has teamed up with a Wales based legal firm that is looking to expand in all areas of law due to a high influx of work. They have offices in Aberystwyth, Cardigan and Pembroke so if you find yourself near these locations, or looking to relocate, then we w click apply for full job details
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Solicitor/Trainee Solicitor/Paralegal/Legal Secretary Location: Cardigan Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday Salary: £DOE Find Your Footsteps Recruitment has teamed up with a Wales based legal firm that is looking to expand in all areas of law due to a high influx of work. They have offices in Aberystwyth, Cardigan and Pembroke so if you find yourself near these locations, or looking to relocate, then we w click apply for full job details
Portfolio are proud to be representing our client, a market leading professional services consultancy in their search for a HR / Employment Law Expert to conduct HR meetings on behalf of their clients. You will have experience in conducting HR meetings such as investigations, disciplinaries, decision making and issuing outcomes including warnings and dismissals. You will need a HR / CIPD Degree OR strong experience in people management and chairing HR Meetings. Your role will be to support thousands of business owners ensuring compliance and legality, and a fair outcome for both employer and employee. Excellent communication is a must as you will assisting business owners across the country - 100,000 to be exact! This is an amazing opportunity for a HR Expert who enjoys conducting investigations, speaking with witnesses, holding meetings and decision making on a variety of issues across all sectors and industries. If you are looking for a new challenge, please apply today and we'll be in touch to discuss further! Job Purpose To deliver an expert HR service virtually via platforms such as Microsoft Teams in order to support our clients in dealing with formal meetings with their employees - conducting and advising on consultancy, capability, disciplinary, grievance and appeal issues as well as investigations and settlement negotiations. Job Overview We are looking for personable and confident HR professionals/ People Managers with good technical skills who can respond to often short-notice assignments and produce thoughtful, legally compliant and well-written reports. The ability to act impartially, identify and quantify risk for our clients and communicate this to them effectively is crucial. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Attend meetings with clients and their employees as arranged and diarised by an office-based paralegal and either conduct these or support the client to do so, as required. To undertake mediation, conciliation and other employment relations services as may be requested by clients from time to time. To provide clients with advice and guidance on their legal position with individual employees or groups of employees, with due regard to your duty of impartiality. To provide prompt, high quality reports of outcomes within specified time frames and adhere to administrative procedures concerning file management. Regularly achieve or exceed the hearing targets set by the Face2Face Management team. Work towards the team objective of obtaining repeat business. What you Bring to the Team Educated to degree level in HR, law or related business discipline or with substantial professional experience Background in HR management, consultancy or in employment law Highly professional presentation, service focussed and personable; quickly able to form good working relationships with people who may be stressed, angry or upset. A 'can do' approach to challenging situations and problem solving Benefits 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays Day off on your birthday Cash plan for you (and your children, if any) Holidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service. Contractual sick pay Private medical insurance after 5 years' service Pension Plan and Life Insurance Pension plan contributions increase after 5- and 7-years' service Holiday season bonus after 3 years' service Profit Share Scheme Season Ticket loan scheme Cycle to work scheme AND Free on-site Gym Access to Employee Assistance Programme Modern offices in the City Centre, with excellent transport links and subsidised car parking if needed Company incentives, access to discount schemes 51692LFR3 INDMANJ The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Portfolio are proud to be representing our client, a market leading professional services consultancy in their search for a HR / Employment Law Expert to conduct HR meetings on behalf of their clients. You will have experience in conducting HR meetings such as investigations, disciplinaries, decision making and issuing outcomes including warnings and dismissals. You will need a HR / CIPD Degree OR strong experience in people management and chairing HR Meetings. Your role will be to support thousands of business owners ensuring compliance and legality, and a fair outcome for both employer and employee. Excellent communication is a must as you will assisting business owners across the country - 100,000 to be exact! This is an amazing opportunity for a HR Expert who enjoys conducting investigations, speaking with witnesses, holding meetings and decision making on a variety of issues across all sectors and industries. If you are looking for a new challenge, please apply today and we'll be in touch to discuss further! Job Purpose To deliver an expert HR service virtually via platforms such as Microsoft Teams in order to support our clients in dealing with formal meetings with their employees - conducting and advising on consultancy, capability, disciplinary, grievance and appeal issues as well as investigations and settlement negotiations. Job Overview We are looking for personable and confident HR professionals/ People Managers with good technical skills who can respond to often short-notice assignments and produce thoughtful, legally compliant and well-written reports. The ability to act impartially, identify and quantify risk for our clients and communicate this to them effectively is crucial. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Attend meetings with clients and their employees as arranged and diarised by an office-based paralegal and either conduct these or support the client to do so, as required. To undertake mediation, conciliation and other employment relations services as may be requested by clients from time to time. To provide clients with advice and guidance on their legal position with individual employees or groups of employees, with due regard to your duty of impartiality. To provide prompt, high quality reports of outcomes within specified time frames and adhere to administrative procedures concerning file management. Regularly achieve or exceed the hearing targets set by the Face2Face Management team. Work towards the team objective of obtaining repeat business. What you Bring to the Team Educated to degree level in HR, law or related business discipline or with substantial professional experience Background in HR management, consultancy or in employment law Highly professional presentation, service focussed and personable; quickly able to form good working relationships with people who may be stressed, angry or upset. A 'can do' approach to challenging situations and problem solving Benefits 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays Day off on your birthday Cash plan for you (and your children, if any) Holidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service. Contractual sick pay Private medical insurance after 5 years' service Pension Plan and Life Insurance Pension plan contributions increase after 5- and 7-years' service Holiday season bonus after 3 years' service Profit Share Scheme Season Ticket loan scheme Cycle to work scheme AND Free on-site Gym Access to Employee Assistance Programme Modern offices in the City Centre, with excellent transport links and subsidised car parking if needed Company incentives, access to discount schemes 51692LFR3 INDMANJ The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Find Your Footsteps Recruitment Ltd
