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We're looking for an experienced conveyancer to join our well-established business based in Plymouth, Devon. You'll work alongside highly experienced Conveyancers who are experts in their field. The Role This role is ideal for someone who has experience managing a diverse caseload, including Freehold, Leasehold, Sales, Purchases, Re-mortgages, New builds, Shared Ownership Schemes, Rights to Buy, Transfer of Equity and Lease extensions dealing with all aspects of the conveyancing transaction using our case management system. Key Responsibilities • Manage own caseload, monitoring and delivering fully against personal targets • Independently establish priorities and manage deadlines • Proactively and efficiently manage transactions, whilst managing Client expectation • Responsible for files from opening through to completion, ensuring that all files are maintained in good order in compliance with CLC rules and following regulatory and statutory requirements • Provide clients with legal advice relevant to their cases, recording the advice and representing the best interests of the client in the transaction • Taking instructions from clients and drafting the necessary legal documents and contracts for each case • Proactively deal with the other side solicitors, mortgage lenders, brokers, clients and local authorities • Deal with complex enquiries, researching previous cases and relevant laws to provide accurate advice • Recognise potential risks and resolve issues without putting the client or business at risk • Comply at all times with the Council of Licenced Conveyancers rules • Ensure that all files are billed correctly with the appropriate fees and on completion, funds are sent to the correct place • Provide supervision, support and coaching to Paralegals • Optimise the client experience through the use of our conveyancing systems and technology • Provide an exceptional service both to the client but also to introducers and third parties • Develop a culture of teamwork and high performance with a strong focus on customer care. Candidates should ideally have: • Experience managing a residential property portfolio of cases from start to finish • Thorough understanding of various property laws • Resilience with the ability to work effectively under pressure and to strict deadlines • Strong problem-solving skills • Attention to detail, extremely accurate in research and the drafting of documents. • Enthusiasm for delivering a high level of customer service • Ability to be flexible and empathetic to deliver client needs Job Type: Full-time Pay: From £40,000.00 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Reference ID: Conveyancer

Solicitor/Trainee Solicitor/Paralegal/Legal Secretary Location: Cardigan Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday Salary: £DOE Find Your Footsteps Recruitment has teamed up with a Wales based legal firm that is looking to expand in all areas of law due to a high influx of work. They have offices in Aberystwyth, Cardigan and Pembroke so if you find yourself near these locations, or looking to relocate, then we w click apply for full job details

Paralegal Real Estate Finance Worcester Top 100 UK Law Firm TSR Legal are delighted to be working with a leading Top 100 UK law firm known for its commercial expertise and strong client base across the South West and Central England. The firm acts for a broad range of national clients and is highly regarded for its quality, collaboration, and innovative approach click apply for full job details

Solicitor/Trainee Solicitor/Paralegal/Legal Secretary Location: Aberystwyth Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday Salary: £DOE Find Your Footsteps Recruitment has teamed up with a Wales based legal firm that is looking to expand in all areas of law due to a high influx of work. They have offices in Aberystwyth, Cardigan and Pembroke so if you find yourself near these locations, or looking to relocate, then w click apply for full job details

