Senior Employment Solicitor Location: Harrogate Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Private Healthcare Job Type: Full-time, Permanent We are working with a highly regarded and Legal 500 ranked law firm in Harrogate to recruit an experienced Senior Employment Solicitor (5+ PQE) to lead and develop their Employment team. This is a senior opportunity for an ambitious employment solicitor seeking career progression, leadership responsibility, and exposure to high-quality, complex work. The firm has a national reputation for excellence in employment law and advises businesses, senior executives, and professional organisations across England. The role offers a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including Employment Tribunal litigation, HR advisory, and corporate employment support. The Role You will manage a diverse and stimulating caseload of employment law matters, including: Employment Tribunal litigation and advocacy Contentious and non-contentious employment advice HR advisory and ongoing employer support Settlement agreements and dispute resolution Restrictive covenants Drafting employment contracts, policies and handbooks TUPE matters Workplace mediation and independent investigations Training delivery and client seminars You will also play a key role in business development, client relationship management, departmental strategy, and team leadership. The Candidate The successful candidate will be a qualified Senior Employment Solicitor with at least 5 years' PQE and will demonstrate: Broad technical experience across employment law Strong Employment Tribunal advocacy and litigation skills Excellent drafting and advisory capability Commercial awareness and strong risk assessment skills Ability to manage a complex caseload independently Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication A proactive, client-focused approach Confidence in business development and networking This role would suit a Senior Associate ready to step into a Head of Department position or an experienced Employment Solicitor seeking a strategic leadership role. The Firm The firm is ranked in the Legal 500 across multiple practice areas and is recognised as one of the leading firms in Yorkshire. They offer a supportive, professional working environment with modern offices, flexible working practices, and clear long-term progression. Salary & Benefits Competitive salary (market rate) Performance-related bonus and incentives 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Additional Christmas closure Pension scheme Ongoing CPD and professional development Modern offices and flexible working Supportive and collaborative culture Opportunity to participate in charity and community initiatives Private healthcare How to Apply For a confidential discussion about this Employment Law Solicitor role, please apply below or contact us directly. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Senior Employment Solicitor Location: Harrogate Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Private Healthcare Job Type: Full-time, Permanent We are working with a highly regarded and Legal 500 ranked law firm in Harrogate to recruit an experienced Senior Employment Solicitor (5+ PQE) to lead and develop their Employment team. This is a senior opportunity for an ambitious employment solicitor seeking career progression, leadership responsibility, and exposure to high-quality, complex work. The firm has a national reputation for excellence in employment law and advises businesses, senior executives, and professional organisations across England. The role offers a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including Employment Tribunal litigation, HR advisory, and corporate employment support. The Role You will manage a diverse and stimulating caseload of employment law matters, including: Employment Tribunal litigation and advocacy Contentious and non-contentious employment advice HR advisory and ongoing employer support Settlement agreements and dispute resolution Restrictive covenants Drafting employment contracts, policies and handbooks TUPE matters Workplace mediation and independent investigations Training delivery and client seminars You will also play a key role in business development, client relationship management, departmental strategy, and team leadership. The Candidate The successful candidate will be a qualified Senior Employment Solicitor with at least 5 years' PQE and will demonstrate: Broad technical experience across employment law Strong Employment Tribunal advocacy and litigation skills Excellent drafting and advisory capability Commercial awareness and strong risk assessment skills Ability to manage a complex caseload independently Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication A proactive, client-focused approach Confidence in business development and networking This role would suit a Senior Associate ready to step into a Head of Department position or an experienced Employment Solicitor seeking a strategic leadership role. The Firm The firm is ranked in the Legal 500 across multiple practice areas and is recognised as one of the leading firms in Yorkshire. They offer a supportive, professional working environment with modern offices, flexible working practices, and clear long-term progression. Salary & Benefits Competitive salary (market rate) Performance-related bonus and incentives 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Additional Christmas closure Pension scheme Ongoing CPD and professional development Modern offices and flexible working Supportive and collaborative culture Opportunity to participate in charity and community initiatives Private healthcare How to Apply For a confidential discussion about this Employment Law Solicitor role, please apply below or contact us directly. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.
Job Opportunity: Solicitor/FCILEx/Barrister - Housing Management & Property Litigation (5+ years PQE) ? Location: London ? About the Firm: ? Medium-sized niche law firm based in London, with additional offices in several other locations. ? Recognized by Legal 500 and Chambers UK, the firm specializes in areas like banking, construction, commercial litigation, corporate, employment, projects, and property. ? It has a strong focus on social housing clients and private developers, with over 350 employees and partners. ? About the Team: ? The Housing Management & Property Ligitation team act for over 100 Registered Providers, local authorities and private landlords across England and Wales. Role Overview: Client is seeking a lawyer with 5+ years PQE to manage their own caseload compromising mixture of housing litigation including junctions, possession claims, disrepair and non-contentious matters such as policy advice. Key Responsibilities: Day to day running of caseload Supporting partners on large and more complex matters Interact directly with clients, manage their expectations and efficiently meet their deadlines Supervision of junior staff including paralegals ? Involvement in marketing and business development in a client focussed manner Prepare and present training to clients ? Requirements: ? 5+ years PQE in housing management and litigation CILEx Lawyers must have Civil Litigation Practice Rights Knowledge of running own files and caseload Ability to supervise staff Strong communication, and client care skills. ? High attention to detail and ability to manage workloads effectively. ? Familiarity with Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet applications. ? Empathy for the social housing/not-for-profit sector is helpful. ? Please note, that team members are expected to work in the office at least three days a week. For an opportunity to join this team at a most exciting part of their growth journey, we would love to hear from you. JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Job Opportunity: Solicitor/FCILEx/Barrister - Housing Management & Property Litigation (5+ years PQE) ? Location: London ? About the Firm: ? Medium-sized niche law firm based in London, with additional offices in several other locations. ? Recognized by Legal 500 and Chambers UK, the firm specializes in areas like banking, construction, commercial litigation, corporate, employment, projects, and property. ? It has a strong focus on social housing clients and private developers, with over 350 employees and partners. ? About the Team: ? The Housing Management & Property Ligitation team act for over 100 Registered Providers, local authorities and private landlords across England and Wales. Role Overview: Client is seeking a lawyer with 5+ years PQE to manage their own caseload compromising mixture of housing litigation including junctions, possession claims, disrepair and non-contentious matters such as policy advice. Key Responsibilities: Day to day running of caseload Supporting partners on large and more complex matters Interact directly with clients, manage their expectations and efficiently meet their deadlines Supervision of junior staff including paralegals ? Involvement in marketing and business development in a client focussed manner Prepare and present training to clients ? Requirements: ? 5+ years PQE in housing management and litigation CILEx Lawyers must have Civil Litigation Practice Rights Knowledge of running own files and caseload Ability to supervise staff Strong communication, and client care skills. ? High attention to detail and ability to manage workloads effectively. ? Familiarity with Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet applications. ? Empathy for the social housing/not-for-profit sector is helpful. ? Please note, that team members are expected to work in the office at least three days a week. For an opportunity to join this team at a most exciting part of their growth journey, we would love to hear from you. JBRP1_UKTJ