Aberystwyth, Dyfed
Solicitor/Trainee Solicitor/Paralegal/Legal Secretary Location: Aberystwyth Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday Salary: £DOE Find Your Footsteps Recruitment has teamed up with a Wales based legal firm that is looking to expand in all areas of law due to a high influx of work. They have offices in Aberystwyth, Cardigan and Pembroke so if you find yourself near these locations, or looking to relocate, then w click apply for full job details
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Solicitor/Trainee Solicitor/Paralegal/Legal Secretary Location: Aberystwyth Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday Salary: £DOE Find Your Footsteps Recruitment has teamed up with a Wales based legal firm that is looking to expand in all areas of law due to a high influx of work. They have offices in Aberystwyth, Cardigan and Pembroke so if you find yourself near these locations, or looking to relocate, then w click apply for full job details
Portfolio are proud to be representing our client, a market leading professional services consultancy in their search for a HR / Employment Law Expert to conduct HR meetings on behalf of their clients. You will have experience in conducting HR meetings such as investigations, disciplinaries, decision making and issuing outcomes including warnings and dismissals. You will need a HR / CIPD Degree OR strong experience in people management and chairing HR Meetings. Your role will be to support thousands of business owners ensuring compliance and legality, and a fair outcome for both employer and employee. Excellent communication is a must as you will assisting business owners across the country - 100,000 to be exact! This is an amazing opportunity for a HR Expert who enjoys conducting investigations, speaking with witnesses, holding meetings and decision making on a variety of issues across all sectors and industries. If you are looking for a new challenge, please apply today and we'll be in touch to discuss further! Job Purpose To deliver an expert HR service virtually via platforms such as Microsoft Teams in order to support our clients in dealing with formal meetings with their employees - conducting and advising on consultancy, capability, disciplinary, grievance and appeal issues as well as investigations and settlement negotiations. Job Overview We are looking for personable and confident HR professionals/ People Managers with good technical skills who can respond to often short-notice assignments and produce thoughtful, legally compliant and well-written reports. The ability to act impartially, identify and quantify risk for our clients and communicate this to them effectively is crucial. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Attend meetings with clients and their employees as arranged and diarised by an office-based paralegal and either conduct these or support the client to do so, as required. To undertake mediation, conciliation and other employment relations services as may be requested by clients from time to time. To provide clients with advice and guidance on their legal position with individual employees or groups of employees, with due regard to your duty of impartiality. To provide prompt, high quality reports of outcomes within specified time frames and adhere to administrative procedures concerning file management. Regularly achieve or exceed the hearing targets set by the Face2Face Management team. Work towards the team objective of obtaining repeat business. What you Bring to the Team Educated to degree level in HR, law or related business discipline or with substantial professional experience Background in HR management, consultancy or in employment law Highly professional presentation, service focussed and personable; quickly able to form good working relationships with people who may be stressed, angry or upset. A 'can do' approach to challenging situations and problem solving Benefits 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays Day off on your birthday Cash plan for you (and your children, if any) Holidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service. Contractual sick pay Private medical insurance after 5 years' service Pension Plan and Life Insurance Pension plan contributions increase after 5- and 7-years' service Holiday season bonus after 3 years' service Profit Share Scheme Season Ticket loan scheme Cycle to work scheme AND Free on-site Gym Access to Employee Assistance Programme Modern offices in the City Centre, with excellent transport links and subsidised car parking if needed Company incentives, access to discount schemes 51692LFR3 INDMANJ The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Portfolio are proud to be representing our client, a market leading professional services consultancy in their search for a HR / Employment Law Expert to conduct HR meetings on behalf of their clients. You will have experience in conducting HR meetings such as investigations, disciplinaries, decision making and issuing outcomes including warnings and dismissals. You will need a HR / CIPD Degree OR strong experience in people management and chairing HR Meetings. Your role will be to support thousands of business owners ensuring compliance and legality, and a fair outcome for both employer and employee. Excellent communication is a must as you will assisting business owners across the country - 100,000 to be exact! This is an amazing opportunity for a HR Expert who enjoys conducting investigations, speaking with witnesses, holding meetings and decision making on a variety of issues across all sectors and industries. If you are looking for a new challenge, please apply today and we'll be in touch to discuss further! Job Purpose To deliver an expert HR service virtually via platforms such as Microsoft Teams in order to support our clients in dealing with formal meetings with their employees - conducting and advising on consultancy, capability, disciplinary, grievance and appeal issues as well as investigations and settlement negotiations. Job Overview We are looking for personable and confident HR professionals/ People Managers with good technical skills who can respond to often short-notice assignments and produce thoughtful, legally compliant and well-written reports. The ability to act impartially, identify and quantify risk for our clients and communicate this to them effectively is crucial. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Attend meetings with clients and their employees as arranged and diarised by an office-based paralegal and either conduct these or support the client to do so, as required. To undertake mediation, conciliation and other employment relations services as may be requested by clients from time to time. To provide clients with advice and guidance on their legal position with individual employees or groups of employees, with due regard to your duty of impartiality. To provide prompt, high quality reports of outcomes within specified time frames and adhere to administrative procedures concerning file management. Regularly achieve or exceed the hearing targets set by the Face2Face Management team. Work towards the team objective of obtaining repeat business. What you Bring to the Team Educated to degree level in HR, law or related business discipline or with substantial professional experience Background in HR management, consultancy or in employment law Highly professional presentation, service focussed and personable; quickly able to form good working relationships with people who may be stressed, angry or upset. A 'can do' approach to challenging situations and problem solving Benefits 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays Day off on your birthday Cash plan for you (and your children, if any) Holidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service. Contractual sick pay Private medical insurance after 5 years' service Pension Plan and Life Insurance Pension plan contributions increase after 5- and 7-years' service Holiday season bonus after 3 years' service Profit Share Scheme Season Ticket loan scheme Cycle to work scheme AND Free on-site Gym Access to Employee Assistance Programme Modern offices in the City Centre, with excellent transport links and subsidised car parking if needed Company incentives, access to discount schemes 51692LFR3 INDMANJ The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