Location - Working on a hybrid-remote basis from our Huntingdon office. Contract Type- 12 Month Fixed Term Contract - Full Time (37 hours) Salary Range - £50,790 - £58,168.75 DOE, plus £1435 annual management allowance Who are we? We are a large team, made up of around 50 lawyers and paralegals of all types and length of qualification. We have team members who have been with us for over 25 years and newly qualified lawyers who have just joined us. We are passionate and dedicated, always ready to help each other out and discuss cases to find a solution. We love working together and developing each other's knowledge and abilities. We are committed to staff development, training and career progression opportunities. Our supportive team is our strength and we're ready to welcome you into it. What do we do? The Childcare team deals with all types of child protection work for its shareholder local authorities and other clients, including: Care Proceedings, including representation in Court Advice in relation to Deprivation of Liberties Advice in relation to contact Adoption proceedings Advice on Local Authorities' duties and responsibilities Advice to Local Authorities in relation to private law proceedings Advice in relation to children becoming looked after, ceasing to become looked after and any issues arising The Childcare team also advise clients on process and improvements that can be made and provide duty advice to the client on a rota basis. Members of the team sit on Local Family Justice Boards, advise Safeguarding Children Local Partnerships, Adoption and Fostering Panels and Agency Decision Makers. We also provide training for clients and for the team. The work is exciting, varied and interesting. Recently, the team has been involved in a number of reported cases and has represented the Local Authority on cases which have been considered by the Court of Appeal. No two days are ever the same! For a copy of the Full Job Description. please click here. Local Government Pensions Scheme - considered to be one of the best employer contribution rates. Flexible working arrangements - we offer flexible hours and hybrid working which allows for remote working but we also require regular office attendance with the aim to give everyone a balanced work/life ratio. Family Friendly policies including excellent Maternity, Paternity and Adoption entitlements. An exceptional Employee Assistance Program which helps supports employees with workplace changes as well as other work, family and personal issues. A generous minimum annual leave entitlement of 25 days, rising on 5 and 10 years service, plus public holidays. With the option to purchase more annual leave. To apply for this position please send your CV and a covering letter explaining how you meet the Person Specification to . When applying, please quote reference 'CHI-103'. Closing date for applications: Monday 8th September Enter your email address to receive notifications of new job vacancies by email.

Family Law Solicitor/Legal Executive Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire (with flexibility across regional offices) Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Overview A well-respected and long-established law firm is seeking a qualified Family Law Solicitor or Legal Executive (0-3 years PQE) to join its growing Family Department. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional development, client engagement, and involvement in a wide variety of family and matrimonial law matters. The Role The successful candidate will be confident, organised, and proactive, with a genuine interest in family law. You will assist on and manage a range of matters, including but not limited to: Divorce and separation Financial proceedings following divorce or separation Private law children matters Pre- and post-marital agreements Cohabitation and separation agreements You will also work closely with the firms marketing team to develop the departments profile, strengthen client relationships, and support business growth. Key Responsibilities Deliver a high standard of service to clients Collaborate with partners and fee earners to develop new business opportunities Contribute to the development and success of the Family Department Achieve fee income targets in line with agreed objectives Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice Ensure sound financial control, including billing and collection of monies on account Carry out fee-earning work accurately, reliably, and in accordance with quality and risk management procedures Person Specification Essential Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive Knowledge of key areas of family law, including divorce, private law children cases, and financial proceedings Experience working on family law matters (can include training contract or paralegal work) Strong organisational and planning skills Ability to work confidently and develop towards managing your own caseload IT literate, with experience in case management systems Understanding of Money Laundering Regulations and Solicitors Account Rules Desirable Familiarity with SOS Connect or other case management systems Marketing and business development experience Presentation or public speaking skills Attributes Proactive and positive approach to work Strong communication skills, both written and verbal High level of integrity, empathy, and professionalism Resilient and able to work well under pressure Commitment to ongoing learning and professional growth Benefits Generous holiday entitlement Staff discounts on legal services Income protection Life assurance (3x salary) Salary exchange pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Flexible working options

Solicitor/Trainee Solicitor/Paralegal/Legal Secretary Location: Pembroke Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday Salary: £DOE Find Your Footsteps Recruitment has teamed up with a Wales based legal firm that is looking to expand in all areas of law due to a high influx of work. They have offices in Aberystwyth, Cardigan and Pembroke so if you find yourself near these locations, or looking to relocate, then we w click apply for full job details