Corporate Claims HandlerStevenson Risk SolutionsBelfast, Northern Ireland About Us Stevenson Risk Solutions is a dynamic and client-focused insurance broker and risk management firm based in Belfast. We provide tailored insurance and claims support to a diverse portfolio of corporate clients across multiple sectors. Our mission is to deliver expert advice, exceptional service, and robust support when our clients need us most. Job Purpose As a Corporate Claims Handler, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of complex and high-value commercial claims. You will act as the key liaison between clients, insurers, loss adjusters, and legal representatives to ensure timely and fair resolution of claims, while maintaining the highest levels of customer service and compliance. Corporate Claims Handler - Key Responsibilities Manage and process claims across various commercial lines including property, liability, motor fleet, cyber, and professional indemnity. Act as the main point of contact for corporate clients throughout the life of a claim. Provide proactive claims advice and support, including guidance on policy cover, claim notification, and documentation. Liaise effectively with insurers, loss adjusters, solicitors, and third parties to ensure prompt and fair settlement. Monitor and report on claim progress, highlighting issues or delays and proposing appropriate solutions. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the claims management system. Prepare and present claims analysis reports to internal teams and clients. Identify trends or recurring issues and work with clients and account executives to mitigate future risks. Ensure all activities comply with FCA regulations and internal governance standards. Support the continuous improvement of the claims function through knowledge sharing and process enhancement. Corporate Claims Handler - Essential Skills & Experience Minimum 3 years experience in a commercial or corporate insurance claims handling role, preferably within a broker or insurer environment. Strong knowledge of UK commercial insurance policies and claims processes. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage client relationships with professionalism and empathy. Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills. High level of attention to detail and organisational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and claims management systems. Corporate Claims Handler - Desirable Progress toward or completion of CII qualifications (e.g. Cert CII, Dip CII). Experience handling large or complex loss claims. Familiarity with the Northern Ireland insurance and legal market. Corporate Claims Handler - What We Offer Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Discretionary performance-based bonus. Support for professional development and qualifications. Positive and supportive team culture. Opportunities to work on high-profile and interesting claims. JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Corporate Claims HandlerStevenson Risk SolutionsBelfast, Northern Ireland About Us Stevenson Risk Solutions is a dynamic and client-focused insurance broker and risk management firm based in Belfast. We provide tailored insurance and claims support to a diverse portfolio of corporate clients across multiple sectors. Our mission is to deliver expert advice, exceptional service, and robust support when our clients need us most. Job Purpose As a Corporate Claims Handler, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of complex and high-value commercial claims. You will act as the key liaison between clients, insurers, loss adjusters, and legal representatives to ensure timely and fair resolution of claims, while maintaining the highest levels of customer service and compliance. Corporate Claims Handler - Key Responsibilities Manage and process claims across various commercial lines including property, liability, motor fleet, cyber, and professional indemnity. Act as the main point of contact for corporate clients throughout the life of a claim. Provide proactive claims advice and support, including guidance on policy cover, claim notification, and documentation. Liaise effectively with insurers, loss adjusters, solicitors, and third parties to ensure prompt and fair settlement. Monitor and report on claim progress, highlighting issues or delays and proposing appropriate solutions. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the claims management system. Prepare and present claims analysis reports to internal teams and clients. Identify trends or recurring issues and work with clients and account executives to mitigate future risks. Ensure all activities comply with FCA regulations and internal governance standards. Support the continuous improvement of the claims function through knowledge sharing and process enhancement. Corporate Claims Handler - Essential Skills & Experience Minimum 3 years experience in a commercial or corporate insurance claims handling role, preferably within a broker or insurer environment. Strong knowledge of UK commercial insurance policies and claims processes. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage client relationships with professionalism and empathy. Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills. High level of attention to detail and organisational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and claims management systems. Corporate Claims Handler - Desirable Progress toward or completion of CII qualifications (e.g. Cert CII, Dip CII). Experience handling large or complex loss claims. Familiarity with the Northern Ireland insurance and legal market. Corporate Claims Handler - What We Offer Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Discretionary performance-based bonus. Support for professional development and qualifications. Positive and supportive team culture. Opportunities to work on high-profile and interesting claims. JBRP1_UKTJ
Our client is seeking an Insolvency Solicitor/Associate 2-4 Years' PQE to join their highly regarded Dispute Resolution team. The firm provide a health cash plan, death in service plan, a generous holiday allowance with option to buy and sell plus lots more benefits. The highly esteemed Insolvency Team is described in the Legal 500 directory, as an "extremely competent team focusing on insolvency and restructuring from the debt recovery end to large scale corporate restructuring." The team leader in the department is also commended as "technically brilliant, charming, and easy to deal with." The team engages in a diverse array of high-quality non-contentious advisory tasks and contentious insolvency disputes. Frequently, they manage assignments referred from both London and national practices in situations of conflict. The team boasts an extensive list of Insolvency Practitioner clients. Our client: Distinguished law firm Ranked in the Top 500 Hold numerous prestigious accreditations in recognition of their exceptional legal advice Have a rich history spanning two centuries They have cultivated a strong and respected presence as a premier law firm in the Hertfordshire and London regions Committed to progress, they are continually evolving and have a dedicated team of over 100 professionals Insolvency Lawyer role: Activities will be varied and will include, but are not limited to the following: Dealing with new client enquiries. Handling all aspects of corporate insolvency including administration appointments (both in court and out of court appointments), all court applications under insolvency legislation, providing advice to Ips, secured lenders and directors Dealing with all aspects of property related transactions in insolvency All aspects of personal insolvency Dealing with insolvency related litigation Maintain control of an allocated caseload to ensure that standards of matter conduct, file management, administration, time-recording and accounting are maintained Recognise the importance of cross selling and identify opportunities to refer work to other departments Attend networking and firm events Assist in developing and implementing marketing strategies Is this Insolvency Lawyer role for you? A minimum of 2 years experience of insolvency Adopts a client-centred focus at all times A commercial and pragmatic attitude Confident with the ability to interface and develop relationships with a variety of people Benefits: Flexible working Health cash plan Generous holiday allowance with option to buy and sell Pension options Death in service cover Firmwide bonus scheme Subsidised parking Employee assistance programme For further information about this Insolvency Lawyer role please contact Mia quoting reference 36491. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003 JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Our client is seeking an Insolvency Solicitor/Associate 2-4 Years' PQE to join their highly regarded Dispute Resolution team. The firm provide a health cash plan, death in service plan, a generous holiday allowance with option to buy and sell plus lots more benefits. The highly esteemed Insolvency Team is described in the Legal 500 directory, as an "extremely competent team focusing on insolvency and restructuring from the debt recovery end to large scale corporate restructuring." The team leader in the department is also commended as "technically brilliant, charming, and easy to deal with." The team engages in a diverse array of high-quality non-contentious advisory tasks and contentious insolvency disputes. Frequently, they manage assignments referred from both London and national practices in situations of conflict. The team boasts an extensive list of Insolvency Practitioner clients. Our client: Distinguished law firm Ranked in the Top 500 Hold numerous prestigious accreditations in recognition of their exceptional legal advice Have a rich history spanning two centuries They have cultivated a strong and respected presence as a premier law firm in the Hertfordshire and London regions Committed to progress, they are continually evolving and have a dedicated team of over 100 professionals Insolvency Lawyer role: Activities will be varied and will include, but are not limited to the following: Dealing with new client enquiries. Handling all aspects of corporate insolvency including administration appointments (both in court and out of court appointments), all court applications under insolvency legislation, providing advice to Ips, secured lenders and directors Dealing with all aspects of property related transactions in insolvency All aspects of personal insolvency Dealing with insolvency related litigation Maintain control of an allocated caseload to ensure that standards of matter conduct, file management, administration, time-recording and accounting are maintained Recognise the importance of cross selling and identify opportunities to refer work to other departments Attend networking and firm events Assist in developing and implementing marketing strategies Is this Insolvency Lawyer role for you? A minimum of 2 years experience of insolvency Adopts a client-centred focus at all times A commercial and pragmatic attitude Confident with the ability to interface and develop relationships with a variety of people Benefits: Flexible working Health cash plan Generous holiday allowance with option to buy and sell Pension options Death in service cover Firmwide bonus scheme Subsidised parking Employee assistance programme For further information about this Insolvency Lawyer role please contact Mia quoting reference 36491. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003 JBRP1_UKTJ