About You We're seeking a results-focused, innovative, self-driven, and well-qualified individual to join our talented team as our General Counsel. In this role, you will safeguard and enable enterprise growth across BCE companies by directing global legal, compliance and EHS strategy, risk management, and governance across the BCE enterprise; leading an in house team and outside counsel; standardizing contracts and intellectual property (IP) protection; stewarding subsidiary/entity affairs; and advising the Chairman/Board on material legal, compliance, EHS, and transaction risks, remedies, and controls. Key Responsibilities Set global legal strategy aligned to enterprise growth, risk appetite, and values by translating priorities into policies, playbooks, and guardrails; defining approval thresholds; sequencing initiatives across regions and entities; and measuring impact via matter, cycle time, and risk KPI's. Lead and develop an in house legal team and outside counsel by directing attorneys and paralegals, setting goals and standards; coaching and reviews; overseeing local firms and alternative legal services, and enforcing fee arrangements and service levels. Direct corporate governance and entity management across BCE companies by coordinating Advisory Board agendas and minutes, maintaining subsidiary records and authorizations, ensuring filings and powers of attorney, managing inter company and related party approvals, and validating director/officer duties. Standardize global commercial contracting and channel frameworks by issuing templates, clause libraries, and fallback positions for sales, procurement, distribution, OEM, and licensing; defining escalation criteria; and reducing cycle time while strengthening risk posture. Protect and monetize intellectual property across brands, products, and services by setting filing and maintenance strategies, advising on patent clearance for new products and processes, prioritizing enforcement, managing NDAs and restrictive covenants, and aligning IP roadmaps with business plans. Govern global compliance for bribery, trade, competition, and data privacy by setting clear standards and oversight, advising the business on legal and regulatory requirements, escalating material issues and suspected violations, and partnering with business leaders to ensure effective training, implementation and corrective actions. Lead dispute, investigation, and litigation strategy to optimal business outcomes by triaging claims, setting matter strategy and reserves with Finance, directing investigations, negotiating settlements, and reporting exposure and options to the Director and Chairman. Guide strategic transactions, carve outs/roll ins, and partnerships by running legal due diligence, negotiating definitive agreements, coordinating regulatory clearances, structuring transitional or shared services agreements between BCE companies, and embedding post close controls into operating rhythms. Strengthen policy, records, and contract lifecycle control across functions by issuing records retention and legal hold standards, deploying CLM workflows/approval gates, auditing adherence, and reporting control health and remediation timelines to leadership. Strengthen corporate compliance and EHS by establishing global corporate compliance and EHS frameworks that reduce regulatory risk and incident frequency; standardizing policies, controls, and audit protocols. Integrating performance metrics into operations and ensuring timely identification, reporting, and remediation; and a sustained improvement in safety and compliance across all regions. Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) required; active license in a US jurisdiction, with eligibility to practice in principal operating locations. 15+ years corporate legal practice. 8+ years in house with multinational scope; experience leading attorneys/paralegals and managing outside counsel across jurisdictions; exposure to chemical engineering businesses and equipment/technology contracting preferred. Commercial contracting (incl. service, MSAs, and equipment), corporate governance/subsidiary management, IP strategy, disputes/litigation, ABAC, trade controls/sanctions, competition, privacy; contract management and eDiscovery fluency; inter company and related party governance. Business first judgment; concise Board communication; negotiation to closure; policy design and implementation; matter/budget management; cross cultural influence; change leadership. Travel Required: Up to 30% including international and intercontinental travel Salary Range: $212,000 - $290,000 Benefits Attractive salaries Personal growth opportunities Excellent benefits packages that include: Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) - effective date of hire Retirement Plan (401K) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Generous Paid Time Off and Public Holidays Short Term and Long Term Disability Free uniforms and footwear Training & Development Tuition Reimbursement Wellness Resources Dymax takes the compensation of its employees very seriously and considers several factors when determining the total compensation package including but not limited to location, market range, skills, knowledge, experience, and abilities. The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Dymax salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range. The range listed is just one component of Dymax's total compensation packages for employees. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Dymax provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, domestic violence status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
About You We're seeking a results-focused, innovative, self-driven, and well-qualified individual to join our talented team as our General Counsel. In this role, you will safeguard and enable enterprise growth across BCE companies by directing global legal, compliance and EHS strategy, risk management, and governance across the BCE enterprise; leading an in house team and outside counsel; standardizing contracts and intellectual property (IP) protection; stewarding subsidiary/entity affairs; and advising the Chairman/Board on material legal, compliance, EHS, and transaction risks, remedies, and controls. Key Responsibilities Set global legal strategy aligned to enterprise growth, risk appetite, and values by translating priorities into policies, playbooks, and guardrails; defining approval thresholds; sequencing initiatives across regions and entities; and measuring impact via matter, cycle time, and risk KPI's. Lead and develop an in house legal team and outside counsel by directing attorneys and paralegals, setting goals and standards; coaching and reviews; overseeing local firms and alternative legal services, and enforcing fee arrangements and service levels. Direct corporate governance and entity management across BCE companies by coordinating Advisory Board agendas and minutes, maintaining subsidiary records and authorizations, ensuring filings and powers of attorney, managing inter company and related party approvals, and validating director/officer duties. Standardize global commercial contracting and channel frameworks by issuing templates, clause libraries, and fallback positions for sales, procurement, distribution, OEM, and licensing; defining escalation criteria; and reducing cycle time while strengthening risk posture. Protect and monetize intellectual property across brands, products, and services by setting filing and maintenance strategies, advising on