Dispute Resolution Solicitor NQ + Cardiff Chadwick Nott has received instructions for an ambitious and motivated Solicitor to join a leading 'Top 100' law firm in their dispute resolution team, which is ranked by both Chambers and Legal 500 directories as one of the premier litigation departments in Wales and beyond. The well-established and highly regarded team provides expert legal advice to a wide spectrum of clients, advising them on various commercial, property, and housing disputes. Your client portfolio will include registered social landlords and local authority clients. You will enjoy building and strengthening relationships with these clients. This specialised team is recognized as a national leader in their field, covering all aspects of tenancy enforcement arising from nuisance behaviour, criminal activity, anti-social behaviour, disrepair claims, homelessness, and navigating changes introduced by The Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016. Strong advocacy skills are essential, as you will be required to attend hearings and negotiate with parties. The ideal candidate should be technically proficient and an excellent communicator, able to demonstrate strong relationship-building skills with clients and colleagues. We offer the opportunity to work with a highly ranked team on high-quality work within a collegiate firm that encourages career growth. The package includes a competitive salary and benefits, along with options for flexible hybrid working. Applications are encouraged from candidates with NQ to 5PQE due to the firm's growth. To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott on / or At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture and supporting our clients in achieving the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture, or personal characteristics. We celebrate diversity in the workplace. Please note that the indicated experience levels are guidelines only.
Jul 04, 2025
Full time
Dispute Resolution Solicitor NQ + Cardiff Chadwick Nott has received instructions for an ambitious and motivated Solicitor to join a leading 'Top 100' law firm in their dispute resolution team, which is ranked by both Chambers and Legal 500 directories as one of the premier litigation departments in Wales and beyond. The well-established and highly regarded team provides expert legal advice to a wide spectrum of clients, advising them on various commercial, property, and housing disputes. Your client portfolio will include registered social landlords and local authority clients. You will enjoy building and strengthening relationships with these clients. This specialised team is recognized as a national leader in their field, covering all aspects of tenancy enforcement arising from nuisance behaviour, criminal activity, anti-social behaviour, disrepair claims, homelessness, and navigating changes introduced by The Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016. Strong advocacy skills are essential, as you will be required to attend hearings and negotiate with parties. The ideal candidate should be technically proficient and an excellent communicator, able to demonstrate strong relationship-building skills with clients and colleagues. We offer the opportunity to work with a highly ranked team on high-quality work within a collegiate firm that encourages career growth. The package includes a competitive salary and benefits, along with options for flexible hybrid working. Applications are encouraged from candidates with NQ to 5PQE due to the firm's growth. To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott on / or At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture and supporting our clients in achieving the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture, or personal characteristics. We celebrate diversity in the workplace. Please note that the indicated experience levels are guidelines only.
As an award-winning Yorkshire law firm, our reputation is built upon offering our clients an excellent, tailored service that provides them with clear, pragmatic advice. Our growing Property Litigation team offers specialist advice to a variety of household names in the retail and property sector. Currently ranked Tier 3 in Legal 500, Richard Jobes leads the ambitious team in supporting the firm's stand-out clients, which includes EVRi, The Trafford Centre and CBRE. We are now seeking to recruit a solicitor who is about to qualify or has up to 3 years' post-qualified experience (PQE), preferably with experience in this practice area or dispute resolution. You will ideally have also undertaken a training seat within Real Estate. The role You will provide a supporting role within the team, which will include offering legal assistance on a range of property litigation matters and providing clients with appropriate advice, guidance, and support. In addition to helping other lawyers, and depending upon your level of experience, you'll also have responsibility for managing your own cases (under the support of a supervising Partner). What we're looking for If you are keen to develop your expertise within property litigation, are looking for a career pathway, and want to work in a friendly, inclusive and understanding environment where your wellbeing will be supported, this could be the ideal career move. It's essential that you are a collaborative team player, able to work flexibly, easily adaptable to changing situations, and supportive of colleagues at all levels. You must also have a 'client first' attitude, demonstrating a commitment to finding and securing positive results. You must also be ambitious: committed to expanding your knowledge and understanding, and developing your skills, abilities, and expertise. How to apply If you possess the skills and experience we are seeking, we look forward to hearing from you. This role falls within our hybrid working arrangements, which incorporate elements of working from home and office-based work. Sign up to our mailing list to get the latest news and updates. Sign up
Jul 04, 2025
Full time
As an award-winning Yorkshire law firm, our reputation is built upon offering our clients an excellent, tailored service that provides them with clear, pragmatic advice. Our growing Property Litigation team offers specialist advice to a variety of household names in the retail and property sector. Currently ranked Tier 3 in Legal 500, Richard Jobes leads the ambitious team in supporting the firm's stand-out clients, which includes EVRi, The Trafford Centre and CBRE. We are now seeking to recruit a solicitor who is about to qualify or has up to 3 years' post-qualified experience (PQE), preferably with experience in this practice area or dispute resolution. You will ideally have also undertaken a training seat within Real Estate. The role You will provide a supporting role within the team, which will include offering legal assistance on a range of property litigation matters and providing clients with appropriate advice, guidance, and support. In addition to helping other lawyers, and depending upon your level of experience, you'll also have responsibility for managing your own cases (under the support of a supervising Partner). What we're looking for If you are keen to develop your expertise within property litigation, are looking for a career pathway, and want to work in a friendly, inclusive and understanding environment where your wellbeing will be supported, this could be the ideal career move. It's essential that you are a collaborative team player, able to work flexibly, easily adaptable to changing situations, and supportive of colleagues at all levels. You must also have a 'client first' attitude, demonstrating a commitment to finding and securing positive results. You must also be ambitious: committed to expanding your knowledge and understanding, and developing your skills, abilities, and expertise. How to apply If you possess the skills and experience we are seeking, we look forward to hearing from you. This role falls within our hybrid working arrangements, which incorporate elements of working from home and office-based work. Sign up to our mailing list to get the latest news and updates. Sign up
Buckinghamshire Council
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
We have two openings in our Litigation, Licensing and Employment Team for Civil Litigation lawyers to join us. We offer a vibrant, stimulating legal environment and a culture of knowledge sharing and learning, to inspire and develop our lawyers to lead in their field. We are looking for lawyers with a strong professional work ethic and a commitment to excellent service, leading to a dynamic and rewarding future. Are you committed to making a difference? Do you want the work you do to have a real impact for the local community? Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your career to undertake varied and complex case work? We have one full-time and one part-time lawyer post (22.5 hours per week). The salaries advertised for these roles are dependent on experience. Please note if you are working part-time the salary would be pro-rata. About us Legal Services is at the heart of the Council and provides a fast paced and rewarding career in a supportive environment. Career development is something we are very passionate about; we are committed to building an exceptional in-house legal service. This is an exciting time to join us, as we continue to grow and develop our service. If that's not enough reason to join us, you will be entitled to a range of benefits from Buckinghamshire Council including a very competitive employer pension contribution, generous annual leave allowance and discounts in a range of services and restaurants. About the role You'll be part of a collaborative team of experienced lawyers that values personal development. It's a place where you will be supported as well as encouraged to use your initiative, take responsibility early, and work directly with in-house client officers. We are seeking legal professionals who enjoy working collaboratively to offer proactive, innovative and client-focused advice. We have one full-time and one part-time lawyer post (22.5 hours per week). In relation to the full-time vacancy, we would consider applications for part-time working. Please state on your application which post you wish to be considered for. The salaries advertised for these roles are dependent on experience. Please note if you are working part-time the salary would be pro-rata. Lawyer - Full Time (Salary grade 8-10) You will undertake a complex and varied caseload specialising in defending public PL and employers' liability EL claims brought against the Council (e.g. highways negligence, personal injury, subsidence and nuisance claims) as well as general civil and commercial disputes. Experience in any of the additional following areas would be an advantage: adult social care debt recovery, homelessness advice including s204 Housing Act 1996 County Court appeals, disability discrimination claims in the First-tier Tribunal (SEND) and First-tier Tribunal (Property) Chamber. You will be expected to conduct all stages of litigation, including drafting pleadings, preparing and advising on witness statements, negotiating and drafting settlements, representing the Council at court and tribunal hearings and Instructing Counsel on complex matters/higher courts where necessary. You will be expected to provide expert legal advice to the Council's insurance team and to advise senior managers on internal policies and risk management. Experience in working in local government is desirable but not essential. Lawyer - part-time (22.5 hours) (Salary grade 8-10) You will have conduct of a complex and varied caseload of general civil litigation matters including injunctions, debt recovery, data protection claims, possession proceedings and anti-social behaviour. Experience in any of the additional following areas would be an advantage: adult social care debt recovery, homelessness advice including s204 Housing Act 1996 County Court appeals, disability discrimination claims in the First-tier Tribunal (SEND). You will be expected to conduct all stages of litigation, including drafting pleadings, preparing and advising on witness statements, negotiating and drafting settlements, representing the Council at court and tribunal hearings and Instructing Counsel on complex matters where necessary. Experience in working in local government is desirable but not essential. For further information on these roles please see the attached job summary. Working Style Legal Services works in a hybrid manner with a mixture of office based and home working. We recognise the importance of team collaboration and as an 'any desk' working you will be expected to attend the office 40% of the time or in line with business needs and team requirements. You will have full remote access to enable you to work from home the remainder of the time. There will also be times when you'll need to attend face to face meetings or court hearings in Buckinghamshire and further afield. During any probationary/learning period you may be required to attend the office more frequently for training. About you We welcome applications from Solicitors, Barristers and Legal Executives with relevant experience. Naturally, you will be professional, highly motivated and proactive , with a developed knowledge Civil Litigation and the Civil Procedural Rules. You will bring experience, knowledge and excellent drafting skills to the role, as well as the ability to provide sound legal advice and conduct a varied civil litigation caseload. You will be collaborative and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and will actively participate and support the team. Other information For an informal chat about these roles in more detail, contact Angela Mills () This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: All unspent convictions and conditional cautions All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020 and 2023). We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. Our values and culture We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: a fair and inclusive culture the chance to really make a difference to those around you health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. About the Business Unit The Assistant Chief Executive directorate is central to Buckinghamshire Council's journey to establish itself as one of the best councils in the country. With a clear focus on service improvement through transformation and a drive to build better relationships with the local community, the directorate is fast-paced; but extremely rewarding. Our teams are not only proactively delivering on projects and plans but also reacting to developing situations. If you are ambitious, innovative, and would relish the opportunity to influence change - a role within our service area could be your next career move. The team includes exciting areas of work, including a brand new localities model - delivering 16 community boards across the county to make it easy for our residents to engage with us as we work together to plan for the future. Other teams include our Policy and Communications and Legal and Democratic Services teams - innovating the way we communicate with our colleagues, Members and the local community, and role-modelling best practice through policy, planning and legal services. If you think you can help us achieve our goals, and want to be a part of this exciting journey, we would love to hear from you! We recognise and reward you Hard work and success deserves recognition. That's why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more.