Solicitor - Commercial Lawyer - Cheltenham - 3+ Years PQE Location: Cheltenham Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (hybrid working available) Salary: £55,000 to £75,000, depending on experience A growing and forward thinking organisation is seeking a Commercial Solicitor with 3+ years' post qualification experience to join its expanding Commercial team in Cheltenham. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated lawyer to work on high quality matters within a supportive, collaborative, and fast paced environment. The Role You'll manage a diverse caseload of commercial matters, including: Drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts (supply, distribution, agency, IP licensing, SaaS, and more) Advising on data protection, consumer law, and regulatory compliance Supporting corporate transactions and cross border commercial arrangements Providing pragmatic, business focused legal advice to internal stakeholders Working closely with external counsel where required Maintaining excellent client service and high professional standards Candidate Requirements This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with: A minimum of 3 years PQE in Commercial law Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Confidence managing matters independently and prioritising effectively A proactive, solutions driven approach Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Familiarity with legal IT systems and Microsoft Office Benefits The organisation offers: A dynamic and supportive working environment Exposure to high quality, varied commercial work Clear opportunities for career development Hybrid working arrangements Recognition for strong performance and client service How to Apply If this opportunity aligns with your experience and ambitions, or if you'd like a confidential discussion about your next career move, please contact: Olivia Reed Email: Phone: / At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Solicitor - Commercial Lawyer - Cheltenham - 3+ Years PQE Location: Cheltenham Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (hybrid working available) Salary: £55,000 to £75,000, depending on experience A growing and forward thinking organisation is seeking a Commercial Solicitor with 3+ years' post qualification experience to join its expanding Commercial team in Cheltenham. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated lawyer to work on high quality matters within a supportive, collaborative, and fast paced environment. The Role You'll manage a diverse caseload of commercial matters, including: Drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts (supply, distribution, agency, IP licensing, SaaS, and more) Advising on data protection, consumer law, and regulatory compliance Supporting corporate transactions and cross border commercial arrangements Providing pragmatic, business focused legal advice to internal stakeholders Working closely with external counsel where required Maintaining excellent client service and high professional standards Candidate Requirements This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with: A minimum of 3 years PQE in Commercial law Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Confidence managing matters independently and prioritising effectively A proactive, solutions driven approach Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Familiarity with legal IT systems and Microsoft Office Benefits The organisation offers: A dynamic and supportive working environment Exposure to high quality, varied commercial work Clear opportunities for career development Hybrid working arrangements Recognition for strong performance and client service How to Apply If this opportunity aligns with your experience and ambitions, or if you'd like a confidential discussion about your next career move, please contact: Olivia Reed Email: Phone: / At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.
Job Title : Senior Bridging Underwriter Location: Borehamwood Hybrid 1 day WFH Salary: Up to circa 80,000 DOE Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5.30 pm Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical insurance Employer contributory pension scheme Quarterly social events State-of-the-art office/ Top-of-the-range IT setup and equipment In-house chefs providing breakfast, lunch, and snacks Monday-Friday Bicycle hire scheme Monthly incentives, including "Star of the Month" and birthday vouchers Early Friday finish Regular in-house learning and development sessions Electric car and cycle-to-work scheme Life insurance Annual discretionary bonus About the role of Senior Bridging Underwriter: This is a hands-on, senior role where you will oversee a team of underwriters and origination staff, ensuring high-quality credit decisions and efficient workflows. You will maintain your own pipeline of deals, present cases to credit committees, and build strong relationships with brokers, solicitors, and valuers. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded underwriter to bring technical expertise, leadership, and strategic insight to a fast-growing and dynamic lending environment . Responsibilities for the role of Senior Bridging Underwriter: Manage a team of underwriters and origination staff, overseeing workflows and performance. Underwrite bridging loan applications from start to finish, ensuring adherence to lending policies. Maintain a personal pipeline of deals while supporting team workloads. Assess risk continuously and provide clear, commercially aware credit decisions. Present cases to credit committees, clearly outlining borrower risk, asset strength, and lending rationale. Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, solicitors, valuers, and other stakeholders. Monitor team KPIs, deadlines, and productivity to ensure high-quality, efficient outcomes. Identify opportunities to improve underwriting processes, policies, and efficiencies. Collaborate with finance and treasury teams to ensure timely funding of cases. Keep up-to-date with regulatory requirements and industry best practices in both regulated and unregulated bridging lending. Experience required for the role of Senior Bridging Underwriter: Experience in both regulated and unregulated bridging is highly desirable. Proven ability to manage a team or have held a senior role along with a personal deal pipeline. Strong track record in credit assessment and presenting cases to committees. For more information regarding the role of Senior Bridging Underwriter, please get in touch with us. Stellar Select is acting as an employment agency and is a corporate member of the REC. Due to a high volume of applications, we will only contact you if your application has been successful. We aim to contact all successful contacts within two business days.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Job Title : Senior Bridging Underwriter Location: Borehamwood Hybrid 1 day WFH Salary: Up to circa 80,000 DOE Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5.30 pm Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical insurance Employer contributory pension scheme Quarterly social events State-of-the-art office/ Top-of-the-range IT setup and equipment In-house chefs providing breakfast, lunch, and snacks Monday-Friday Bicycle hire scheme Monthly incentives, including "Star of the Month" and birthday vouchers Early Friday finish Regular in-house learning and development sessions Electric car and cycle-to-work scheme Life insurance Annual discretionary bonus About the role of Senior Bridging Underwriter: This is a hands-on, senior role where you will oversee a team of underwriters and origination staff, ensuring high-quality credit decisions and efficient workflows. You will maintain your own pipeline of deals, present cases to credit committees, and build strong relationships with brokers, solicitors, and valuers. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded underwriter to bring technical expertise, leadership, and strategic insight to a fast-growing and dynamic lending environment . Responsibilities for the role of Senior Bridging Underwriter: Manage a team of underwriters and origination staff, overseeing workflows and performance. Underwrite bridging loan applications from start to finish, ensuring adherence to lending policies. Maintain a personal pipeline of deals while supporting team workloads. Assess risk continuously and provide clear, commercially aware credit decisions. Present cases to credit committees, clearly outlining borrower risk, asset strength, and lending rationale. Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, solicitors, valuers, and other stakeholders. Monitor team KPIs, deadlines, and productivity to ensure high-quality, efficient outcomes. Identify opportunities to improve underwriting processes, policies, and efficiencies. Collaborate with finance and treasury teams to ensure timely funding of cases. Keep up-to-date with regulatory requirements and industry best practices in both regulated and unregulated bridging lending. Experience required for the role of Senior Bridging Underwriter: Experience in both regulated and unregulated bridging is highly desirable. Proven ability to manage a team or have held a senior role along with a personal deal pipeline. Strong track record in credit assessment and presenting cases to committees. For more information regarding the role of Senior Bridging Underwriter, please get in touch with us. Stellar Select is acting as an employment agency and is a corporate member of the REC. Due to a high volume of applications, we will only contact you if your application has been successful. We aim to contact all successful contacts within two business days.