High earning interim role (up to £65/hr) Blend of in office & remote working About Our Client Our client is a dynamic law group operating in the North West, combining strong regional presence with ambition for wider influence. They pride themselves on delivering practical, business focused advice to SMEs, property investors, and commercial landlords. The firm fosters a supportive hybrid working environment, with strong internal collaboration, high standards of client service, and a reputation for integrity and commercial thinking. Job Description The Locum Commercial Property Solicitor will be, with full support: Managing SME property sales, purchases, and related due diligence Handling landlord & tenant lease drafting, negotiation, assignments, surrenders Overseeing secured lending work (e.g. charges, facility documents) Acting as lead adviser on deals, liaising with clients, lenders, valuers, agents Ensuring timely advice and transactions Reviewing and drafting documentation (e.g. leases, licenses, legal opinions) Identifying and managing risks, escalating issues where needed Providing ad hoc mentoring or oversight to junior/assistant staff The Successful Applicant The Locum Commercial Property Solicitor should be: A solicitor (or equivalent) with minimum 5+ PQE in commercial property / real estate law Proven experience in landlord & tenant, leasing, assignments, secured lending Confident handling SME level property transactions independently Strong drafting and negotiation skills Commercial mindset, able to work to deadlines and manage multiple files Excellent communication (verbal & written) and client handling skills Able to start ASAP Comfortable working in hybrid setup (2 office / 2 home) What's on Offer Full paralegal support Competitive hourly rate: £55-£65 per hour 3 month locum contract, with flexibility to extend 4 days per week Hybrid working (2 days in Manchester office, 2 days remote) Exposure to a broad range of commercial property matters If you're an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.

On behalf of GLD, we are looking for a Paralegal (Inside IR35) for a 6 month hybrid contract in Bristol. As a Paralegal , your main responsibilities will be: Support and Coordination: Assist the Deputy Director and legal team with planning, implementing projects, and managing deadlines. Legal Research and Drafting: Conduct research, prepare notes or first drafts of advice, and review/proofread click apply for full job details

Role: Children Paralegal Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated Chirldren Paralegals for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales click apply for full job details

Role: Actions Against Public Authorities Solicitor /Supervior A Leading law firm is looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Solicitor for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our clients accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. About the role: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Solicitor Supervisor to join its Claims Against Public Authorities and Inquest department. The ideal candidate must have substantial supervisory experience and will take responsibility for overseeing casework within the department, as well as providing guidance and support to other lawyers. Key responsibilities include managing case preparation, conducting legal research, taking statements of evidence from clients and witnesses, and attending court hearings and conferences. Additionally, the candidate will play a pivotal role in assisting with an outsourcing project. This role requires a professional with a proven ability to lead and a deep commitment to protecting individual citizens' civil liberties. A strong determination to uphold and enforce human rights is essential. If you are a driven and capable leader with a passion for civil liberties and human rights, we encourage you to apply. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to Department Director Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of client needs Responsible for mixed caseload of inquest work, complaints against public authorities and pre and post-issue claimant litigation. Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and supervision of a small team. Making CCMS applications to the LAA. Attending clients, taking instructions and briefing and liaising with counsel, negotiating with defendants, the IOPC and other legal professionals. Dealing with correspondence. Identifying the funding options and advising on the most appropriate one. To run the caseload of varied, challenging and interesting work. Ability to help in marketing the department and the firm through social media. Assisting in expansion of the department. Key Skills Required: Solicitor with 2 - 5 years PQE or Legal Executive with 3+ years PQE in Civil Liberties work Supervisory experience is essential Experience working on publicly funded cases (CW1/Legal Help and Licensed/Certificated Work) and working with CCMS Ability to demonstrate experience in all areas of Claimant litigation Strong theoretical knowledge and demonstrable practical experience of the Civil Procedure Rules Strong research, analytical and critical thinking skills Knowledge and practical experience of applications for judicial review Effective organisational ability, able to work to tight deadlines under pressure Must meet LAA supervisor criteria for Legal Aid contract purposes This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accordance with the company policy. The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. About Gemini Recruitment: Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. JBRP1_UKTJ

Well established and progressive 26 years old firm in SW London with Lexcel accreditation, CQS, and IASME kitemarks seeks 1. An experienced family solicitor to deal with all aspects of family law to join a friendly hard-working team. The case load is interested and varied and experience of legal aid is essential as we have a legal aid franchise. 2. A paralegal preferably with at least 6 months experience to deal with all aspects of residential conveyancing and family work If you are looking for a change and want to work in a small friendly practice in Tooting which is now a very vibrant area and easy to commute from, apply by CV to These are both great opportunities for someone who embraces team work.