patent clearance for new products and processes, prioritizing enforcement, managing NDAs and restrictive covenants, and aligning IP roadmaps with business plans. Govern global compliance for bribery, trade, competition, and data privacy by setting clear standards and oversight, advising the business on legal and regulatory requirements, escalating material issues and suspected violations, and partnering with business leaders to ensure effective training, implementation and corrective actions. Lead dispute, investigation, and litigation strategy to optimal business outcomes by triaging claims, setting matter strategy and reserves with Finance, directing investigations, negotiating settlements, and reporting exposure and options to the Director and Chairman. Guide strategic transactions, carve outs/roll ins, and partnerships by running legal due diligence, negotiating definitive agreements, coordinating regulatory clearances, structuring transitional or shared services agreements between BCE companies, and embedding post close controls into operating rhythms. Strengthen policy, records, and contract lifecycle control across functions by issuing records retention and legal hold standards, deploying CLM workflows/approval gates, auditing adherence, and reporting control health and remediation timelines to leadership. Strengthen corporate compliance and EHS by establishing global corporate compliance and EHS frameworks that reduce regulatory risk and incident frequency; standardizing policies, controls, and audit protocols. Integrating performance metrics into operations and ensuring timely identification, reporting, and remediation; and a sustained improvement in safety and compliance across all regions. Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) required; active license in a US jurisdiction, with eligibility to practice in principal operating locations. 15+ years corporate legal practice. 8+ years in house with multinational scope; experience leading attorneys/paralegals and managing outside counsel across jurisdictions; exposure to chemical engineering businesses and equipment/technology contracting preferred. Commercial contracting (incl. service, MSAs, and equipment), corporate governance/subsidiary management, IP strategy, disputes/litigation, ABAC, trade controls/sanctions, competition, privacy; contract management and eDiscovery fluency; inter company and related party governance. Business first judgment; concise Board communication; negotiation to closure; policy design and implementation; matter/budget management; cross cultural influence; change leadership. Travel Required: Up to 30% including international and intercontinental travel Salary Range: $212,000 - $290,000 Benefits Attractive salaries Personal growth opportunities Excellent benefits packages that include: Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) - effective date of hire Retirement Plan (401K) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Generous Paid Time Off and Public Holidays Short Term and Long Term Disability Free uniforms and footwear Training & Development Tuition Reimbursement Wellness Resources Dymax takes the compensation of its employees very seriously and considers several factors when determining the total compensation package including but not limited to location, market range, skills, knowledge, experience, and abilities. The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Dymax salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range. The range listed is just one component of Dymax's total compensation packages for employees. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Dymax provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, domestic violence status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The Company You'll Join the company is the connected platform and AI-native ecosystem for private capital. Built to replace fragmented tools with a single system of record, the company brings together the software, services, and legal infrastructure that founders use to manage equity, fund managers use to run administration and reporting, and legal teams use to close transactions. Trusted by 55,000 companies and 1.8M+ equity holders in 160+ countries, and 10,000 funds and SPVs representing $250B+ in assets under management, the company is transforming how private capital operates. Recognized by Fortune, Forbes, Fast Company, Inc. and Great Places to Work. For more information about our offices and culture, check out our the company careers page. The Team You'll Work With You'll be joining the company Law's UK Contracts team at the heart of its pre-M&A practice. the company Law is the largest AI-native law firm for private capital, born from the combination of Avantia Law and the company. Our lawyers and paralegals work alongside embedded AI agents to deliver investor onboarding, transaction KYC, and high-volume legal work with a speed and consistency traditional firms can't match. As a Contract Lawyer, you'll independently negotiate high volumes of pre-M&A contracts while acting as the primary day-to-day contact for sophisticated investment fund and asset manager clients. The Problems You'll Solve At the company, our employees set out on a mission to unlock the power of equity ownership for more people in more places. We believe that the problems we solve today unlock the opportunities of tomorrow. As a Contract Lawyer, you'll work to: Independently negotiate and execute high volumes of pre-M&A contracts - NDAs, NRLs, joinders, and engagement letters - liaising directly with counterparties against agreed SLAs. Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for sophisticated investment fund and asset manager clients, building trusted advisor relationships. Maintain and evolve client-specific contract playbooks, ensuring consistency and quality across every negotiation. Mentor junior lawyers and paralegals, reviewing their work and contributing to a high-performing team culture. Use and continuously improve the company's legal technology suite, including the company Ava and HighQ, to increase speed and consistency. Manage the full contract lifecycle for each matter, from first review through execution and system logging. About You Qualified and experienced. You're licensed to practise law in the UK, Europe, US, or Canada, with 3+ PQE Track record. You've independently negotiated pre-M&A contracts like NDAs, NRLs, joinders, and engagement letters in a financial services legal environment. Trusted advisor. You build lasting relationships with sophisticated investment fund and asset manager clients and communicate legal advice crisply. Commercially minded. You balance legal risk against business objectives and flag issues before they escalated. Tech-forward. You're proficient with AI-backed contract review tools like the company Ava, HighQ, and CLM/e-signature systems, and look for ways to improve them. Collaborative leader. You mentor junior lawyers and paralegals and take ownership of your work in a fast-paced environment. At the company, you're not just an employee. You're a builder who is creating infrastructure that accelerates innovation and empowers more ownership. Cartans are helpful, relentless, unconventional and kind; representing the company's Identity Traits. They work collaboratively and cross functionally to challenge the status quo; working towards a common goal of creating more owners in the private markets. Disclosures: We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a positive interview experience for every candidate. If accommodations due to a disability or medical condition are needed, please connect with the talent partner via email. the company uses E-Verify in the United States for employment authorization. See the E-Verify and Department of Justice websites for more details. For information on our data privacy policies, seePrivacy,CA Candidate Privacy, and Brazil Transparency Report. Please note that all official communications from us will come from domain. Report any contact from unapproved domains to .