I m currently working with a leading private, high-profile criminal and regulatory defence firm recognised for its expertise in complex financial crime, white-collar investigations, and corporate defence. Ranked in the leading legal directories, the firm is known for delivering strategic, discreet, and robust representation to clients facing the most serious allegations and regulatory scrutiny. Blending a modern, forward-thinking approach with high-impact legal work, the firm prides itself on exceptional client service and a genuinely supportive, collaborative internal culture. As an ambitious and growing practice, they offer their lawyers real responsibility from the outset and early exposure to complex, rewarding matters. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a talented and driven Senior Associate Solicitor (6+ PQE) to join their expanding team. This is a key role offering the opportunity to handle complex, high-value cases and play an integral part in the firm s continued success. The Role • Act for high-net-worth individuals, professionals, and corporates facing investigation or prosecution by agencies such as the SFO, FCA, HMRC, and NCA. • Advise clients under investigation for offences including fraud, money laundering, bribery, corruption, and insider trading. • Lead and manage tasks as part of a wider case team, working closely with partners on high-profile, sensitive matters. • Supervise junior lawyers and support business development initiatives. • Maintain strong client relationships and deliver exceptional standards of service. About You • Qualified solicitor with 4+ years PQE in financial crime and investigations. • Extensive experience advising on SFO, FCA, NCA, and HMRC investigations. • Strong knowledge of the Proceeds of Crime Act, Bribery Act, and related regulatory frameworks. • Commercially astute with excellent analytical, advocacy, and drafting skills. • A confident and discreet communicator, comfortable handling complex and sensitive matters. • Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers is advantageous. What s on Offer • The opportunity to work on complex, high-profile cases within a respected and specialist team. • A collaborative and supportive culture focused on excellence. • Clear opportunities for career progression and leadership. • Salary between £55,000 £65,000 per annum, depending on experience. Here, you won t be just another employee you ll be a key part of a growing firm with real influence over its future direction and success. All enquiries and applications are handled with complete confidentiality. Nothing will be affected by a discreet conversation. If this sounds of interest, I d welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
I m currently working with a leading private, high-profile criminal and regulatory defence firm recognised for its expertise in complex financial crime, white-collar investigations, and corporate defence. Ranked in the leading legal directories, the firm is known for delivering strategic, discreet, and robust representation to clients facing the most serious allegations and regulatory scrutiny. Blending a modern, forward-thinking approach with high-impact legal work, the firm prides itself on exceptional client service and a genuinely supportive, collaborative internal culture. As an ambitious and growing practice, they offer their lawyers real responsibility from the outset and early exposure to complex, rewarding matters. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a talented and driven Senior Associate Solicitor (6+ PQE) to join their expanding team. This is a key role offering the opportunity to handle complex, high-value cases and play an integral part in the firm s continued success. The Role • Act for high-net-worth individuals, professionals, and corporates facing investigation or prosecution by agencies such as the SFO, FCA, HMRC, and NCA. • Advise clients under investigation for offences including fraud, money laundering, bribery, corruption, and insider trading. • Lead and manage tasks as part of a wider case team, working closely with partners on high-profile, sensitive matters. • Supervise junior lawyers and support business development initiatives. • Maintain strong client relationships and deliver exceptional standards of service. About You • Qualified solicitor with 4+ years PQE in financial crime and investigations. • Extensive experience advising on SFO, FCA, NCA, and HMRC investigations. • Strong knowledge of the Proceeds of Crime Act, Bribery Act, and related regulatory frameworks. • Commercially astute with excellent analytical, advocacy, and drafting skills. • A confident and discreet communicator, comfortable handling complex and sensitive matters. • Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers is advantageous. What s on Offer • The opportunity to work on complex, high-profile cases within a respected and specialist team. • A collaborative and supportive culture focused on excellence. • Clear opportunities for career progression and leadership. • Salary between £55,000 £65,000 per annum, depending on experience. Here, you won t be just another employee you ll be a key part of a growing firm with real influence over its future direction and success. All enquiries and applications are handled with complete confidentiality. Nothing will be affected by a discreet conversation. If this sounds of interest, I d welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
Corporate / Commercial Solicitor (5-10 PQE) We are working with a well-respected, specialist law firm seeking an experienced Corporate / Commercial Solicitor (5-10 years' PQE) to join its established and growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute lawyer looking to undertake high-quality work within a supportive and forward-thinking firm. The Role You will join a highly regarded corporate/commercial team advising a broad client base on matters including: Mergers & acquisitions Shareholder agreements and corporate restructuring Joint ventures Commercial contracts General company law advisory work The team handles a varied and quality caseload, offering genuine responsibility and client exposure. The Ideal Candidate 5-10 years' PQE in corporate and/or commercial law Strong technical ability with sound commercial awareness Confident managing files and building client relationships A collaborative team player with a proactive approach The Firm Well-established and specialist practice Supportive team culture Clear progression opportunities Three office locations available as a base The firm encourages office presence to support collaboration and development, though hybrid working can be considered for the right candidate. Salary & Benefits Competitive market-rate salary 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (33 days total) Discretionary additional days over Christmas Birthday off Flexible working hours (earlier/later start and finish times) This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Corporate / Commercial Solicitor looking to join a respected firm offering quality work, flexibility and long-term progression. If you would like to find out more, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Corporate / Commercial Solicitor (5-10 PQE) We are working with a well-respected, specialist law firm seeking an experienced Corporate / Commercial Solicitor (5-10 years' PQE) to join its established and growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute lawyer looking to undertake high-quality work within a supportive and forward-thinking firm. The Role You will join a highly regarded corporate/commercial team advising a broad client base on matters including: Mergers & acquisitions Shareholder agreements and corporate restructuring Joint ventures Commercial contracts General company law advisory work The team handles a varied and quality caseload, offering genuine responsibility and client exposure. The Ideal Candidate 5-10 years' PQE in corporate and/or commercial law Strong technical ability with sound commercial awareness Confident managing files and building client relationships A collaborative team player with a proactive approach The Firm Well-established and specialist practice Supportive team culture Clear progression opportunities Three office locations available as a base The firm encourages office presence to support collaboration and development, though hybrid working can be considered for the right candidate. Salary & Benefits Competitive market-rate salary 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (33 days total) Discretionary additional days over Christmas Birthday off Flexible working hours (earlier/later start and finish times) This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Corporate / Commercial Solicitor looking to join a respected firm offering quality work, flexibility and long-term progression. If you would like to find out more, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Job Opportunity: Solicitor - Commercial Contracts (2-6 years PQE) ? Location: London ? About the Firm: ? Medium-sized niche law firm based in London, with additional offices in several other locations. ? Recognized by Legal 500 and Chambers UK, the firm specializes in areas like banking, construction, commercial litigation, corporate, employment, projects, and property click apply for full job details