Jul 04, 2025
Full time
We have two openings in our Litigation, Licensing and Employment Team for Civil Litigation lawyers to join us. We offer a vibrant, stimulating legal environment and a culture of knowledge sharing and learning, to inspire and develop our lawyers to lead in their field. We are looking for lawyers with a strong professional work ethic and a commitment to excellent service, leading to a dynamic and rewarding future. Are you committed to making a difference? Do you want the work you do to have a real impact for the local community? Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your career to undertake varied and complex case work? We have one full-time and one part-time lawyer post (22.5 hours per week). The salaries advertised for these roles are dependent on experience. Please note if you are working part-time the salary would be pro-rata. About us Legal Services is at the heart of the Council and provides a fast paced and rewarding career in a supportive environment. Career development is something we are very passionate about; we are committed to building an exceptional in-house legal service. This is an exciting time to join us, as we continue to grow and develop our service. If that's not enough reason to join us, you will be entitled to a range of benefits from Buckinghamshire Council including a very competitive employer pension contribution, generous annual leave allowance and discounts in a range of services and restaurants. About the role You'll be part of a collaborative team of experienced lawyers that values personal development. It's a place where you will be supported as well as encouraged to use your initiative, take responsibility early, and work directly with in-house client officers. We are seeking legal professionals who enjoy working collaboratively to offer proactive, innovative and client-focused advice. We have one full-time and one part-time lawyer post (22.5 hours per week). In relation to the full-time vacancy, we would consider applications for part-time working. Please state on your application which post you wish to be considered for. The salaries advertised for these roles are dependent on experience. Please note if you are working part-time the salary would be pro-rata. Lawyer - Full Time (Salary grade 8-10) You will undertake a complex and varied caseload specialising in defending public PL and employers' liability EL claims brought against the Council (e.g. highways negligence, personal injury, subsidence and nuisance claims) as well as general civil and commercial disputes. Experience in any of the additional following areas would be an advantage: adult social care debt recovery, homelessness advice including s204 Housing Act 1996 County Court appeals, disability discrimination claims in the First-tier Tribunal (SEND) and First-tier Tribunal (Property) Chamber. You will be expected to conduct all stages of litigation, including drafting pleadings, preparing and advising on witness statements, negotiating and drafting settlements, representing the Council at court and tribunal hearings and Instructing Counsel on complex matters/higher courts where necessary. You will be expected to provide expert legal advice to the Council's insurance team and to advise senior managers on internal policies and risk management. Experience in working in local government is desirable but not essential. Lawyer - part-time (22.5 hours) (Salary grade 8-10) You will have conduct of a complex and varied caseload of general civil litigation matters including injunctions, debt recovery, data protection claims, possession proceedings and anti-social behaviour. Experience in any of the additional following areas would be an advantage: adult social care debt recovery, homelessness advice including s204 Housing Act 1996 County Court appeals, disability discrimination claims in the First-tier Tribunal (SEND). You will be expected to conduct all stages of litigation, including drafting pleadings, preparing and advising on witness statements, negotiating and drafting settlements, representing the Council at court and tribunal hearings and Instructing Counsel on complex matters where necessary. Experience in working in local government is desirable but not essential. For further information on these roles please see the attached job summary. Working Style Legal Services works in a hybrid manner with a mixture of office based and home working. We recognise the importance of team collaboration and as an 'any desk' working you will be expected to attend the office 40% of the time or in line with business needs and team requirements. You will have full remote access to enable you to work from home the remainder of the time. There will also be times when you'll need to attend face to face meetings or court hearings in Buckinghamshire and further afield. During any probationary/learning period you may be required to attend the office more frequently for training. About you We welcome applications from Solicitors, Barristers and Legal Executives with relevant experience. Naturally, you will be professional, highly motivated and proactive , with a developed knowledge Civil Litigation and the Civil Procedural Rules. You will bring experience, knowledge and excellent drafting skills to the role, as well as the ability to provide sound legal advice and conduct a varied civil litigation caseload. You will be collaborative and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and will actively participate and support the team. Other information For an informal chat about these roles in more detail, contact Angela Mills () This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: All unspent convictions and conditional cautions All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020 and 2023). We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. Our values and culture We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: a fair and inclusive culture the chance to really make a difference to those around you health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. About the Business Unit The Assistant Chief Executive directorate is central to Buckinghamshire Council's journey to establish itself as one of the best councils in the country. With a clear focus on service improvement through transformation and a drive to build better relationships with the local community, the directorate is fast-paced; but extremely rewarding. Our teams are not only proactively delivering on projects and plans but also reacting to developing situations. If you are ambitious, innovative, and would relish the opportunity to influence change - a role within our service area could be your next career move. The team includes exciting areas of work, including a brand new localities model - delivering 16 community boards across the county to make it easy for our residents to engage with us as we work together to plan for the future. Other teams include our Policy and Communications and Legal and Democratic Services teams - innovating the way we communicate with our colleagues, Members and the local community, and role-modelling best practice through policy, planning and legal services. If you think you can help us achieve our goals, and want to be a part of this exciting journey, we would love to hear from you! We recognise and reward you Hard work and success deserves recognition. That's why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more.
Litigation Solicitor Location: Bath, Somerset Salary: Up to £60,000 (DOE) Working Arrangement: Hybrid (initial on-site expectation) About the Role A highly regarded regional law firm is looking to welcome a Litigation Solicitor to its established team, with the flexibility to be based in either Bath or Wells. Known for its supportive culture and commitment to long-term careers, the firm places a strong emphasis on the individual -their values, ambitions, and growth potential -rather than just ticking boxes on a CV. This role offers the opportunity to handle a broad civil litigation caseload, with some exposure to commercial litigation matters. You'll be joining a welcoming and down-to-earth team where your contribution will be genuinely valued, and your career development actively supported. The role will involve: Running your own varied caseload of civil litigation matters, such as property disputes, contentious probate, and debt recovery. Assisting with or managing some commercial litigation files, depending on experience. Advising clients directly and representing them in negotiations or hearings. Taking an active role in team development and client relationship management. Working closely with senior colleagues who are keen to mentor and support your progression. To be successful in this role, you will: Be a qualified Solicitor with around NQ-5 years' PQE in litigation. Have solid experience in civil litigation, with any commercial exposure being a bonus. Be personable, ambitious, and eager to build your career in a firm that prioritises its people. Thrive in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Show strong communication skills and a practical, client-focused approach. What You'll Get in Return A competitive salary of up to £60,000, depending on experience. Hybrid working options after an initial period. A genuinely supportive and inclusive working culture. Real progression opportunities tailored to your strengths and aspirations. The chance to build a career with a firm that values you as an individual. For a confidential discussion on this role, please contact James at TSR Legal directly on or in complete confidence.
Jul 04, 2025
Full time
Litigation Solicitor Location: Bath, Somerset Salary: Up to £60,000 (DOE) Working Arrangement: Hybrid (initial on-site expectation) About the Role A highly regarded regional law firm is looking to welcome a Litigation Solicitor to its established team, with the flexibility to be based in either Bath or Wells. Known for its supportive culture and commitment to long-term careers, the firm places a strong emphasis on the individual -their values, ambitions, and growth potential -rather than just ticking boxes on a CV. This role offers the opportunity to handle a broad civil litigation caseload, with some exposure to commercial litigation matters. You'll be joining a welcoming and down-to-earth team where your contribution will be genuinely valued, and your career development actively supported. The role will involve: Running your own varied caseload of civil litigation matters, such as property disputes, contentious probate, and debt recovery. Assisting with or managing some commercial litigation files, depending on experience. Advising clients directly and representing them in negotiations or hearings. Taking an active role in team development and client relationship management. Working closely with senior colleagues who are keen to mentor and support your progression. To be successful in this role, you will: Be a qualified Solicitor with around NQ-5 years' PQE in litigation. Have solid experience in civil litigation, with any commercial exposure being a bonus. Be personable, ambitious, and eager to build your career in a firm that prioritises its people. Thrive in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Show strong communication skills and a practical, client-focused approach. What You'll Get in Return A competitive salary of up to £60,000, depending on experience. Hybrid working options after an initial period. A genuinely supportive and inclusive working culture. Real progression opportunities tailored to your strengths and aspirations. The chance to build a career with a firm that values you as an individual. For a confidential discussion on this role, please contact James at TSR Legal directly on or in complete confidence.