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
The Company You'll Join the company is the connected platform and AI-native ecosystem for private capital. Built to replace fragmented tools with a single system of record, the company brings together the software, services, and legal infrastructure that founders use to manage equity, fund managers use to run administration and reporting, and legal teams use to close transactions. Trusted by 55,000 companies and 1.8M+ equity holders in 160+ countries, and 10,000 funds and SPVs representing $250B+ in assets under management, the company is transforming how private capital operates. Recognized by Fortune, Forbes, Fast Company, Inc. and Great Places to Work. For more information about our offices and culture, check out our the company careers page. The Team You'll Work With You'll be joining the company Law's UK Contracts team at the heart of its pre-M&A practice. the company Law is the largest AI-native law firm for private capital, born from the combination of Avantia Law and the company. Our lawyers and paralegals work alongside embedded AI agents to deliver investor onboarding, transaction KYC, and high-volume legal work with a speed and consistency traditional firms can't match. As a Contract Lawyer, you'll independently negotiate high volumes of pre-M&A contracts while acting as the primary day-to-day contact for sophisticated investment fund and asset manager clients. The Problems You'll Solve At the company, our employees set out on a mission to unlock the power of equity ownership for more people in more places. We believe that the problems we solve today unlock the opportunities of tomorrow. As a Contract Lawyer, you'll work to: Independently negotiate and execute high volumes of pre-M&A contracts - NDAs, NRLs, joinders, and engagement letters - liaising directly with counterparties against agreed SLAs. Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for sophisticated investment fund and asset manager clients, building trusted advisor relationships. Maintain and evolve client-specific contract playbooks, ensuring consistency and quality across every negotiation. Mentor junior lawyers and paralegals, reviewing their work and contributing to a high-performing team culture. Use and continuously improve the company's legal technology suite, including the company Ava and HighQ, to increase speed and consistency. Manage the full contract lifecycle for each matter, from first review through execution and system logging. About You Qualified and experienced. You're licensed to practise law in the UK, Europe, US, or Canada, with 3+ PQE Track record. You've independently negotiated pre-M&A contracts like NDAs, NRLs, joinders, and engagement letters in a financial services legal environment. Trusted advisor. You build lasting relationships with sophisticated investment fund and asset manager clients and communicate legal advice crisply. Commercially minded. You balance legal risk against business objectives and flag issues before they escalated. Tech-forward. You're proficient with AI-backed contract review tools like the company Ava, HighQ, and CLM/e-signature systems, and look for ways to improve them. Collaborative leader. You mentor junior lawyers and paralegals and take ownership of your work in a fast-paced environment. At the company, you're not just an employee. You're a builder who is creating infrastructure that accelerates innovation and empowers more ownership. Cartans are helpful, relentless, unconventional and kind; representing the company's Identity Traits. They work collaboratively and cross functionally to challenge the status quo; working towards a common goal of creating more owners in the private markets. Disclosures: We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a positive interview experience for every candidate. If accommodations due to a disability or medical condition are needed, please connect with the talent partner via email. the company uses E-Verify in the United States for employment authorization. See the E-Verify and Department of Justice websites for more details. For information on our data privacy policies, seePrivacy,CA Candidate Privacy, and Brazil Transparency Report. Please note that all official communications from us will come from domain. Report any contact from unapproved domains to .
Conveyancing Paralegal Location: Chelmsford / Leigh-on-Sea Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:30pm Are you an experienced Conveyancing Paralegal looking to join a friendly, ambitious and growing law firm? This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a successful family-run practice that combines exceptional client service with a supportive team culture click apply for full job details
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Conveyancing Paralegal Location: Chelmsford / Leigh-on-Sea Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:30pm Are you an experienced Conveyancing Paralegal looking to join a friendly, ambitious and growing law firm? This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a successful family-run practice that combines exceptional client service with a supportive team culture click apply for full job details
The Company You'll Join the company is the connected platform and AI-native ecosystem for private capital. Built to replace fragmented tools with a single system of record, the company brings together the software, services, and legal infrastructure that founders use to manage equity, fund managers use to run administration and reporting, and legal teams use to close transactions. Trusted by 55,000 companies and 1.8M+ equity holders in 160+ countries, and 10,000 funds and SPVs representing $250B+ in assets under management, the company is transforming how private capital operates. Recognized by Fortune, Forbes, Fast Company, Inc. and Great Places to Work. For more information about our offices and culture, check out our the company careers page. The Team You'll Work With You'll be joining the company Law's UK Contracts team as a subject-matter expert in pre-M&A contract law. the company Law is the largest AI-native law firm for private capital, born from the combination of Avantia Law and the company. Our lawyers and paralegals work alongside embedded AI agents to deliver investor onboarding, transaction KYC, and high-volume legal work with a speed and consistency traditional firms can't match. As a Senior Contract Lawyer, you'll lead high-value negotiations, own key client relationships, and play a significant role in developing our more junior lawyers and the wider paralegal team. The Problems You'll Solve At the company, our employees set out on a mission to unlock the power of equity ownership for more people in more places. We believe that the problems