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Job Opportunity: Solicitor - Commercial Contracts (2-6 years PQE) ? Location: London ? About the Firm: ? Medium-sized niche law firm based in London, with additional offices in several other locations. ? Recognized by Legal 500 and Chambers UK, the firm specializes in areas like banking, construction, commercial litigation, corporate, employment, projects, and property click apply for full job details
Join a highly regarded and growing Commercial Litigation team in Swansea High profile clients on offer South Wales Partners TSR Legal are working in partnership client with a growing national law firm who offer the full range of legal services to their clients. The Role As a Commercial Litigation Lawyer you will work closely with the existing Partners and other senior lawyers and pick up a range of high-profile and cutting edge clients in a variety of sectors You will be a Commercial litigation solicitor with 7 plus years PQE. Working as part of a team, you'll handle complex commercial litigation including contractual disputes, corporate/shareholder disputes, professional negligence, fraud, insurance and financial services/banking disputes. About you The successful candidate is likely to come from a national law firm. Given the existing structure of the team this role will suit a lawyer around 7 years PQE but this is a guide and does not preclude those with more or slightly less applying for the role. What's on Offer Up to £85k dependent on experience Hybrid working Great Benefits if you are looking for a commercial litigation opportunity within a leading national practice, please get in touch with Rob Adams at TSR Legal for more information in confidence on in complete confidence. JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Join a highly regarded and growing Commercial Litigation team in Swansea High profile clients on offer South Wales Partners TSR Legal are working in partnership client with a growing national law firm who offer the full range of legal services to their clients. The Role As a Commercial Litigation Lawyer you will work closely with the existing Partners and other senior lawyers and pick up a range of high-profile and cutting edge clients in a variety of sectors You will be a Commercial litigation solicitor with 7 plus years PQE. Working as part of a team, you'll handle complex commercial litigation including contractual disputes, corporate/shareholder disputes, professional negligence, fraud, insurance and financial services/banking disputes. About you The successful candidate is likely to come from a national law firm. Given the existing structure of the team this role will suit a lawyer around 7 years PQE but this is a guide and does not preclude those with more or slightly less applying for the role. What's on Offer Up to £85k dependent on experience Hybrid working Great Benefits if you are looking for a commercial litigation opportunity within a leading national practice, please get in touch with Rob Adams at TSR Legal for more information in confidence on in complete confidence. JBRP1_UKTJ
Competitive starting salary range from £55,075 up to £62,851 per annum (dependent upon experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered Our Mission Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. We are driven by a passion and belief that through education, equity, and innovation our students, people, and communities are empowered to transform their lives and the world around them. Our people are the key to our success and each role within the group is crucial in shaping the world around us. The Role The Senior Solicitor/Senior Legal Advisor (Global and Commercial) is responsible for providing professional legal advice in relation to commercial, corporate, education, international, intellectual property, and/or technology matters involving the Coventry University Group. This includes advising on complex academic and commercial projects relating to the Group's Global strategy and developing and delivering strategies to support the Group's plan to increase the nature and extent of its activities, whilst minimising legal and financial risk to the Group. The Senior Solicitor/Senior Legal Advisor (Global and Commercial) is responsible for reviewing, negotiating, and drafting agreements with suppliers, purchasers, large corporate entities, government and funding bodies and other higher education institutions. In addition, the Senior Solicitor/Senior Legal Advisor will review, update, and develop precedents and templates to ensure that the Group's commercial, corporate, education, international, intellectual property, Infrastructure research and technology activities comply with statutory and regulatory requirements and sector best practice. Qualifications Required: Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales. Or equivalent. Our Successful Candidate Our successful candidate will require experience of working in a commercial legal environment with demonstrable experience in relation to the drafting, review, and negotiation of commercial contracts. You will demonstrate expert knowledge of commercial, contract, company, intellectual property, and data protection law alongside expertise is advising on and negotiating contract terms. Experience working in an environment that is constantly changing, and the ability to adapt with those changes is also required for this role. The Benefits Along with a competitive salary we offer an industry leading Rewards and Benefits package which includes: Excellent Employers Pension Contribution 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days Life Assurance 4x Salary BUPA Cash Plan 50% off Tuition Fee's for staff dependants CU Reward Scheme - Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers Cycle To Work scheme Our Culture As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all. Closing date: Sunday 22 nd February 2026.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Competitive starting salary range from £55,075 up to £62,851 per annum (dependent upon experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered Our Mission Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. We are driven by a passion and belief that through education, equity, and innovation our students, people, and communities are empowered to transform their lives and the world around them. Our people are the key to our success and each role within the group is crucial in shaping the world around us. The Role The Senior Solicitor/Senior Legal Advisor (Global and Commercial) is responsible for providing professional legal advice in relation to commercial, corporate, education, international, intellectual property, and/or technology matters involving the Coventry University Group. This includes advising on complex academic and commercial projects relating to the Group's Global strategy and developing and delivering strategies to support the Group's plan to increase the nature and extent of its activities, whilst minimising legal and financial risk to the Group. The Senior Solicitor/Senior Legal Advisor (Global and Commercial) is responsible for reviewing, negotiating, and drafting agreements with suppliers, purchasers, large corporate entities, government and funding bodies and other higher education institutions. In addition, the Senior Solicitor/Senior Legal Advisor will review, update, and develop precedents and templates to ensure that the Group's commercial, corporate, education, international, intellectual property, Infrastructure research and technology activities comply with statutory and regulatory requirements and sector best practice. Qualifications Required: Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales. Or equivalent. Our Successful Candidate Our successful candidate will require experience of working in a commercial legal environment with demonstrable experience in relation to the drafting, review, and negotiation of commercial contracts. You will demonstrate expert knowledge of commercial, contract, company, intellectual property, and data protection law alongside expertise is advising on and negotiating contract terms. Experience working in an environment that is constantly changing, and the ability to adapt with those changes is also required for this role. The Benefits Along with a competitive salary we offer an industry leading Rewards and Benefits package which includes: Excellent Employers Pension Contribution 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days Life Assurance 4x Salary BUPA Cash Plan 50% off Tuition Fee's for staff dependants CU Reward Scheme - Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers Cycle To Work scheme Our Culture As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all. Closing date: Sunday 22 nd February 2026.