We are looking for talented individuals to become our solicitors of the future. If you believe you have what it takes to join our team of leading lawyers, we want to hear from you. What do we look for We take a long term view of recruitment. We are looking to find in our pre-qualification solicitor recruitment the individuals who will qualify with us, stay with us and make a real contribution, perhaps becoming the leaders of the firm in future. A number of our current partners trained with the firm. We expect candidates to know something of the firm before they apply, even if that is simply from reading our website. As a specialist firm, we appreciate that it can be difficult for candidates to gain experience in one of our fields prior to applying, but we do look for some evidence of a genuine interest in our specialisms, either through your experiences to date or in your covering letter. Details of our specialisms can be found here: Wrigleys Specialisms . We look for good grades, but we do not set specific minimum requirements. A 1st class or 2:1 degree (gained or predicted) is preferred, though applicants with a 2:2 will be considered if the rest of their application is sufficiently strong. Similarly, A levels (or equivalent) at A and B grades are preferred, but not essential. We look at each application as a whole. Fundamentally, we seek strong candidates who can make a valuable contribution to the firm, and we are interested to hear from candidates planning to take any of the various routes to become a qualified solicitor. Historically, we have offered around three training contracts per year through the Legal Practice Course (LPC) route. We are flexible and do not simply recruit the 'top three' candidates. Instead, we seek those who embody our Values and Ways of Working. We now welcome applications from both Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) candidates and those under the transitional LPC arrangements. While we do not have a set process for legal apprenticeships, we encourage applications from those interested in this route. What does the training look like? For our training contracts (whether LPC-route 'periods of recognised training' or SQE QWE) we offer seats in three or four of the following areas: Property Private client, trusts, probate and tax planning Pensions Charities (including employment, company and commercial, social enterprise) Court of Protection Wrigleys undertakes no litigation or contentious work as such. For our LPC-route training contracts, training and experience in contentious matters (as is required by the SRA Practice Skills Standards) is available through secondment to another firm. Trainees at Wrigleys are given early responsibility and make an important contribution to our teams. We offer competitive trainee and NQ salaries, and we have excellent retention rates on qualification. For SQE candidates, we will broadly replicate the training contract, with seats as described above providing two years of Qualifying Work Experience with us. Our small recruitment intake will enable us to adapt to suit the experience, aspirations and interests of the individuals we recruit. Application Process We are now accepting applications for candidates to join us in September 2027 . Please ensure you specify your route (traditional Periods of Recognised Training, SQE, or legal apprenticeship) in your application. Please apply with your CV and a covering letter. Include all academic qualifications, subjects, and grades (GCSE and A levels) We will take mitigating circumstances relating to your academic record into consideration. Please provide full details of your mitigating circumstances with your application, and include written evidence from the examining body/relevant academic institution and/or verification by a third party such as your doctor or tutor. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. Interviews: August 2025 (video and in-person at our Leeds office) Offers made shortly after interviews have taken place
Jul 04, 2025
Full time
We are looking for talented individuals to become our solicitors of the future. If you believe you have what it takes to join our team of leading lawyers, we want to hear from you. What do we look for We take a long term view of recruitment. We are looking to find in our pre-qualification solicitor recruitment the individuals who will qualify with us, stay with us and make a real contribution, perhaps becoming the leaders of the firm in future. A number of our current partners trained with the firm. We expect candidates to know something of the firm before they apply, even if that is simply from reading our website. As a specialist firm, we appreciate that it can be difficult for candidates to gain experience in one of our fields prior to applying, but we do look for some evidence of a genuine interest in our specialisms, either through your experiences to date or in your covering letter. Details of our specialisms can be found here: Wrigleys Specialisms . We look for good grades, but we do not set specific minimum requirements. A 1st class or 2:1 degree (gained or predicted) is preferred, though applicants with a 2:2 will be considered if the rest of their application is sufficiently strong. Similarly, A levels (or equivalent) at A and B grades are preferred, but not essential. We look at each application as a whole. Fundamentally, we seek strong candidates who can make a valuable contribution to the firm, and we are interested to hear from candidates planning to take any of the various routes to become a qualified solicitor. Historically, we have offered around three training contracts per year through the Legal Practice Course (LPC) route. We are flexible and do not simply recruit the 'top three' candidates. Instead, we seek those who embody our Values and Ways of Working. We now welcome applications from both Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) candidates and those under the transitional LPC arrangements. While we do not have a set process for legal apprenticeships, we encourage applications from those interested in this route. What does the training look like? For our training contracts (whether LPC-route 'periods of recognised training' or SQE QWE) we offer seats in three or four of the following areas: Property Private client, trusts, probate and tax planning Pensions Charities (including employment, company and commercial, social enterprise) Court of Protection Wrigleys undertakes no litigation or contentious work as such. For our LPC-route training contracts, training and experience in contentious matters (as is required by the SRA Practice Skills Standards) is available through secondment to another firm. Trainees at Wrigleys are given early responsibility and make an important contribution to our teams. We offer competitive trainee and NQ salaries, and we have excellent retention rates on qualification. For SQE candidates, we will broadly replicate the training contract, with seats as described above providing two years of Qualifying Work Experience with us. Our small recruitment intake will enable us to adapt to suit the experience, aspirations and interests of the individuals we recruit. Application Process We are now accepting applications for candidates to join us in September 2027 . Please ensure you specify your route (traditional Periods of Recognised Training, SQE, or legal apprenticeship) in your application. Please apply with your CV and a covering letter. Include all academic qualifications, subjects, and grades (GCSE and A levels) We will take mitigating circumstances relating to your academic record into consideration. Please provide full details of your mitigating circumstances with your application, and include written evidence from the examining body/relevant academic institution and/or verification by a third party such as your doctor or tutor. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. Interviews: August 2025 (video and in-person at our Leeds office) Offers made shortly after interviews have taken place
_ga - Expires after 2 years (1st party) _ga_nnnnnnnnnn - Expires after 2 years (1st party) Restructuring and Recoveries Manager - ABL page is loaded Restructuring and Recoveries Manager - ABL Apply locations Manchester - SBF time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR3303 Hours: Permanent working 35 hours per week Closing Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2025 Skipton Business Finance (SBF) is a subsidiary company of Skipton Building Society Group. SBF provides a range of working capital finance facilities for UK SME's with annual turnovers up to £100m. SBF offer a range of Asset Based Lending (ABL) facilities, including receivables facilities (Confidential Invoice Discounting or disclosed credit managed facilities), Plant & Machinery, property, and inventory / stock loans. It is also provides facilities on behalf of the British Business Bank and its affiliated loan facilities, of which SBF are an accredited lender. These facilities are seen as a flexible and highly competitive alternative to traditional commercial finance lending. Key Responsibilities: Day to day management of a portfolio of non-performing clients, devising and following strategies agreed in conjunction with line managers and the COO Support the Operations team with early intervention conversations and strategies, review of debt including books and review of ABL facilities against valuations and 3rd party appraisals. Liaise with professional advisors including solicitors, Receivers, Valuers and IPs where appropriate. Manage and maintain the BBB portal to ensure all recoveries are recorded accurately and written off on the systems accurately, also oversight and periodic review of the loans to ensure our system and the BBB poral reflect accurately; Represent the business whilst maintaining our reputation, demonstrating our values and key behaviours. Identify and monitor potential provisions, report to the COO on any new entries that may increase our bad debt provisions. Share knowledge and experience with the wider business, review lessons learned on recoveries, to support best practice and the importance of adhering to the Risk framework. Support the COO with ad-hoc tasks as required. Key Skills: Excellent customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal. Exceptional interpersonal skills and confidence in having difficult conversations. The ability to demonstrate an understanding of the regulatory framework relevant to the role. Commercially focused to effectively manage risk and collections while protecting against credit losses. Keen attention to detail, including the administration and handling of client data. Time management skills - prioritise work effectively and be able to work under pressure to meet agreed service levels, whilst maintaining high accuracy. Essential : An understanding of restructuring distressed facilities, insolvency, litigation processes and their practical application. Property funding experience. Strong communicator - verbal and written. Awareness of commercial and reputational challenges. Proficient with Microsoft office - word, excel and PowerPoint. Remuneration: Competitive package - including a competitive base salary, market leading commission scheme, expenses, car allowance, mobile phone, relevant IT, Skipton Group Pension and private medical insurance as well as access to many other benefits with the wider Skipton Group Rewards programme.
Jul 04, 2025
Full time
_ga - Expires after 2 years (1st party) _ga_nnnnnnnnnn - Expires after 2 years (1st party) Restructuring and Recoveries Manager - ABL page is loaded Restructuring and Recoveries Manager - ABL Apply locations Manchester - SBF time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR3303 Hours: Permanent working 35 hours per week Closing Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2025 Skipton Business Finance (SBF) is a subsidiary company of Skipton Building Society Group. SBF provides a range of working capital finance facilities for UK SME's with annual turnovers up to £100m. SBF offer a range of Asset Based Lending (ABL) facilities, including receivables facilities (Confidential Invoice Discounting or disclosed credit managed facilities), Plant & Machinery, property, and inventory / stock loans. It is also provides facilities on behalf of the British Business Bank and its affiliated loan facilities, of which SBF are an accredited lender. These facilities are seen as a flexible and highly competitive alternative to traditional commercial finance lending. Key Responsibilities: Day to day management of a portfolio of non-performing clients, devising and following strategies agreed in conjunction with line managers and the COO Support the Operations team with early intervention conversations and strategies, review of debt including books and review of ABL facilities against valuations and 3rd party appraisals. Liaise with professional advisors including solicitors, Receivers, Valuers and IPs where appropriate. Manage and maintain the BBB portal to ensure all recoveries are recorded accurately and written off on the systems accurately, also oversight and periodic review of the loans to ensure our system and the BBB poral reflect accurately; Represent the business whilst maintaining our reputation, demonstrating our values and key behaviours. Identify and monitor potential provisions, report to the COO on any new entries that may increase our bad debt provisions. Share knowledge and experience with the wider business, review lessons learned on recoveries, to support best practice and the importance of adhering to the Risk framework. Support the COO with ad-hoc tasks as required. Key Skills: Excellent customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal. Exceptional interpersonal skills and confidence in having difficult conversations. The ability to demonstrate an understanding of the regulatory framework relevant to the role. Commercially focused to effectively manage risk and collections while protecting against credit losses. Keen attention to detail, including the administration and handling of client data. Time management skills - prioritise work effectively and be able to work under pressure to meet agreed service levels, whilst maintaining high accuracy. Essential : An understanding of restructuring distressed facilities, insolvency, litigation processes and their practical application. Property funding experience. Strong communicator - verbal and written. Awareness of commercial and reputational challenges. Proficient with Microsoft office - word, excel and PowerPoint. Remuneration: Competitive package - including a competitive base salary, market leading commission scheme, expenses, car allowance, mobile phone, relevant IT, Skipton Group Pension and private medical insurance as well as access to many other benefits with the wider Skipton Group Rewards programme.
Fee-Share Solicitors, Lawyers with openings Nationwide. Absolute Law Recruitment are working in partnership with various UK and International law firms who are seeking Senior Solicitors and Partners 6 yrs+ PQE to join their growing fee-sharing Consultancy Teams. These award-winning Firms focus on quality and talent combining the best elements of traditional law to provide a different offering for both clients and lawyers. You will already have your own client following, however, there will an opportunity to receive referrals through networking. A selection of services covering:- Banking & Finance, Intellectual Property, Family, Charity, Franchising, Private Client, Real Estate, Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Commercial, Construction & Engineering, Employment, Data Management, Technology, Corporate M&A, Pensions, Contentious Trusts & Probate, Insolvency, Environmental, Infrastructure, Private Equity etc. Benefits to include:- 100% remote working/or "hot desk" from one of their offices. Manage your own hours. No targets. Networking/Marketing/Referrals. Subject to annual billing, a tiered structure from 75% to 90% remuneration. A dedicated Team covering compliance, PR & Marketing and Networking/Events. Back office support. These opportunities are for Solicitors who would like to work on a self-employed basis and not as a traditional Consultancy position. If you would like to discuss further, please contact us today! Absolute Law Recruitment are acting as an Employment Consultancy for this position.