we solve today unlock the opportunities of tomorrow. As a Senior Contract Lawyer, you'll work to: Lead the negotiation of high-value, complex pre-M&A contracts and multi-party agreements across the client portfolio. Own and independently manage key client relationships with sophisticated investment fund and asset manager clients. Manage external counsel instructions and supervision across relevant matters. Drive continuous improvement of the company's legal technology suite, including the company Ava - identifying, piloting, and embedding new capabilities. Mentor and develop E4 Contract Lawyers and senior paralegals, reviewing their work and providing structured feedback. Own and evolve the firm-wide standard clause library and cross-client playbook framework. About You Senior practitioner. You're licensed to practise law in the UK, Europe, US, or Canada, with 5+ PQE. Complex negotiator. You have a track record independently leading complex pre-M&A negotiations, including cross-border and multi-jurisdictional matters. Trusted advisor. You build and sustain trusted advisor status with sophisticated financial services clients and lead senior stakeholder engagement. Tech innovator. You're an expert user of the company Ava, HighQ, and CLM/e-signature platforms, and you drive AI/legal tech adoption across the team. Mentor and leader. You develop junior team members with structured feedback and contribute to team strategy and resourcing. Commercially sharp. You align legal advice with business objectives and manage external counsel spend effectively. At the company, you're not just an employee. You're a builder who is creating infrastructure that accelerates innovation and empowers more ownership. Cartans are helpful, relentless, unconventional and kind; representing the company's Identity Traits. They work collaboratively and cross functionally to challenge the status quo; working towards a common goal of creating more owners in the private markets. Disclosures: We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a positive interview experience for every candidate. If accommodations due to a disability or medical condition are needed, please connect with the talent partner via email. the company uses E-Verify in the United States for employment authorization. See the E-Verify and Department of Justice websites for more details. For information on our data privacy policies, seePrivacy,CA Candidate Privacy, and Brazil Transparency Report. Please note that all official communications from us will come from domain. Report any contact from unapproved domains to .
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
The Company You'll Join the company is the connected platform and AI-native ecosystem for private capital. Built to replace fragmented tools with a single system of record, the company brings together the software, services, and legal infrastructure that founders use to manage equity, fund managers use to run administration and reporting, and legal teams use to close transactions. Trusted by 55,000 companies and 1.8M+ equity holders in 160+ countries, and 10,000 funds and SPVs representing $250B+ in assets under management, the company is transforming how private capital operates. Recognized by Fortune, Forbes, Fast Company, Inc. and Great Places to Work. For more information about our offices and culture, check out our the company careers page. The Team You'll Work With You'll be joining the company Law's UK Contracts team as a subject-matter expert in pre-M&A contract law. the company Law is the largest AI-native law firm for private capital, born from the combination of Avantia Law and the company. Our lawyers and paralegals work alongside embedded AI agents to deliver investor onboarding, transaction KYC, and high-volume legal work with a speed and consistency traditional firms can't match. As a Senior Contract Lawyer, you'll lead high-value negotiations, own key client relationships, and play a significant role in developing our more junior lawyers and the wider paralegal team. The Problems You'll Solve At the company, our employees set out on a mission to unlock the power of equity ownership for more people in more places. We believe that the problems we solve today unlock the opportunities of tomorrow. As a Senior Contract Lawyer, you'll work to: Lead the negotiation of high-value, complex pre-M&A contracts and multi-party agreements across the client portfolio. Own and independently manage key client relationships with sophisticated investment fund and asset manager clients. Manage external counsel instructions and supervision across relevant matters. Drive continuous improvement of the company's legal technology suite, including the company Ava - identifying, piloting, and embedding new capabilities. Mentor and develop E4 Contract Lawyers and senior paralegals, reviewing their work and providing structured feedback. Own and evolve the firm-wide standard clause library and cross-client playbook framework. About You Senior practitioner. You're licensed to practise law in the UK, Europe, US, or Canada, with 5+ PQE. Complex negotiator. You have a track record independently leading complex pre-M&A negotiations, including cross-border and multi-jurisdictional matters. Trusted advisor. You build and sustain trusted advisor status with sophisticated financial services clients and lead senior stakeholder engagement. Tech innovator. You're an expert user of the company Ava, HighQ, and CLM/e-signature platforms, and you drive AI/legal tech adoption across the team. Mentor and leader. You develop junior team members with structured feedback and contribute to team strategy and resourcing. Commercially sharp. You align legal advice with business objectives and manage external counsel spend effectively. At the company, you're not just an employee. You're a builder who is creating infrastructure that accelerates innovation and empowers more ownership. Cartans are helpful, relentless, unconventional and kind; representing the company's Identity Traits. They work collaboratively and cross functionally to challenge the status quo; working towards a common goal of creating more owners in the private markets. Disclosures: We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a positive interview experience for every candidate. If accommodations due to a disability or medical condition are needed, please connect with the talent partner via email. the company uses E-Verify in the United States for employment authorization. See the E-Verify and Department of Justice websites for more details. For information on our data privacy policies, seePrivacy,CA Candidate Privacy, and Brazil Transparency Report. Please note that all official communications from us will come from domain. Report any contact from unapproved domains to .