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Acquisitions Manager to join a leading UK retail business at an exciting stage of growth. This is a high-impact role responsible for identifying, evaluating, and delivering acquisition opportunities that support the company s strategic expansion objectives. Working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, you will play a key role in driving value through new site acquisitions, portfolio growth, and strategic investment opportunities across the UK. Key Responsibilities Identify and assess acquisition opportunities aligned with the company s growth strategy Lead end-to-end acquisition processes, from initial appraisal through to completion Conduct commercial, financial, and strategic analysis to support investment decisions Negotiate heads of terms and manage external advisers including agents, solicitors, and consultants Prepare and present detailed business cases and recommendations to senior stakeholders Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, developers, landlords, and internal teams Ensure all acquisitions meet financial, legal, and operational requirements About You Proven experience in acquisitions, property, corporate development, or a related commercial role Strong commercial acumen with the ability to evaluate complex opportunities Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills Confident presenting to senior leadership and influencing decision-making Strong analytical skills with attention to detail Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously Knowledge of the UK retail market is highly desirable What We Offer Competitive salary and performance-related bonus Opportunity to work with a market-leading UK retailer High visibility role with genuine influence on business growth Supportive, collaborative working environment Hybrid working and flexible benefits package
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Acquisitions Manager to join a leading UK retail business at an exciting stage of growth. This is a high-impact role responsible for identifying, evaluating, and delivering acquisition opportunities that support the company s strategic expansion objectives. Working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, you will play a key role in driving value through new site acquisitions, portfolio growth, and strategic investment opportunities across the UK. Key Responsibilities Identify and assess acquisition opportunities aligned with the company s growth strategy Lead end-to-end acquisition processes, from initial appraisal through to completion Conduct commercial, financial, and strategic analysis to support investment decisions Negotiate heads of terms and manage external advisers including agents, solicitors, and consultants Prepare and present detailed business cases and recommendations to senior stakeholders Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, developers, landlords, and internal teams Ensure all acquisitions meet financial, legal, and operational requirements About You Proven experience in acquisitions, property, corporate development, or a related commercial role Strong commercial acumen with the ability to evaluate complex opportunities Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills Confident presenting to senior leadership and influencing decision-making Strong analytical skills with attention to detail Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously Knowledge of the UK retail market is highly desirable What We Offer Competitive salary and performance-related bonus Opportunity to work with a market-leading UK retailer High visibility role with genuine influence on business growth Supportive, collaborative working environment Hybrid working and flexible benefits package
Insolvency Solicitor, 3+ Years PQE, Bristol, £Competitive (DOE) - This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious insolvency and restructuring matters, advising insolvency practitioners, lenders, directors, and businesses across multiple sectors. Job Ref: 2885 THE ROLE You will manage your own caseload while supporting partners and senior lawyers on complex insolvency and restructuring matters. The role offers exposure to a broad mix of advisory, transactional, and dispute-related work. You will be responsible for advising on corporate and personal insolvency matters, acting for insolvency practitioners, creditors, lenders, and directors, handling administrations, liquidations, CVLs, MVLs, and bankruptcies and managing insolvency-related disputes and recovery actions. Supporting business development and profile-raising activities. SKILLS REQUIRED Applications are sought from solicitors with 3+ years PQE in insolvency and restructuring work. Commercially aware and solutions-driven. Confident managing client relationships and files. Well organised with strong attention to detail. Keen to develop their specialism and progress their career. ON OFFER A supportive and ambitious team environment. Competitive salary. Genuine career progression. HOW TO APPLY Contact Penny Trotman 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.
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Insolvency Solicitor, 3+ Years PQE, Bristol, £Competitive (DOE) - This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious insolvency and restructuring matters, advising insolvency practitioners, lenders, directors, and businesses across multiple sectors. Job Ref: 2885 THE ROLE You will manage your own caseload while supporting partners and senior lawyers on complex insolvency and restructuring matters. The role offers exposure to a broad mix of advisory, transactional, and dispute-related work. You will be responsible for advising on corporate and personal insolvency matters, acting for insolvency practitioners, creditors, lenders, and directors, handling administrations, liquidations, CVLs, MVLs, and bankruptcies and managing insolvency-related disputes and recovery actions. Supporting business development and profile-raising activities. SKILLS REQUIRED Applications are sought from solicitors with 3+ years PQE in insolvency and restructuring work. Commercially aware and solutions-driven. Confident managing client relationships and files. Well organised with strong attention to detail. Keen to develop their specialism and progress their career. ON OFFER A supportive and ambitious team environment. Competitive salary. Genuine career progression. HOW TO APPLY Contact Penny Trotman 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.