Jul 04, 2025
Contractor
Fee-Share Solicitors, Lawyers with openings Nationwide. Absolute Law Recruitment are working in partnership with various UK and International law firms who are seeking Senior Solicitors and Partners 6 yrs+ PQE to join their growing fee-sharing Consultancy Teams. These award-winning Firms focus on quality and talent combining the best elements of traditional law to provide a different offering for both clients and lawyers. You will already have your own client following, however, there will an opportunity to receive referrals through networking. A selection of services covering:- Banking & Finance, Intellectual Property, Family, Charity, Franchising, Private Client, Real Estate, Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Commercial, Construction & Engineering, Employment, Data Management, Technology, Corporate M&A, Pensions, Contentious Trusts & Probate, Insolvency, Environmental, Infrastructure, Private Equity etc. Benefits to include:- 100% remote working/or "hot desk" from one of their offices. Manage your own hours. No targets. Networking/Marketing/Referrals. Subject to annual billing, a tiered structure from 75% to 90% remuneration. A dedicated Team covering compliance, PR & Marketing and Networking/Events. Back office support. These opportunities are for Solicitors who would like to work on a self-employed basis and not as a traditional Consultancy position. If you would like to discuss further, please contact us today! Absolute Law Recruitment are acting as an Employment Consultancy for this position.
Are you a Litigation Paralegal, Fee Earner or NQ Solicitor looking to develop your legal career in L&T work? Our client is a specialist Landlord & Tenant practice based in Sussex seeking an additional member to join the team of 3 lawyers and 4 case handlers. You will be joining the firms Landlord and Tenant department dealing with residential property litigation work acting mainly for landlords which includes Rent/Service Charge recovery work, Possession cases and Lease disputes. This includes accelerated possession matters, but can extend to defended proceedings, together with advice on relevant landlord and tenant legislation. Dealing with appropriate drafting and comply with court directions and orders. Corresponding with clients and other parties (Defendant/court/other solicitors/managing agents) as directed. Issuing possession claims on possession claims online system, complete paper applications for the court including manual possession applications, accelerated applications and warrant applications Producing instructions to advocates and counsel Producing notices seeking possessions Update Case Management information spreadsheets Clients range from private landlords with a single property to large managing agents and insurance companies. Some previous experience with L&T or Property Litigation work would be preferred, however experience within Personal Injury claims, Debt Recovery or general Civil Litigation will also be considered for this position as some training can be provided. Position is full-time and office based 9:00 am to 5:30 pm Monday to Friday. Generous salary and career progression on offer.
Jul 04, 2025
Full time
Are you a Litigation Paralegal, Fee Earner or NQ Solicitor looking to develop your legal career in L&T work? Our client is a specialist Landlord & Tenant practice based in Sussex seeking an additional member to join the team of 3 lawyers and 4 case handlers. You will be joining the firms Landlord and Tenant department dealing with residential property litigation work acting mainly for landlords which includes Rent/Service Charge recovery work, Possession cases and Lease disputes. This includes accelerated possession matters, but can extend to defended proceedings, together with advice on relevant landlord and tenant legislation. Dealing with appropriate drafting and comply with court directions and orders. Corresponding with clients and other parties (Defendant/court/other solicitors/managing agents) as directed. Issuing possession claims on possession claims online system, complete paper applications for the court including manual possession applications, accelerated applications and warrant applications Producing instructions to advocates and counsel Producing notices seeking possessions Update Case Management information spreadsheets Clients range from private landlords with a single property to large managing agents and insurance companies. Some previous experience with L&T or Property Litigation work would be preferred, however experience within Personal Injury claims, Debt Recovery or general Civil Litigation will also be considered for this position as some training can be provided. Position is full-time and office based 9:00 am to 5:30 pm Monday to Friday. Generous salary and career progression on offer.
Internal Job Title: Senior Commercial Counsel Business: Lucy Group Ltd Location: Oxford (Hybrid) Job Reference No: 4601 Job Purpose: As Senior Commercial Counsel, reporting into the Lucy Group Head of Legal, you will be a problem solving and solutions oriented senior legal professional, and, as a senior member of the in-house Legal Department, you will be an active business partner and trusted adviser to the businesses and Group functions, able to work with colleagues at a number of different levels of the business. Business Overview: Lucy Group is a multinational private company based in Oxford, UK. Through our various businesses, we're on a mission to enable the global shift to electrification and make the built environment sustainable. With around 1800 people across five continents and a turnover exceeding £400m, we're growing rapidly, both organically and through acquisition. Key Areas of Operation: Lucy Electric : electrical equipment, controls, and automation for medium and low voltage secondary power distribution. Lucy Controls: intelligent street lighting, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and smart city management solutions. Lucy Real Estate: sustainable living through residential property development, lettings and management, primarily in Oxfordshire. Job Dimensions: The role is hybrid, but the successful candidate will be required to attend the Lucy Group Head Office in Oxford at least 2 days per week. Key Accountabilities: Advise the Lucy Electric and Lucy Controls businesses on a variety of legal matters including M&A, corporate, sales and purchasing commercial contracts, IP, IT and litigation, with minimal supervision. Advise the Lucy Real Estate business on a variety of residential property development legal matters with minimal supervision (but excluding both conveyancing and complex specialist real estate matters, both of which are externally outsourced) Support the Group Head of Legal with a review of tenders and contracts (both sales and procurement) for the various Lucy Group companies. Apply business and legal judgment to proposed deals, relationships, and other issues requiring legal or compliance attention. Manage external legal counsel, where required, to ensure advice is given in a timely and cost-effective manner and within budgetary constraints. Provide advice to operational teams on appropriate strategies in relation to disputes that have not yet been formalised. Ideally, advise on regulatory including international trade controls and data privacy law. Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience Minimum: Must be UK (or common law equivalent) qualified solicitor or barrister with a minimum of 8 - 10 years post qualification experience, including in-house experience, preferably within an industrial setting. Knowledge of the specific laws and regulations that apply to the industry that the Group companies work in, such as treasury, transfer pricing, electricity distribution and would be ideal. Knowledge of real estate law and commercial law are an absolute requirement Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and work independently or in a team environment as required, managing numerous and changing priorities effectively and efficiently. Knowledge and experience of relevant areas of law, including M&A, corporate, property, construction, sales and purchasing commercial contracts, IP, IT, data security and litigation. Strong structuring, drafting and negotiating skills. Ability to manage a sizeable workload in a fast-paced environment. Ability to convey complex legal information in an understandable manner. Experience of finding risk-based solutions to ensure the businesses can undertake complex transactions efficiently. Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritise and to respond in a timely manner. Strong influencing and teamworking skills. Abides by our company values and displays integrity at all times. Excellent communication (oral and written) including negotiation skills. Ability to interact effectively and professionally with a number of levels of management, internal and external business partners. Does this sound interesting? We would love to hear from you. Our application process is quick and easy. Apply today!
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
Internal Job Title: Senior Commercial Counsel Business: Lucy Group Ltd Location: Oxford (Hybrid) Job Reference No: 4601 Job Purpose: As Senior Commercial Counsel, reporting into the Lucy Group Head of Legal, you will be a problem solving and solutions oriented senior legal professional, and, as a senior member of the in-house Legal Department, you will be an active business partner and trusted adviser to the businesses and Group functions, able to work with colleagues at a number of different levels of the business. Business Overview: Lucy Group is a multinational private company based in Oxford, UK. Through our various businesses, we're on a mission to enable the global shift to electrification and make the built environment sustainable. With around 1800 people across five continents and a turnover exceeding £400m, we're growing rapidly, both organically and through acquisition. Key Areas of Operation: Lucy Electric : electrical equipment, controls, and automation for medium and low voltage secondary power distribution. Lucy Controls: intelligent street lighting, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and smart city management solutions. Lucy Real Estate: sustainable living through residential property development, lettings and management, primarily in Oxfordshire. Job Dimensions: The role is hybrid, but the successful candidate will be required to attend the Lucy Group Head Office in Oxford at least 2 days per week. Key Accountabilities: Advise the Lucy Electric and Lucy Controls businesses on a variety of legal matters including M&A, corporate, sales and purchasing commercial contracts, IP, IT and litigation, with minimal supervision. Advise the Lucy Real Estate business on a variety of residential property development legal matters with minimal supervision (but excluding both conveyancing and complex specialist real estate matters, both of which are externally outsourced) Support the Group Head of Legal with a review of tenders and contracts (both sales and procurement) for the various Lucy Group companies. Apply business and legal judgment to proposed deals, relationships, and other issues requiring legal or compliance attention. Manage external legal counsel, where required, to ensure advice is given in a timely and cost-effective manner and within budgetary constraints. Provide advice to operational teams on appropriate strategies in relation to disputes that have not yet been formalised. Ideally, advise on regulatory including international trade controls and data privacy law. Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience Minimum: Must be UK (or common law equivalent) qualified solicitor or barrister with a minimum of 8 - 10 years post qualification experience, including in-house experience, preferably within an industrial setting. Knowledge of the specific laws and regulations that apply to the industry that the Group companies work in, such as treasury, transfer pricing, electricity distribution and would be ideal. Knowledge of real estate law and commercial law are an absolute requirement Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and work independently or in a team environment as required, managing numerous and changing priorities effectively and efficiently. Knowledge and experience of relevant areas of law, including M&A, corporate, property, construction, sales and purchasing commercial contracts, IP, IT, data security and litigation. Strong structuring, drafting and negotiating skills. Ability to manage a sizeable workload in a fast-paced environment. Ability to convey complex legal information in an understandable manner. Experience of finding risk-based solutions to ensure the businesses can undertake complex transactions efficiently. Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritise and to respond in a timely manner. Strong influencing and teamworking skills. Abides by our company values and displays integrity at all times. Excellent communication (oral and written) including negotiation skills. Ability to interact effectively and professionally with a number of levels of management, internal and external business partners. Does this sound interesting? We would love to hear from you. Our application process is quick and easy. Apply today!