If you're a 2+ PQE corporate lawyer looking to trade the city centre commute and pressure for a more flexible working arrangement without having to comprise on quality of work and maintain a more healthy work-life balance then this could be for you. Our client is a leading full-service regional law firm. It takes pride in its workplace culture with over a third of its staff working either part time or flexible hours or remote/hybrid or a combination of all three! They have won a number of awards for being one of the best places to work and are continuing reviewing and adding to their benefit offerings for employees. A new role has arisen for a Corporate Lawyer to work closely with the Head of Department manging a varied caseload with support from fellow solicitors, paralegal support and the wider corporate / commercial team. Applications are welcome from candidates with at least 2 PQE in corporate law with experience of managing their own corporate transactions and who possess a proactive and adaptable approach together with an interest in business development and continual client relationship management. Candidates who can demonstrate the necessary skills outside of this PQE will also be considered.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
If you're a 2+ PQE corporate lawyer looking to trade the city centre commute and pressure for a more flexible working arrangement without having to comprise on quality of work and maintain a more healthy work-life balance then this could be for you. Our client is a leading full-service regional law firm. It takes pride in its workplace culture with over a third of its staff working either part time or flexible hours or remote/hybrid or a combination of all three! They have won a number of awards for being one of the best places to work and are continuing reviewing and adding to their benefit offerings for employees. A new role has arisen for a Corporate Lawyer to work closely with the Head of Department manging a varied caseload with support from fellow solicitors, paralegal support and the wider corporate / commercial team. Applications are welcome from candidates with at least 2 PQE in corporate law with experience of managing their own corporate transactions and who possess a proactive and adaptable approach together with an interest in business development and continual client relationship management. Candidates who can demonstrate the necessary skills outside of this PQE will also be considered.
Portfolio are proud to be representing our client, a market leading professional services consultancy in their search for a HR / Employment Law Expert to conduct HR meetings on behalf of their clients. You will have experience in conducting HR meetings such as investigations, disciplinaries, decision making and issuing outcomes including warnings and dismissals. You will need a HR / CIPD Degree OR strong experience in people management and chairing HR Meetings. Your role will be to support thousands of business owners ensuring compliance and legality, and a fair outcome for both employer and employee. Excellent communication is a must as you will assisting business owners across the country - 100,000 to be exact! This is an amazing opportunity for a HR Expert who enjoys conducting investigations, speaking with witnesses, holding meetings and decision making on a variety of issues across all sectors and industries. If you are looking for a new challenge, please apply today and we'll be in touch to discuss further! Job Purpose To deliver an expert HR service virtually via platforms such as Microsoft Teams in order to support our clients in dealing with formal meetings with their employees - conducting and advising on consultancy, capability, disciplinary, grievance and appeal issues as well as investigations and settlement negotiations. Job Overview We are looking for personable and confident HR professionals/ People Managers with good technical skills who can respond to often short-notice assignments and produce thoughtful, legally compliant and well-written reports. The ability to act impartially, identify and quantify risk for our clients and communicate this to them effectively is crucial. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Attend meetings with clients and their employees as arranged and diarised by an office-based paralegal and either conduct these or support the client to do so, as required. To undertake mediation, conciliation and other employment relations services as may be requested by clients from time to time. To provide clients with advice and guidance on their legal position with individual employees or groups of employees, with due regard to your duty of impartiality. To provide prompt, high quality reports of outcomes within specified time frames and adhere to administrative procedures concerning file management. Regularly achieve or exceed the hearing targets set by the Face2Face Management team. Work towards the team objective of obtaining repeat business. What you Bring to the Team Educated to degree level in HR, law or related business discipline or with substantial professional experience Background in HR management, consultancy or in employment law Highly professional presentation, service focussed and personable; quickly able to form good working relationships with people who may be stressed, angry or upset. A 'can do' approach to challenging situations and problem solving Benefits 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays Day off on your birthday Cash plan for you (and your children, if any) Holidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service. Contractual sick pay Private medical insurance after 5 years' service Pension Plan and Life Insurance Pension plan contributions increase after 5- and 7-years' service Holiday season bonus after 3 years' service Profit Share Scheme Season Ticket loan scheme Cycle to work scheme Access to Employee Assistance Programme Company incentives, access to discount schemes 51692LFR3 INDMANJ The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Portfolio are proud to be representing our client, a market leading professional services consultancy in their search for a HR / Employment Law Expert to conduct HR meetings on behalf of their clients. You will have experience in conducting HR meetings such as investigations, disciplinaries, decision making and issuing outcomes including warnings and dismissals. You will need a HR / CIPD Degree OR strong experience in people management and chairing HR Meetings. Your role will be to support thousands of business owners ensuring compliance and legality, and a fair outcome for both employer and employee. Excellent communication is a must as you will assisting business owners across the country - 100,000 to be exact! This is an amazing opportunity for a HR Expert who enjoys conducting investigations, speaking with witnesses, holding meetings and decision making on a variety of issues across all sectors and industries. If you are looking for a new challenge, please apply today and we'll be in touch to discuss further! Job Purpose To deliver an expert HR service virtually via platforms such as Microsoft Teams in order to support our clients in dealing with formal meetings with their employees - conducting and advising on consultancy, capability, disciplinary, grievance and appeal issues as well as investigations and settlement negotiations. Job Overview We are looking for personable and confident HR professionals/ People Managers with good technical skills who can respond to often short-notice assignments and produce thoughtful, legally compliant and well-written reports. The ability to act impartially, identify and quantify risk for our clients and communicate this to them effectively is crucial. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Attend meetings with clients and their employees as arranged and diarised by an office-based paralegal and either conduct these or support the client to do so, as required. To undertake mediation, conciliation and other employment relations services as may be requested by clients from time to time. To provide clients with advice and guidance on their legal position with individual employees or groups of employees, with due regard to your duty of impartiality. To provide prompt, high quality reports of outcomes within specified time frames and adhere to administrative procedures concerning file management. Regularly achieve or exceed the hearing targets set by the Face2Face Management team. Work towards the team objective of obtaining repeat business. What you Bring to the Team Educated to degree level in HR, law or related business discipline or with substantial professional experience Background in HR management, consultancy or in employment law Highly professional presentation, service focussed and personable; quickly able to form good working relationships with people who may be stressed, angry or upset. A 'can do' approach to challenging situations and problem solving Benefits 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays Day off on your birthday Cash plan for you (and your children, if any) Holidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service. Contractual sick pay Private medical insurance after 5 years' service Pension Plan and Life Insurance Pension plan contributions increase after 5- and 7-years' service Holiday season bonus after 3 years' service Profit Share Scheme Season Ticket loan scheme Cycle to work scheme Access to Employee Assistance Programme Company incentives, access to discount schemes 51692LFR3 INDMANJ The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Portfolio are proud to be representing our client, a market leading professional services consultancy in their search for a HR / Employment Law Expert to conduct HR meetings on behalf of their clients. You will have experience in conducting HR meetings such as investigations, disciplinaries, decision making and issuing outcomes including warnings and dismissals. You will need a HR / CIPD Degree OR strong experience in people management and chairing HR Meetings. Your role will be to support thousands of business owners ensuring compliance and legality, and a fair outcome for both employer and employee. Excellent communication is a must as you will assisting business owners across the country - 100,000 to be exact! This is an amazing opportunity for a HR Expert who enjoys conducting investigations, speaking with witnesses, holding meetings and decision making on a variety of issues across all sectors and industries. If you are looking for a new challenge, please apply today and we'll be in touch to discuss further! Job Purpose To deliver an expert HR service virtually via platforms such as Microsoft Teams in order to support our clients in dealing with formal meetings with their employees - conducting and advising on consultancy, capability, disciplinary, grievance and appeal issues as well as investigations and settlement negotiations. Job Overview We are looking for personable and confident HR professionals/ People Managers with good technical skills who can respond to often short-notice assignments and produce thoughtful, legally compliant and well-written reports. The ability to act impartially, identify and quantify risk for our clients and communicate this to them effectively is crucial. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Attend meetings with clients and their employees as arranged and diarised by an office-based paralegal and either conduct these or support the client to do so, as required. To undertake mediation, conciliation and other employment relations services as may be requested by clients from time to time. To provide clients with advice and guidance on their legal position with individual employees or groups of employees, with due regard to your duty of impartiality. To provide prompt, high quality reports of outcomes within specified time frames and adhere to administrative procedures concerning file management. Regularly achieve or exceed the hearing targets set by the Face2Face Management team. Work towards the team objective of obtaining repeat business. What you Bring to the Team Educated to degree level in HR, law or related business discipline or with substantial professional experience Background in HR management, consultancy or in employment law Highly professional presentation, service focussed and personable; quickly able to form good working relationships with people who may be stressed, angry or upset. A 'can do' approach to challenging situations and problem solving Benefits 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays Day off on your birthday Cash plan for you (and your children, if any) Holidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service. Contractual sick pay Private medical insurance after 5 years' service Pension Plan and Life Insurance Pension plan contributions increase after 5- and 7-years' service Holiday season bonus after 3 years' service Profit Share Scheme Season Ticket loan scheme Cycle to work scheme Access to Employee Assistance Programme Company incentives, access to discount schemes 51692LF INDMANJ The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Portfolio are proud to be representing our client, a market leading professional services consultancy in their search for a HR / Employment Law Expert to conduct HR meetings on behalf of their clients. You will have experience in conducting HR meetings such as investigations, disciplinaries, decision making and issuing outcomes including warnings and dismissals. You will need a HR / CIPD Degree OR strong experience in people management and chairing HR Meetings. Your role will be to support thousands of business owners ensuring compliance and legality, and a fair outcome for both employer and employee. Excellent communication is a must as you will assisting business owners across the country - 100,000 to be exact! This is an amazing opportunity for a HR Expert who enjoys conducting investigations, speaking with witnesses, holding meetings and decision making on a variety of issues across all sectors and industries. If you are looking for a new challenge, please apply today and we'll be in touch to discuss further! Job Purpose To deliver an expert HR service virtually via platforms such as Microsoft Teams in order to support our clients in dealing with formal meetings with their employees - conducting and advising on consultancy, capability, disciplinary, grievance and appeal issues as well as investigations and settlement negotiations. Job Overview We are looking for personable and confident HR professionals/ People Managers with good technical skills who can respond to often short-notice assignments and produce thoughtful, legally compliant and well-written reports. The ability to act impartially, identify and quantify risk for our clients and communicate this to them effectively is crucial. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Attend meetings with clients and their employees as arranged and diarised by an office-based paralegal and either conduct these or support the client to do so, as required. To undertake mediation, conciliation and other employment relations services as may be requested by clients from time to time. To provide clients with advice and guidance on their legal position with individual employees or groups of employees, with due regard to your duty of impartiality. To provide prompt, high quality reports of outcomes within specified time frames and adhere to administrative procedures concerning file management. Regularly achieve or exceed the hearing targets set by the Face2Face Management team. Work towards the team objective of obtaining repeat business. What you Bring to the Team Educated to degree level in HR, law or related business discipline or with substantial professional experience Background in HR management, consultancy or in employment law Highly professional presentation, service focussed and personable; quickly able to form good working relationships with people who may be stressed, angry or upset. A 'can do' approach to challenging situations and problem solving Benefits 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays Day off on your birthday Cash plan for you (and your children, if any) Holidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service. Contractual sick pay Private medical insurance after 5 years' service Pension Plan and Life Insurance Pension plan contributions increase after 5- and 7-years' service Holiday season bonus after 3 years' service Profit Share Scheme Season Ticket loan scheme Cycle to work scheme Access to Employee Assistance Programme Company incentives, access to discount schemes 51692LF INDMANJ The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