Legal Counsel Based in St Albans/50% WFH Permanent We're one of Britain's biggest food companies with a broad stable of leading brands; brands which you can find inaround 94% of British households, as well as a growing number of international markets. We are listed on the UK Stock Exchange, have annual revenues of in excess of £1bn and employ over 4,000 colleagues across our 14 locations.Our brands include Mr Kipling, Merchant Gourmet, Cadbury (under licence), Bisto, Batchelors, Ambrosia, Sharwood's,Oxo, Loyd Grossman, Homepride, Saxa, The Spice Tailor, Fuel 10k and McDougall's. Our UK Business Unit is responsible for developing our portfolio of leading brands in the following key categories:Flavourings & Seasonings, Cooking Sauces & Accompaniments, Quick Meals & Soups, Ambient desserts, Sweet Treats. Our International Business Unit is focused on developing new markets for our brands around the world, including keystrategic markets in Australia, USA, and Republic of Ireland, and other markets such as Middle East, South Africa and Canada. The Legal and Secretarial Department's role is to ensure that Premier Foods plc, and its subsidiaries, comply with theirlegal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations. This is a small central team that is highly-regarded, impactful and moves with pace and has a focus on business partnering. The job offers a great opportunity to gain a wide variety ofexperience in the domestic and international markets. We will provide support for continued development of your legal skills What we need from you ? Admitted as a solicitor in England (or an equivalent international qualification)(ideally NQ-4 PQE) Must thrive and enjoy working in a fast moving environment Ideally Procurement experience Must act in a professional manner at all times Must be proactive, show initiative, with a hands-on attitude Must be able to multi-task and instinctively be able to deal with a wide range of contacts (internal colleagues, external suppliers, key stakeholders); You will be someone who has high standards and attention to detail and who continually seeks a better way to do things Well-developed verbal and written communication skills What you'll be doing ? Commercial Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of legal documents (e.g. NDAs, letters of variation, extensions, procurement contracts, sales contracts, distribution agreements, terms and conditions of sale and purchase, letters of termination etc) Provide advice to the commercial teams on interpretation of contracts with a view to delivering the desired Premier position Marketing and Advertising Review of product packaging and liaising with the brand and regs teams, as necessary, to ensure product packaging is compliant The drafting and review of promotional terms and conditions and advertisements for legal compliance and creating solutions to change advertisements etc to ensure compliance with the Code of Advertising Practice and other relevant laws Compliance Support the implementation and ongoing monitoring of Premier's compliance programme including Competition, Anti-Bribery, Sanctions and Data Protection laws Organising and creating training materials, monitoring attendance and spotting compliance issues, when dealing with other matters, and answering questions raised by the business Intellectual Property Drafting NDAs/reviewing NDAs received from third parties Undertaking trade mark clearance searches for UK and Intentional, including assessing when external counsel will be required to conduct full clearance searches, and managing external counsel with the clearance searches Reviewing trade mark watch notices and escalating any which may be an issue to the relevant member of the legal team Handling ad hoc queries from theInternational team on whattrade markswe have registered and where Drafting letters of consent to use our brands Drafting trade marklicences What we offer you in return ? Competitive salary Car Allowance Bonus Up to 7.5% pension Life assurance Wide range of online and in-house training Access to an employee discount scheme, with access to hundreds of nationwide retailers Ready to apply ? Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV tailored to this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you. A great British food company Premier Foods is one of Britain's biggest listed food companies, employing over4,000 colleagues at 13 manufacturingsites and offices up and down the country. Many of our brands have been part of UK lifefor more than a century and you'll find them in 90% of British households. At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticityandindividuality.We aim to ensure all existingand futurecolleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to workno matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in.Our culture is one where everyone is welcome. JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Legal Counsel Based in St Albans/50% WFH Permanent We're one of Britain's biggest food companies with a broad stable of leading brands; brands which you can find inaround 94% of British households, as well as a growing number of international markets. We are listed on the UK Stock Exchange, have annual revenues of in excess of £1bn and employ over 4,000 colleagues across our 14 locations.Our brands include Mr Kipling, Merchant Gourmet, Cadbury (under licence), Bisto, Batchelors, Ambrosia, Sharwood's,Oxo, Loyd Grossman, Homepride, Saxa, The Spice Tailor, Fuel 10k and McDougall's. Our UK Business Unit is responsible for developing our portfolio of leading brands in the following key categories:Flavourings & Seasonings, Cooking Sauces & Accompaniments, Quick Meals & Soups, Ambient desserts, Sweet Treats. Our International Business Unit is focused on developing new markets for our brands around the world, including keystrategic markets in Australia, USA, and Republic of Ireland, and other markets such as Middle East, South Africa and Canada. The Legal and Secretarial Department's role is to ensure that Premier Foods plc, and its subsidiaries, comply with theirlegal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations. This is a small central team that is highly-regarded, impactful and moves with pace and has a focus on business partnering. The job offers a great opportunity to gain a wide variety ofexperience in the domestic and international markets. We will provide support for continued development of your legal skills What we need from you ? Admitted as a solicitor in England (or an equivalent international qualification)(ideally NQ-4 PQE) Must thrive and enjoy working in a fast moving environment Ideally Procurement experience Must act in a professional manner at all times Must be proactive, show initiative, with a hands-on attitude Must be able to multi-task and instinctively be able to deal with a wide range of contacts (internal colleagues, external suppliers, key stakeholders); You will be someone who has high standards and attention to detail and who continually seeks a better way to do things Well-developed verbal and written communication skills What you'll be doing ? Commercial Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of legal documents (e.g. NDAs, letters of variation, extensions, procurement contracts, sales contracts, distribution agreements, terms and conditions of sale and purchase, letters of termination etc) Provide advice to the commercial teams on interpretation of contracts with a view to delivering the desired Premier position Marketing and Advertising Review of product packaging and liaising with the brand and regs teams, as necessary, to ensure product packaging is compliant The drafting and review of promotional terms and conditions and advertisements for legal compliance and creating solutions to change advertisements etc to ensure compliance with the Code of Advertising Practice and other relevant laws Compliance Support the implementation and ongoing monitoring of Premier's compliance programme including Competition, Anti-Bribery, Sanctions and Data Protection laws Organising and creating training materials, monitoring attendance and spotting compliance issues, when dealing with other matters, and answering questions raised by the business Intellectual Property Drafting NDAs/reviewing NDAs received from third parties Undertaking trade mark clearance searches for UK and Intentional, including assessing when external counsel will be required to conduct full clearance searches, and managing external counsel with the clearance searches Reviewing trade mark watch notices and escalating any which may be an issue to the relevant member of the legal team Handling ad hoc queries from theInternational team on whattrade markswe have registered and where Drafting letters of consent to use our brands Drafting trade marklicences What we offer you in return ? Competitive salary Car Allowance Bonus Up to 7.5% pension Life assurance Wide range of online and in-house training Access to an employee discount scheme, with access to hundreds of nationwide retailers Ready to apply ? Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV tailored to this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you. A great British food company Premier Foods is one of Britain's biggest listed food companies, employing over4,000 colleagues at 13 manufacturingsites and offices up and down the country. Many of our brands have been part of UK lifefor more than a century and you'll find them in 90% of British households. At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticityandindividuality.We aim to ensure all existingand futurecolleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to workno matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in.Our culture is one where everyone is welcome. JBRP1_UKTJ