Construction Solicitor Location: Bristol Salary: Up to £65,000 (DOE) Working Arrangement: Hybrid About the Role We are representing a well-established regional firm with a growing construction practice, looking to hire a newly qualified solicitor into their Bristol office. The team handles both contentious and non-contentious work, acting for developers, contractors, and consultants across the South and nationwide. This is a great chance to learn from a respected and close-knit team that works on a range of infrastructure and commercial property projects. The firm offers structured progression and full support for junior lawyers. The role will involve: Drafting and advising on JCT and NEC construction contracts. Assisting on adjudications and contentious matters. Supporting on risk assessments and strategic advice. Engaging in business development and building relationships with referrers. To be successful in this role, you will: Be a recently qualified solicitor with a seat in construction or commercial litigation. Have a strong academic and training background. Be commercially aware and eager to develop long-term client relationships. Thrive in a team that values training, feedback, and growth. What You'll Get in Return Salary up to £65,000 (DOE) Direct partner mentoring and technical training. Hybrid working and an open, collaborative team structure. A platform for growth in a nationally respected construction practice. For a confidential discussion on this role, please contact James at TSR Legal directly on or in complete confidence.
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
Construction Solicitor Location: Bristol Salary: Up to £65,000 (DOE) Working Arrangement: Hybrid About the Role We are representing a well-established regional firm with a growing construction practice, looking to hire a newly qualified solicitor into their Bristol office. The team handles both contentious and non-contentious work, acting for developers, contractors, and consultants across the South and nationwide. This is a great chance to learn from a respected and close-knit team that works on a range of infrastructure and commercial property projects. The firm offers structured progression and full support for junior lawyers. The role will involve: Drafting and advising on JCT and NEC construction contracts. Assisting on adjudications and contentious matters. Supporting on risk assessments and strategic advice. Engaging in business development and building relationships with referrers. To be successful in this role, you will: Be a recently qualified solicitor with a seat in construction or commercial litigation. Have a strong academic and training background. Be commercially aware and eager to develop long-term client relationships. Thrive in a team that values training, feedback, and growth. What You'll Get in Return Salary up to £65,000 (DOE) Direct partner mentoring and technical training. Hybrid working and an open, collaborative team structure. A platform for growth in a nationally respected construction practice. For a confidential discussion on this role, please contact James at TSR Legal directly on or in complete confidence.
Location: West Midlands Salary: Open to negotiation Hybrid Work: 2 days from home We are seeking a skilled Litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our dynamic team specialising in leasehold property management. Joining a small team focused on litigation, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a laid-back yet highly professional environment. About Us: Our firm prides itself on a collaborative culture where we value teamwork and a supportive approach, ensuring everyone mucks in when needed without hesitation. Key Responsibilities: Handling Debt Recovery across small claims, fast-track, and multi-track cases. Managing Breach of Lease issues through County Court and FTT actions. Conducting Forfeiture and Possession Proceedings . Advising on Lease Extensions, Variations , and conducting FTT Applications . Detailed Lease Analysis and Enforcement of Judgments . Providing expert advice on major works consultations, s20b notices, lease variations, lease structures, and notices of repair . Supporting the Pre-Litigation team with expertise and guidance. Attendance at industry events, conferences, and client meetings as required for business development. Requirements: Proven experience in leasehold property management is essential. Expertise in handling landlord/tenant inquiries and related litigation matters. Strong capability in managing a diverse caseload effectively. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment . Benefits: Competitive salary Hybrid working 2/3 days from home Pension scheme Death in Service benefit Private healthcare Supportive and team-focused culture Opportunities for professional development If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for leasehold property litigation and a collaborative work ethic , we invite you to apply. Contact: Bryn Cadfan-lewis (url removed) (phone number removed) (url removed) Why use Block Recruit? Our Current Stats: 96% of respondents rated our service as excellent. 92% of respondents rated the level of briefing given about the company & opportunity as excellent. 92% of respondents rated us as excellent against other agencies they have used in the past. 91% of respondents rated our speed of response as excellent. 94% of respondents rated our service levels during the recruitment process as excellent. 100% of respondents said they would recommend Block Recruit to friends or colleagues in the future. If you are a motivated individual looking for a rewarding career in property management, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of our successful and highly-rated team at Block Recruit!
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
Location: West Midlands Salary: Open to negotiation Hybrid Work: 2 days from home We are seeking a skilled Litigation Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our dynamic team specialising in leasehold property management. Joining a small team focused on litigation, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a laid-back yet highly professional environment. About Us: Our firm prides itself on a collaborative culture where we value teamwork and a supportive approach, ensuring everyone mucks in when needed without hesitation. Key Responsibilities: Handling Debt Recovery across small claims, fast-track, and multi-track cases. Managing Breach of Lease issues through County Court and FTT actions. Conducting Forfeiture and Possession Proceedings . Advising on Lease Extensions, Variations , and conducting FTT Applications . Detailed Lease Analysis and Enforcement of Judgments . Providing expert advice on major works consultations, s20b notices, lease variations, lease structures, and notices of repair . Supporting the Pre-Litigation team with expertise and guidance. Attendance at industry events, conferences, and client meetings as required for business development. Requirements: Proven experience in leasehold property management is essential. Expertise in handling landlord/tenant inquiries and related litigation matters. Strong capability in managing a diverse caseload effectively. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment . Benefits: Competitive salary Hybrid working 2/3 days from home Pension scheme Death in Service benefit Private healthcare Supportive and team-focused culture Opportunities for professional development If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for leasehold property litigation and a collaborative work ethic , we invite you to apply. Contact: Bryn Cadfan-lewis (url removed) (phone number removed) (url removed) Why use Block Recruit? Our Current Stats: 96% of respondents rated our service as excellent. 92% of respondents rated the level of briefing given about the company & opportunity as excellent. 92% of respondents rated us as excellent against other agencies they have used in the past. 91% of respondents rated our speed of response as excellent. 94% of respondents rated our service levels during the recruitment process as excellent. 100% of respondents said they would recommend Block Recruit to friends or colleagues in the future. If you are a motivated individual looking for a rewarding career in property management, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of our successful and highly-rated team at Block Recruit!
Property Litigation Solicitor, 3+ years PQE, South Devon, Highly regarded, modern law firm, offering flexible working options - To apply or register your interest, please contact Theresa Lucas on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) with your CV JOB TITLE: Property Litigation Solicitor PQE REQUIRED: 3+ years LOCATION: South Devon THE ROLE: Joining this reputable and successful Property Litigation team, you will be working on a range of commercial and residential property disputes including tenancies, ground rent and service charge recovery, possessions, lease renewals, dilapidations and rent reviews. As well as managing your own caseload of files, you will also be working as part of a team on major disputes, often cross -firm teams, and will have the opportunity to lead these teams. THE CANDIDATE: You will be a talented Property Litigation Solicitor with at least 3 years' PQE and can demonstrate that you are able to provide up to date and commercially focussed advice to clients. You will be a self motivated, proactive individual, with exceptional commercial acumen and an interest in business development. You will have an excellent understanding of risk and best practice and a commitment to a collaborative approach to problem-solving. THE FIRM: An established firm with a reputable and growing property litigation team. Offering a challenging property litigation caseload and the chance to develop your career long-term. THE PACKAGE: Competitive salary and benefits package including flexible working options HOW TO APPLY: Contact Theresa Lucas at eNL on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
Property Litigation Solicitor, 3+ years PQE, South Devon, Highly regarded, modern law firm, offering flexible working options - To apply or register your interest, please contact Theresa Lucas on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) with your CV JOB TITLE: Property Litigation Solicitor PQE REQUIRED: 3+ years LOCATION: South Devon THE ROLE: Joining this reputable and successful Property Litigation team, you will be working on a range of commercial and residential property disputes including tenancies, ground rent and service charge recovery, possessions, lease renewals, dilapidations and rent reviews. As well as managing your own caseload of files, you will also be working as part of a team on major disputes, often cross -firm teams, and will have the opportunity to lead these teams. THE CANDIDATE: You will be a talented Property Litigation Solicitor with at least 3 years' PQE and can demonstrate that you are able to provide up to date and commercially focussed advice to clients. You will be a self motivated, proactive individual, with exceptional commercial acumen and an interest in business development. You will have an excellent understanding of risk and best practice and a commitment to a collaborative approach to problem-solving. THE FIRM: An established firm with a reputable and growing property litigation team. Offering a challenging property litigation caseload and the chance to develop your career long-term. THE PACKAGE: Competitive salary and benefits package including flexible working options HOW TO APPLY: Contact Theresa Lucas at eNL on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
JOB TITLE: Litigation / Latent Defects Claims Lead PQE REQUIRED: 3+ LOCATION: London SALARY: £60,112 + bonus THE ROLE: Our client, a respected housing association are recruiting for an experienced Litigation / Latent Defects Claims Lead. This is a pivotal position, offering the opportunity to take ownership of complex legal matters involving latent defects and contentious construction law, while also contributing strategic legal support on procurement and contract matters. This role is ideal for a solicitor with strong litigation experience in the construction field and a solid understanding of the property sector. The successful candidate will also be expected to provide high-quality legal advice, draft complex contractual documentation, and support wider legal initiatives within the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Manage and oversee the day-to-day handling of latent defect claims and related litigation files. Draft clear, practical legal advice for internal stakeholders across the business. Provide expert advice on all aspects of construction law, including payments, delays, defects, procurement issues, and insurance matters. Assist in the preparation of adjudication and arbitration submissions. Oversee legal proceedings in the Technology & Construction Court (TCC). Draft, review, and amend a broad range of legal agreements including: NEC and JCT construction contracts Maintain and update the organisation's precedent library of construction contracts and sector-specific clauses. Advise internal teams on procurement strategies and contract structures, particularly in relation to complex construction projects. Deliver training and legal guidance to non-legal departments to support best practices in construction-related activities. Support resolution of high-value or complex commercial disputes, including pre-litigation strategy and assessment. THE CANDIDATE: A qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years' PQE in contentious construction law. Demonstrated experience in latent defect claims and commercial dispute resolution. Sound knowledge of construction contract law, including JCT, NEC, and public sector procurement frameworks. Through understanding of the Housing Grants, Construction & Regeneration Act 1996, the Scheme for Construction Contracts (England & Wales) Regulations 1998 and the Civil Procedure Rules. Strong drafting and negotiation skills, with experience working on complex legal agreements. Ability to communicate legal concepts clearly to both legal and non-legal audiences. Experience in the housing, local authority, or public sector construction environment is desirable This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, values-driven environment. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Pasquale Agatiello at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