Hours: Full time, Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm, (35 hours per week) Unlike many other law firms, Thomas Legal only deal with residential property work so we are true experts in our field. Whilst we are a national firm, we have a particular speciality in the London market and across the South of England and have won numerous awards for our work. At the most recent national ESTA awards in October, TL won the Gold award for 'Best Conveyancing office in the UK' (for the third year in a row) and Gold awards for both London and the Southern England regions. In addition, we were crowned 'National Conveyancing Firm of the Year' at the most recent British Conveyancing Awards. Building on a sustained period of growth and continued expansion in the London market, we are looking for a dynamic Residential Property Lawyer to join our top-rated team. This role will be a key addition for our London office, based in Marylebone. The incoming Residential Property Lawyer will join a friendly and dynamic team of 50+ property professionals, with a 14 year+ track record of success and a strong portfolio of high-net-worth clients and introducers across London and the Southeast region. As an open-minded and progressive firm, we thrive on new ideas and suggestions to aid in the company's success and growth, and these hires will play a key role in the continued growth and development of the firm's dedicated London offering. Working with a small team of Paralegals and Assistants and reporting directly to the Head of London (Director), the Residential Property Lawyer will build strong relationships with key Estate Agents and Broker introducers and work across a varied and exciting portfolio of typically HNW residential property deals. EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 3 years' experience running a complex caseload of residential conveyancing matters. Strong knowledge and technical experience of: Residential conveyancing across the full range of sale, purchase and remortgage matters. Leasehold and lease extension work. Transfers of Equity New build SDLT requirements, including relevant reliefs and exemptions, in residential conveyancing matters. Dealing with unregistered properties. The impact of restrictions and cautions lodged against a property and how these might be removed. Strong team management skills with the ability to develop, coach and mentor junior team members. Proven track record of winning new business and developing strong relationships with Estate Agents & Brokers. PERSONAL APTITUDE & SKILLS: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal. Strong organisation and time management skills. Ability to work on own initiative and to work under pressure. Self-motivated. Ability to enthuse others. A comprehensive flexible benefits package for all staff which includes: Hybrid working (home and office). 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays Additional day off for your birthday. Additional annual leave for long service including a one-month fully paid sabbatical. Monthly employee recognition awards. Holiday Trading Scheme. Life Assurance. Health Care Cash Plan. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. EAP service and wellbeing programme. Study Support Programme. Discretionary annual bonus. Discounted corporate gym membership. Cycle to work scheme. Discounted shopping/restaurants scheme Free monthly breakfasts and lunches. Teambuilding, sporting, and social events throughout the year, both company-wide events and in individual teams. Apply for this position indicates required fields Personal Information Thomas Legal is an equal opportunity employer. Please complete all the details below and submit your application when done. Name Address Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City Post Code Email Attach your CV Please upload your CV. Drop files here or Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, jpg, Max. file size: 128 MB, Max. files: 5. Role Information What position are you applying for? Are you looking for full time or part time work? Full Time Part Time Please give a brief explanation of why you would like to work for Thomas Legal and what is it about the position that appeals to you? Have you been found guilty of an offence (including conditional discharges) in a court of law (including a Youth Court or Court Martial) or received any caution, reprimand or warning? (If any conviction is spent then you can answer NO.) No Yes Are you subject to any forthcoming criminal proceedings? No Yes We have a legal obligation to ascertain whether you have the right to be employed and work in the UK. Are you aware of any restriction on you working in the UK? No Yes References Please provide details of 2 referees - this must include your current/most recent Employer (only taken up upon acceptance of the position) We want to be transparent about how we handle your personal data during our recruitment process. You can read our Data Protection Policy here .

Litigation Paralegal - West Sussex Coast Dynamic law firm that continue to grow rapidly, are taking on more and work and require a Paralegal to join their team. The role will involve joining their busy team and supporting a caseload of disputes at different stages of the process and playing a vital role in supporting their litigation processes, managing case files, and assisting with legal research click apply for full job details