JOB TITLE: Litigation / Latent Defects Claims Lead PQE REQUIRED: 3+ LOCATION: London SALARY: £60,112 + bonus THE ROLE: Our client, a respected housing association are recruiting for an experienced Litigation / Latent Defects Claims Lead. This is a pivotal position, offering the opportunity to take ownership of complex legal matters involving latent defects and contentious construction law, while also contributing strategic legal support on procurement and contract matters. This role is ideal for a solicitor with strong litigation experience in the construction field and a solid understanding of the property sector. The successful candidate will also be expected to provide high-quality legal advice, draft complex contractual documentation, and support wider legal initiatives within the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Manage and oversee the day-to-day handling of latent defect claims and related litigation files. Draft clear, practical legal advice for internal stakeholders across the business. Provide expert advice on all aspects of construction law, including payments, delays, defects, procurement issues, and insurance matters. Assist in the preparation of adjudication and arbitration submissions. Oversee legal proceedings in the Technology & Construction Court (TCC). Draft, review, and amend a broad range of legal agreements including: NEC and JCT construction contracts Maintain and update the organisation's precedent library of construction contracts and sector-specific clauses. Advise internal teams on procurement strategies and contract structures, particularly in relation to complex construction projects. Deliver training and legal guidance to non-legal departments to support best practices in construction-related activities. Support resolution of high-value or complex commercial disputes, including pre-litigation strategy and assessment. THE CANDIDATE: A qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years' PQE in contentious construction law. Demonstrated experience in latent defect claims and commercial dispute resolution. Sound knowledge of construction contract law, including JCT, NEC, and public sector procurement frameworks. Through understanding of the Housing Grants, Construction & Regeneration Act 1996, the Scheme for Construction Contracts (England & Wales) Regulations 1998 and the Civil Procedure Rules. Strong drafting and negotiation skills, with experience working on complex legal agreements. Ability to communicate legal concepts clearly to both legal and non-legal audiences. Experience in the housing, local authority, or public sector construction environment is desirable This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, values-driven environment. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Pasquale Agatiello at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. Job Purpose The General Counsel leads a team of c.30 professionals to ensure the timely, economic and high-quality delivery of the legal and Company Secretariat functions. The General Counsel is responsible for all legal services provided to HS2 Limited in connection with a very broad range of matters which are part of a very complex, engineering mega-project, with a substantial property acquisition programme. The General Counsel is further responsible for the management of the Company Secretariat function. The role includes responsibility for a substantial annual budget (c £9m). About the Role Governance: Adviser at the HS2 Board and these Board sub-committees: Commercial & Investment Committee and Audit and Risk Assurance Committee; member of Commercial Investment Panel (commercial sub-committee of the HS2 Executive); adviser at Change Panel and Chair of the Conflicts of Interest Panel Member of the CFO Senior Leadership Team and wider HS2 SLT Responsible for delivery of all legal advice in relation to the HS2 project (including commercial contracts, procurement, land and property, the documentation governing the relationship between HS2 and DfT/SoS and any legal disputes arising), covering a very wide range of public and private law legal topics, as well as responsibility for an internal team of 20+ lawyers, supporting the numerous procurements and contracts/agreements required to be put in place to support delivery of the HS2 project Accountable for overall strategy for the selection and performance of external solicitors/barristers and for ensuring value for money in the delivery of a significant external legal budget (£4-6m/yr) Responsible for management of the Company Secretariat function Disputes: responsible for strategic input into HS2 Limited's litigation strategy in respect of disputes, supported by specialists within the legal team and external law firms where appropriate. Seeks to limit HS2 Ltd exposure and ensure there is an exit strategy from litigation where appropriate Development Agreement / Framework Document - responsible for legal advice to Sponsorship team/Exec/Board on DfT relationship, interpretation issues and amendments from time to time Information Asset Owner for the Legal and Company Secretariat functions Actively promote and embed Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work, and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI About You Skills: Communication skills (both written and spoken) - including the ability to draft effective and concise legal briefs and manage stakeholder relationships effectively Business judgment - including the ability to consider legal risk, programme risk and cost risks as decision making factors Ability to distil expert advice of complex legal issues into material that can quickly inform management decision-making Team management skills - including the ability to manage a large team of lawyers - whether within a law firm environment or in-house Supplier Management Skills - including the ability to manage external legal services providers efficiently achieving value for money Knowledge: Qualified solicitor with substantial post-qualification track record in a full spectrum of procurement and contract law Knowledge gained in-house or in private practice and understanding of dealing with government departments, utilities and/or transport undertakers Type of Experience: Experience gained either in-house or in private practice dealing with Government Departments, Executive Agencies and statutory regulators Experience as a Head of Legal or General Counsel, either on secondment or in a permanent role Experience of contract/commercial law, including high value construction or infrastructure projects based in the UK Experienced lawyer in the some of the following legal disciplines: contract, procurement, environmental, public, real estate, EU, regulatory, and Freedom of Information law Experience of managing budgets - including both team costs and external budget We ask for a variety of detail in your online application, however we perform the first assessment of suitability for a role based solely on the information in your CV. In a further development of our efforts to create a more diverse workforce, your CV will be anonymised and personal information will be removed during the first stage of the application review. This removes bias from the process and makes it even more important that you attach an updated word version of your CV for each new application ensuring you include evidence directly related to the criteria in the job advert. Watch this video on how we remove bias in the recruitment process: Any applications received after the closing date will not be considered. About Us High Speed 2 (HS2 Ltd) will be the UK's new high speed rail network. As well as improving capacity, the new scheme will shorten journey times between a number of Britain's major population centres, boost the economy and create thousands of jobs. HS2 Ltd will create a skills legacy and develop a diverse range of talent. We aim to be a leader in EDI practice by creating a safe & inclusive working environment for all our staff - living our values of Safety, Respect, Integrity and Leadership. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. HS2 Ltd is also a safety-critical organisation. Employees are required to ensure reasonable care of their own and others' health and safety by taking personal responsibility for working to our 'Safe at Heart' programme principles and following safe working procedures at all times. HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. Job Info Job Identification 250422 Job Category Legal Posting Date 06/26/2025, 02:33 PM Apply Before 07/03/2025, 10:59 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 2 Snowhill, Birmingham, B4 6GA, GB Permanent or Fixed Term Contract Permanent
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. Job Purpose The General Counsel leads a team of c.30 professionals to ensure the timely, economic and high-quality delivery of the legal and Company Secretariat functions. The General Counsel is responsible for all legal services provided to HS2 Limited in connection with a very broad range of matters which are part of a very complex, engineering mega-project, with a substantial property acquisition programme. The General Counsel is further responsible for the management of the Company Secretariat function. The role includes responsibility for a substantial annual budget (c £9m). About the Role Governance: Adviser at the HS2 Board and these Board sub-committees: Commercial & Investment Committee and Audit and Risk Assurance Committee; member of Commercial Investment Panel (commercial sub-committee of the HS2 Executive); adviser at Change Panel and Chair of the Conflicts of Interest Panel Member of the CFO Senior Leadership Team and wider HS2 SLT Responsible for delivery of all legal advice in relation to the HS2 project (including commercial contracts, procurement, land and property, the documentation governing the relationship between HS2 and DfT/SoS and any legal disputes arising), covering a very wide range of public and private law legal topics, as well as responsibility for an internal team of 20+ lawyers, supporting the numerous procurements and contracts/agreements required to be put in place to support delivery of the HS2 project Accountable for overall strategy for the selection and performance of external solicitors/barristers and for ensuring value for money in the delivery of a significant external legal budget (£4-6m/yr) Responsible for management of the Company Secretariat function Disputes: responsible for strategic input into HS2 Limited's litigation strategy in respect of disputes, supported by specialists within the legal team and external law firms where appropriate. Seeks to limit HS2 Ltd exposure and ensure there is an exit strategy from litigation where appropriate Development Agreement / Framework Document - responsible for legal advice to Sponsorship team/Exec/Board on DfT relationship, interpretation issues and amendments from time to time Information Asset Owner for the Legal and Company Secretariat functions Actively promote and embed Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work, and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI About You Skills: Communication skills (both written and spoken) - including the ability to draft effective and concise legal briefs and manage stakeholder relationships effectively Business judgment - including the ability to consider legal risk, programme risk and cost risks as decision making factors Ability to distil expert advice of complex legal issues into material that can quickly inform management decision-making Team management skills - including the ability to manage a large team of lawyers - whether within a law firm environment or in-house Supplier Management Skills - including the ability to manage external legal services providers efficiently achieving value for money Knowledge: Qualified solicitor with substantial post-qualification track record in a full spectrum of procurement and contract law Knowledge gained in-house or in private practice and understanding of dealing with government departments, utilities and/or transport undertakers Type of Experience: Experience gained either in-house or in private practice dealing with Government Departments, Executive Agencies and statutory regulators Experience as a Head of Legal or General Counsel, either on secondment or in a permanent role Experience of contract/commercial law, including high value construction or infrastructure projects based in the UK Experienced lawyer in the some of the following legal disciplines: contract, procurement, environmental, public, real estate, EU, regulatory, and Freedom of Information law Experience of managing budgets - including both team costs and external budget We ask for a variety of detail in your online application, however we perform the first assessment of suitability for a role based solely on the information in your CV. In a further development of our efforts to create a more diverse workforce, your CV will be anonymised and personal information will be removed during the first stage of the application review. This removes bias from the process and makes it even more important that you attach an updated word version of your CV for each new application ensuring you include evidence directly related to the criteria in the job advert. Watch this video on how we remove bias in the recruitment process: Any applications received after the closing date will not be considered. About Us High Speed 2 (HS2 Ltd) will be the UK's new high speed rail network. As well as improving capacity, the new scheme will shorten journey times between a number of Britain's major population centres, boost the economy and create thousands of jobs. HS2 Ltd will create a skills legacy and develop a diverse range of talent. We aim to be a leader in EDI practice by creating a safe & inclusive working environment for all our staff - living our values of Safety, Respect, Integrity and Leadership. In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. HS2 Ltd is also a safety-critical organisation. Employees are required to ensure reasonable care of their own and others' health and safety by taking personal responsibility for working to our 'Safe at Heart' programme principles and following safe working procedures at all times. HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential. Job Info Job Identification 250422 Job Category Legal Posting Date 06/26/2025, 02:33 PM Apply Before 07/03/2025, 10:59 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 2 Snowhill, Birmingham, B4 6GA, GB Permanent or Fixed Term Contract Permanent
Who we are GlobalData is a specialist information services business on a mission to help our clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Using our unique data, expert analysis and innovative solutions we deliver intelligence on the world s largest industries for companies, government organisations and industry professionals. We began our journey in 2016, by combining a diverse range of specialist information services companies, with decades of trusted customer relationships and deep sector specialisms. Today, we operate as a single company and one fully integrated platform, with more than 3,500 colleagues worldwide, across 20+ industries, delivering value for over 5,000 customers. Why join GlobalData? GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey. Following multiple acquisitions and having recently received transformational investment we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision of becoming the world s trusted source of strategic industry intelligence. Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. We recognise the collective power of our people, and it s the collaboration of our teams that have shaped our success and will continue to do so in the future. The role GlobalData Healthcare is seeking a commercially minded and experienced Company Secretary & In-House Legal Counsel to lead the legal and governance functions of our ambitious, high-growth company. This critical role provides legal and governance oversight across our UK and international operations, ensuring compliance, managing legal risk, and upholding corporate integrity across multiple global entities. Key responsibilities include advising the executive leadership team, overseeing corporate governance, and reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts to support international growth. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted advisor, aligning legal strategy with business objectives and investor expectations while safeguarding the organisation s values and risk appetite. The opportunity is ideally positioned for an ambitious legal professional to grow within our organisation and build a legal function to fit the requirements of a larger scale business. What you ll be doing Legal Counsel Duties: Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a wide variety of commercial agreements including licensing agreements, SAAS, consulting and partnership arrangements, supply and procurement contracts, service agreements and NDAs across multiple jurisdictions in the healthcare space. Serve as the lead in-house legal advisor across all business units, advising on legal issues related to contract performance, regulatory compliance, employment, data protection (e.g., GDPR), intellectual property, and cross-border transactions. Ensure compliance with all relevant corporate, commercial, and regulatory laws. Oversee and manage all legal risk, litigation and disputes across global operations, and support regulatory filings and internal audits as required. Collaborate with and manage external counsel across different countries, ensuring efficient and cost-effective legal services. Develop and roll out global legal policies, templates, and training materials to ensure legal awareness and compliance across regions. Provide strategic legal advice to support business objectives and risk appetite. Company Secretarial Duties: Work with stakeholders including private equity investors, auditors, and regulators. Act as Company Secretary for the UK entity and provide oversight/governance support for overseas subsidiaries. Ensure ongoing compliance with the UK Companies Act 2006 and equivalent corporate regulations internationally. Manage the governance framework for all group entities, including maintaining statutory registers, coordinating board and shareholder resolutions, preparing and filing statutory and regulatory documents, and handling director appointments. Organise and minute board committee meetings for the UK and provide secretariat support to global subsidiaries as needed. Assist with group restructuring, intercompany transactions, and international expansions from a legal and governance perspective. Work closely with tax, finance, and compliance teams to support global entity management and corporate reporting. What we re looking for Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent jurisdiction), with a valid practising certificate. ICSA/CGI-qualified Company Secretary or strong demonstrable experience in company secretarial functions. Minimum 10 years PQE, ideally with experience supporting international businesses, ideally including in-house experience. Strong background in commercial law, contract negotiation, and corporate governance across multiple jurisdictions. Experience with private equity environments and the legal nuances of listed companies. Good understanding of global legal entity management and cross-border legal compliance. Proven ability to assess legal risk in a commercial context and offer practical solutions. Confident communicator with the gravitas to advise senior stakeholders and board members. Desirable Attributes: Experience in a multinational company or working with overseas subsidiaries. Knowledge of corporate law in key jurisdictions such as the US, EU and Asia-Pacific. Ability to manage competing priorities across time zones and work collaboratively in a fast-moving sale driven organisation In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed) GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
Who we are GlobalData is a specialist information services business on a mission to help our clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Using our unique data, expert analysis and innovative solutions we deliver intelligence on the world s largest industries for companies, government organisations and industry professionals. We began our journey in 2016, by combining a diverse range of specialist information services companies, with decades of trusted customer relationships and deep sector specialisms. Today, we operate as a single company and one fully integrated platform, with more than 3,500 colleagues worldwide, across 20+ industries, delivering value for over 5,000 customers. Why join GlobalData? GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey. Following multiple acquisitions and having recently received transformational investment we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision of becoming the world s trusted source of strategic industry intelligence. Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. We recognise the collective power of our people, and it s the collaboration of our teams that have shaped our success and will continue to do so in the future. The role GlobalData Healthcare is seeking a commercially minded and experienced Company Secretary & In-House Legal Counsel to lead the legal and governance functions of our ambitious, high-growth company. This critical role provides legal and governance oversight across our UK and international operations, ensuring compliance, managing legal risk, and upholding corporate integrity across multiple global entities. Key responsibilities include advising the executive leadership team, overseeing corporate governance, and reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts to support international growth. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted advisor, aligning legal strategy with business objectives and investor expectations while safeguarding the organisation s values and risk appetite. The opportunity is ideally positioned for an ambitious legal professional to grow within our organisation and build a legal function to fit the requirements of a larger scale business. What you ll be doing Legal Counsel Duties: Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a wide variety of commercial agreements including licensing agreements, SAAS, consulting and partnership arrangements, supply and procurement contracts, service agreements and NDAs across multiple jurisdictions in the healthcare space. Serve as the lead in-house legal advisor across all business units, advising on legal issues related to contract performance, regulatory compliance, employment, data protection (e.g., GDPR), intellectual property, and cross-border transactions. Ensure compliance with all relevant corporate, commercial, and regulatory laws. Oversee and manage all legal risk, litigation and disputes across global operations, and support regulatory filings and internal audits as required. Collaborate with and manage external counsel across different countries, ensuring efficient and cost-effective legal services. Develop and roll out global legal policies, templates, and training materials to ensure legal awareness and compliance across regions. Provide strategic legal advice to support business objectives and risk appetite. Company Secretarial Duties: Work with stakeholders including private equity investors, auditors, and regulators. Act as Company Secretary for the UK entity and provide oversight/governance support for overseas subsidiaries. Ensure ongoing compliance with the UK Companies Act 2006 and equivalent corporate regulations internationally. Manage the governance framework for all group entities, including maintaining statutory registers, coordinating board and shareholder resolutions, preparing and filing statutory and regulatory documents, and handling director appointments. Organise and minute board committee meetings for the UK and provide secretariat support to global subsidiaries as needed. Assist with group restructuring, intercompany transactions, and international expansions from a legal and governance perspective. Work closely with tax, finance, and compliance teams to support global entity management and corporate reporting. What we re looking for Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent jurisdiction), with a valid practising certificate. ICSA/CGI-qualified Company Secretary or strong demonstrable experience in company secretarial functions. Minimum 10 years PQE, ideally with experience supporting international businesses, ideally including in-house experience. Strong background in commercial law, contract negotiation, and corporate governance across multiple jurisdictions. Experience with private equity environments and the legal nuances of listed companies. Good understanding of global legal entity management and cross-border legal compliance. Proven ability to assess legal risk in a commercial context and offer practical solutions. Confident communicator with the gravitas to advise senior stakeholders and board members. Desirable Attributes: Experience in a multinational company or working with overseas subsidiaries. Knowledge of corporate law in key jurisdictions such as the US, EU and Asia-Pacific. Ability to manage competing priorities across time zones and work collaboratively in a fast-moving sale driven organisation In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed) GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
Absolute Law are delighted to be partnered with a Top Tier Legal 500 firm, based in London, who are searching for an Associate/Senior Associate Property Litigation Solicitor to join their expanding team. The ideal candidate will have good working knowledge of both residential and commercial property litigation and experience in commercial or construction litigation would be desirable but not essential. The role will cover such aspects of property litigation, but not limited to, as follows: Building Disputes. Residential and Commercial Landlord & Tenant Possession Claims. Rent reviews. Disrepair disputes. Boundary disputes. Contested probate. Commercial Lease Renewals. Service Charge disputes. TOLATA disputes. Breaches of Covenant and Easements. Candidate attributes that the firm is looking for include: 5 years + PQE as an England & Wales qualified Solicitor. Good working knowledge of both residential and commercial property litigation. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. A good team player but can also work independently. Able to mentor and coach more junior members of the team. Desire to get involved in business development and networking events. Salary is very competitive. Generous bonus scheme. Hybrid working. If you are interested in this role please apply or contact us directly for a confidential discussion about the position.
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
Absolute Law are delighted to be partnered with a Top Tier Legal 500 firm, based in London, who are searching for an Associate/Senior Associate Property Litigation Solicitor to join their expanding team. The ideal candidate will have good working knowledge of both residential and commercial property litigation and experience in commercial or construction litigation would be desirable but not essential. The role will cover such aspects of property litigation, but not limited to, as follows: Building Disputes. Residential and Commercial Landlord & Tenant Possession Claims. Rent reviews. Disrepair disputes. Boundary disputes. Contested probate. Commercial Lease Renewals. Service Charge disputes. TOLATA disputes. Breaches of Covenant and Easements. Candidate attributes that the firm is looking for include: 5 years + PQE as an England & Wales qualified Solicitor. Good working knowledge of both residential and commercial property litigation. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. A good team player but can also work independently. Able to mentor and coach more junior members of the team. Desire to get involved in business development and networking events. Salary is very competitive. Generous bonus scheme. Hybrid working. If you are interested in this role please apply or contact us directly for a confidential discussion about the position.
Civil Litigation Solicitor- NQ to 3 Years PQE Location: Neath Salary: 33,000- 40,000 (depending on experience) A respected regional law firm in South Wales is looking to appoint a proactive and ambitious Civil Litigation Solicitor to join their growing team in Neath. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified to 3-year PQE solicitor looking to build their litigation career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. The Opportunity: The successful candidate will join a busy litigation department handling a broad range of civil matters. The role offers strong mentoring and long-term development, making it ideal for someone keen to gain solid, hands-on experience in all aspects of dispute resolution. Key Responsibilities: Manage a varied caseload of civil disputes including property issues, contractual disagreements, and landlord & tenant matters Assist senior lawyers on complex or high-value matters Draft court documents, witness statements, and client correspondence Attend client meetings, court hearings, and mediations Undertake legal research and contribute to case strategies Maintain accurate files, billing records, and regulatory compliance Support business development and client retention initiatives What We're Looking For: Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 0-3 years' PQE Solid grounding in litigation, ideally gained during training or post-qualification Commercial awareness and excellent communication skills Detail-oriented with strong organisational ability A team player with a proactive and client-focused approach What's on Offer: A clear pathway for progression and professional growth 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Sick pay and enhanced leave benefits with service Access to legal and financial services support Employee assistance programme Competitive salary and benefits in line with experience This is a great fit for someone looking to join a highly regarded team with strong local ties and a genuine focus on quality client service over volume. Interested? If you'd like a confidential discussion about this role or others in the South Wales region, get in touch with Nicole Smith- Managing Consultant today. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
Civil Litigation Solicitor- NQ to 3 Years PQE Location: Neath Salary: 33,000- 40,000 (depending on experience) A respected regional law firm in South Wales is looking to appoint a proactive and ambitious Civil Litigation Solicitor to join their growing team in Neath. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified to 3-year PQE solicitor looking to build their litigation career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. The Opportunity: The successful candidate will join a busy litigation department handling a broad range of civil matters. The role offers strong mentoring and long-term development, making it ideal for someone keen to gain solid, hands-on experience in all aspects of dispute resolution. Key Responsibilities: Manage a varied caseload of civil disputes including property issues, contractual disagreements, and landlord & tenant matters Assist senior lawyers on complex or high-value matters Draft court documents, witness statements, and client correspondence Attend client meetings, court hearings, and mediations Undertake legal research and contribute to case strategies Maintain accurate files, billing records, and regulatory compliance Support business development and client retention initiatives What We're Looking For: Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 0-3 years' PQE Solid grounding in litigation, ideally gained during training or post-qualification Commercial awareness and excellent communication skills Detail-oriented with strong organisational ability A team player with a proactive and client-focused approach What's on Offer: A clear pathway for progression and professional growth 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Sick pay and enhanced leave benefits with service Access to legal and financial services support Employee assistance programme Competitive salary and benefits in line with experience This is a great fit for someone looking to join a highly regarded team with strong local ties and a genuine focus on quality client service over volume. Interested? If you'd like a confidential discussion about this role or others in the South Wales region, get in touch with Nicole Smith- Managing Consultant today. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
Personal Injury & Dispute Resolution Solicitor, Newly Qualified, West Yorkshire, circa £37,000 DOE. On offer is generous holiday allowance with 31 days including bank holidays, employee assistance programme, life assurance, flexible working and many more! Job ref: 0051 This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage your own caseload and gain hands-on litigation experience in a supportive, client-focused environment. OVERVIEW: • Manage pre- and post-litigated Employer's Liability, Public Liability, and Road Traffic Accident claims from inception to settlement • Draft legal documents including submissions for OIC and MOJ portals, witness statements, schedules of loss, and correspondence • Liaise directly with clients, medical professionals, and third parties • Gain experience in commercial litigation, contentious probate, property litigation, and civil litigation disputes • Represent clients in court proceedings when required • Excellent client care, negotiation, drafting, and communication skills essential • Proactive approach to business development and client growth • On offer is a competitive salary, generous annual leave, flexible working, career development opportunities and many more! HOW TO APPLY: Contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications within 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristics.
Jul 02, 2025
Full time
Personal Injury & Dispute Resolution Solicitor, Newly Qualified, West Yorkshire, circa £37,000 DOE. On offer is generous holiday allowance with 31 days including bank holidays, employee assistance programme, life assurance, flexible working and many more! Job ref: 0051 This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage your own caseload and gain hands-on litigation experience in a supportive, client-focused environment. OVERVIEW: • Manage pre- and post-litigated Employer's Liability, Public Liability, and Road Traffic Accident claims from inception to settlement • Draft legal documents including submissions for OIC and MOJ portals, witness statements, schedules of loss, and correspondence • Liaise directly with clients, medical professionals, and third parties • Gain experience in commercial litigation, contentious probate, property litigation, and civil litigation disputes • Represent clients in court proceedings when required • Excellent client care, negotiation, drafting, and communication skills essential • Proactive approach to business development and client growth • On offer is a competitive salary, generous annual leave, flexible working, career development opportunities and many more! HOW TO APPLY: Contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications within 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristics.
We have a Senior Solicitor opportunity in our in-house legal team to work on a broad range of matters. Fixed term contract until 16th January 2026, 4 days a week (0.8 FTE) The successful candidate will be required to provide legal advice across areas of law including but not limited to public law, charity law and general commercial law, including intellectual property, contracts and procurement. You will also advise on subsidy control, information law and litigation, provide practical legal advice to help further our Strategy, It Starts with Community , in a user-friendly way, to ensures that we are complying with our statutory and regulatory framework. The role requires an ability to get up to speed with new areas of the law as the team deals with a broad range of legal issues. The Senior Solicitor will use their legal knowledge and experience to improve the Fund s internal processes. They will generally manage their own legal files (often on important funding initiatives and partnerships) working in a highly collaborative and collegiate team, where the sharing of legal know how and continuous improvement is highly valued up to date management information about the work and impact of the Legal Team to senior managers. The Senior Solicitor will be working in a Legal team of 14 colleagues. The role does not include any line management responsibilities but it does have matrix management responsibilities for more junior members of the team (Solicitors, paralegals and Legal officer). Strong general commercial legal experience is essential. Experience working in an in-house or private practice environment in the UK with a varied and workload and wide range of customers would be ideal, as would experience of public law and advising public bodies. The roles can be based in any of our UK offices, with hybrid home/office working arrangements available. It is expected that the candidate will attend the London office every couple of months for key meetings. Interview Date: Week commencing 7th and 14th July Location: We have a hybrid approach to working, work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate. The roles can be based at any of our UK offices, these are Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle and Newtown. On application, please align your supporting statement to the criteria below Essential Criteria UK qualified (or equivalent) solicitor or barrister At least five years relevant post-qualification experience in private practice or in-house Legal in a medium/large sized organisation Strong general commercial experience Team player with excellent interpersonal skills Excellent attention to detail and good drafting and negotiation skills Excellent communication and customer management skills Ability to manage multiple demands and priorities with good organisational and time management skills Ability to quickly upskill in new legal areas and use your initiative to proactively improve ways of working Desirable criteria Experience or knowledge of public law and procurement law Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed. We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages. As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
Jul 01, 2025
Full time
We have a Senior Solicitor opportunity in our in-house legal team to work on a broad range of matters. Fixed term contract until 16th January 2026, 4 days a week (0.8 FTE) The successful candidate will be required to provide legal advice across areas of law including but not limited to public law, charity law and general commercial law, including intellectual property, contracts and procurement. You will also advise on subsidy control, information law and litigation, provide practical legal advice to help further our Strategy, It Starts with Community , in a user-friendly way, to ensures that we are complying with our statutory and regulatory framework. The role requires an ability to get up to speed with new areas of the law as the team deals with a broad range of legal issues. The Senior Solicitor will use their legal knowledge and experience to improve the Fund s internal processes. They will generally manage their own legal files (often on important funding initiatives and partnerships) working in a highly collaborative and collegiate team, where the sharing of legal know how and continuous improvement is highly valued up to date management information about the work and impact of the Legal Team to senior managers. The Senior Solicitor will be working in a Legal team of 14 colleagues. The role does not include any line management responsibilities but it does have matrix management responsibilities for more junior members of the team (Solicitors, paralegals and Legal officer). Strong general commercial legal experience is essential. Experience working in an in-house or private practice environment in the UK with a varied and workload and wide range of customers would be ideal, as would experience of public law and advising public bodies. The roles can be based in any of our UK offices, with hybrid home/office working arrangements available. It is expected that the candidate will attend the London office every couple of months for key meetings. Interview Date: Week commencing 7th and 14th July Location: We have a hybrid approach to working, work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate. The roles can be based at any of our UK offices, these are Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle and Newtown. On application, please align your supporting statement to the criteria below Essential Criteria UK qualified (or equivalent) solicitor or barrister At least five years relevant post-qualification experience in private practice or in-house Legal in a medium/large sized organisation Strong general commercial experience Team player with excellent interpersonal skills Excellent attention to detail and good drafting and negotiation skills Excellent communication and customer management skills Ability to manage multiple demands and priorities with good organisational and time management skills Ability to quickly upskill in new legal areas and use your initiative to proactively improve ways of working Desirable criteria Experience or knowledge of public law and procurement law Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed. We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages. As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
Dispute Resolution Solicitor, 5+ PQE, West Yorkshire, Competitive Salary. Exciting opportunity to join a growing team with flexible working options and a comprehensive benefits package. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Tatiana on or email with your CV. THE ROLE: Due to expansion within the Dispute Resolution team, the firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor or Associate Solicitor with 5+ years PQE to manage a varied caseload including commercial, property, corporate, shareholder, and partnership disputes. You will handle all aspects of litigation from initial instructions through to court hearings and post-judgment matters, advising clients on costs, funding, and alternative dispute resolution. THE CANDIDATE: •Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in dispute resolution or related litigation areas. •Strong commercial and property litigation experience, including shareholder and corporate disputes. •Excellent client management and communication skills. •Proactive, organised, with a thorough understanding of Civil Procedure Rules. •Committed to continuous professional development and able to delegate effectively. THE FIRM: Join a forward-thinking Yorkshire law firm with a strong reputation nationally and internationally. The firm's supportive, inclusive culture values each individual's contribution and offers excellent career development opportunities. THE PACKAGE: •Competitive salary (DOE). •24 days' holiday plus bank holidays, birthday holiday, and additional Christmas leave. •Generous Pension Scheme •Life Assurance •Perkbox membership with high street discounts. •Remote flexible working and on-site parking options HOW TO APPLY: Contact Tatiana Sivakova at eNL on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Jul 01, 2025
Full time
Dispute Resolution Solicitor, 5+ PQE, West Yorkshire, Competitive Salary. Exciting opportunity to join a growing team with flexible working options and a comprehensive benefits package. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Tatiana on or email with your CV. THE ROLE: Due to expansion within the Dispute Resolution team, the firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor or Associate Solicitor with 5+ years PQE to manage a varied caseload including commercial, property, corporate, shareholder, and partnership disputes. You will handle all aspects of litigation from initial instructions through to court hearings and post-judgment matters, advising clients on costs, funding, and alternative dispute resolution. THE CANDIDATE: •Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in dispute resolution or related litigation areas. •Strong commercial and property litigation experience, including shareholder and corporate disputes. •Excellent client management and communication skills. •Proactive, organised, with a thorough understanding of Civil Procedure Rules. •Committed to continuous professional development and able to delegate effectively. THE FIRM: Join a forward-thinking Yorkshire law firm with a strong reputation nationally and internationally. The firm's supportive, inclusive culture values each individual's contribution and offers excellent career development opportunities. THE PACKAGE: •Competitive salary (DOE). •24 days' holiday plus bank holidays, birthday holiday, and additional Christmas leave. •Generous Pension Scheme •Life Assurance •Perkbox membership with high street discounts. •Remote flexible working and on-site parking options HOW TO APPLY: Contact Tatiana Sivakova at eNL on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