In house Legal Counsel - In-House Global Engineering Group UK An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a lawyer to join the established UK legal function of a successful, international high-tech engineering group. This is an ideal first move in-house for a commercially minded lawyer seeking broad exposure and genuine career progression within a global business operating across multiple jurisdictions. The Opportunity Reporting into senior leadership within a well-established legal team, you will provide business-aligned legal support across a diverse range of matters, including: Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts (supply, distribution, procurement, development and bespoke agreements) Advising on corporate governance, board documentation and internal policies Supporting M&A transactions, including due diligence and transaction documents Providing guidance on compliance, GDPR and risk management frameworks Assisting with commercial property matters (leases, licences, easements) Managing disputes from initial assessment through to litigation readiness Liaising with and managing external counsel across multiple jurisdictions This is a broad, hands on in-house role offering real responsibility, international exposure and the opportunity to develop into a trusted legal adviser to the business. About You You will be: A UK qualified Solicitor (1 4 PQE) Experienced in commercial contract drafting and negotiation Commercially astute, pragmatic and solutions-focused Confident advising internal stakeholders on legal risk Organised and capable of managing multiple workstreams Experience in commercial property, M&A or cross-border matters would be advantageous but is not essential. Why Apply? This role offers: Excellent exposure across commercial, corporate, compliance and dispute resolution work International scope and cross functional collaboration Strong long term career development potential A supportive, forward thinking legal environment embracing digital transformation For solicitors seeking a broad in house legal counsel role with genuine progression prospects, this represents an excellent career move. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
In house Legal Counsel - In-House Global Engineering Group UK An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a lawyer to join the established UK legal function of a successful, international high-tech engineering group. This is an ideal first move in-house for a commercially minded lawyer seeking broad exposure and genuine career progression within a global business operating across multiple jurisdictions. The Opportunity Reporting into senior leadership within a well-established legal team, you will provide business-aligned legal support across a diverse range of matters, including: Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts (supply, distribution, procurement, development and bespoke agreements) Advising on corporate governance, board documentation and internal policies Supporting M&A transactions, including due diligence and transaction documents Providing guidance on compliance, GDPR and risk management frameworks Assisting with commercial property matters (leases, licences, easements) Managing disputes from initial assessment through to litigation readiness Liaising with and managing external counsel across multiple jurisdictions This is a broad, hands on in-house role offering real responsibility, international exposure and the opportunity to develop into a trusted legal adviser to the business. About You You will be: A UK qualified Solicitor (1 4 PQE) Experienced in commercial contract drafting and negotiation Commercially astute, pragmatic and solutions-focused Confident advising internal stakeholders on legal risk Organised and capable of managing multiple workstreams Experience in commercial property, M&A or cross-border matters would be advantageous but is not essential. Why Apply? This role offers: Excellent exposure across commercial, corporate, compliance and dispute resolution work International scope and cross functional collaboration Strong long term career development potential A supportive, forward thinking legal environment embracing digital transformation For solicitors seeking a broad in house legal counsel role with genuine progression prospects, this represents an excellent career move. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Job Title: Employment Solicitor (3+ PQE) Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working) Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Join a Leading Regional Law Firm with a Top-Tier Employment Practice We are working with a prestigious national law firm that is looking to expand its highly regarded Employment team with the appointment of an experienced Employment Solicitor in their office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm known for its collaborative culture, high-quality work, and excellent career development prospects. The Role: As a key member of the Employment team, you will handle a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters for a diverse client base that includes major corporates, public sector bodies, and senior executives. Key Responsibilities: Advising on disciplinary and grievance procedures, redundancies, TUPE, and restructures Handling Employment Tribunal litigation from inception to resolution Drafting and negotiating employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements Providing corporate support on employment matters relating to mergers and acquisitions Delivering training and legal updates to clients About You: Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years' PQE in Employment law Strong technical knowledge and a commercial, solutions-focused approach Experience managing client relationships and working independently on complex matters Excellent communication and organisational skills A team player who is looking to be part of a growing and ambitious practice What's On Offer: The chance to work with market-leading lawyers on high-profile cases Hybrid and flexible working options Clear progression opportunities and tailored career development Competitive salary and benefits package including bonus, pension, and private healthcare Ready to take the next step in your Employment law career? Apply now to join a national powerhouse with an outstanding reputation in Employment law. Let me know if you want this tailored further to reflect your company tone or branding.
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Employment Solicitor (3+ PQE) Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working) Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Join a Leading Regional Law Firm with a Top-Tier Employment Practice We are working with a prestigious national law firm that is looking to expand its highly regarded Employment team with the appointment of an experienced Employment Solicitor in their office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm known for its collaborative culture, high-quality work, and excellent career development prospects. The Role: As a key member of the Employment team, you will handle a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters for a diverse client base that includes major corporates, public sector bodies, and senior executives. Key Responsibilities: Advising on disciplinary and grievance procedures, redundancies, TUPE, and restructures Handling Employment Tribunal litigation from inception to resolution Drafting and negotiating employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements Providing corporate support on employment matters relating to mergers and acquisitions Delivering training and legal updates to clients About You: Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years' PQE in Employment law Strong technical knowledge and a commercial, solutions-focused approach Experience managing client relationships and working independently on complex matters Excellent communication and organisational skills A team player who is looking to be part of a growing and ambitious practice What's On Offer: The chance to work with market-leading lawyers on high-profile cases Hybrid and flexible working options Clear progression opportunities and tailored career development Competitive salary and benefits package including bonus, pension, and private healthcare Ready to take the next step in your Employment law career? Apply now to join a national powerhouse with an outstanding reputation in Employment law. Let me know if you want this tailored further to reflect your company tone or branding.
An international engineering firm in the UK seeks an In-house Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support. This role involves drafting commercial contracts, advising on corporate governance, and supporting M&A transactions. The ideal candidate is a UK qualified Solicitor with 1-4 years of experience, commercially astute and capable of managing various legal functions. This position offers international exposure and significant career development potential in a supportive environment.
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
An international engineering firm in the UK seeks an In-house Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support. This role involves drafting commercial contracts, advising on corporate governance, and supporting M&A transactions. The ideal candidate is a UK qualified Solicitor with 1-4 years of experience, commercially astute and capable of managing various legal functions. This position offers international exposure and significant career development potential in a supportive environment.
Job Title: Commercial Property Solicitor (2-3 PQE, Flexible) Location: Derby (with Flexible Working Options) Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience, plus Discretionary Bonus About the Role We are looking for a Commercial Property Solicitor to join our team, handling a varied and stimulating caseload. You will be actively involved in a broad spectrum of commercial property matters, including: Commercial property sales and acquisitions Commercial leasing (landlord and tenant) Development projects Corporate support property matters A small amount of high-value residential conveyancing This role offers a truly diverse caseload, ideal for a solicitor eager to expand their commercial property expertise. Candidate Profile Qualified Solicitor with approximately 2-3 years PQE (strong candidates with more or less PQE are encouraged to apply) Proven commercial property experience with the ability to work autonomously Excellent technical knowledge combined with strong commercial awareness Outstanding client-facing and communication skills Driving licence preferred to facilitate office attendance and client meetings Applications from part-time candidates are warmly welcomed What We Offer Flexible working hours with openness to part-time arrangements No daily time recording or annual fee targets Competitive salary, dependent on experience (market guidance welcomed) Discretionary annual bonus Enhanced annual leave package. Health Shield subscription covering dentistry, medical bills, prescriptions, massages, physiotherapy and more (providing broader benefits than standard private medical insurance) Birthday off Christmas close-down in addition to annual leave allowance If you are interested in this exciting Commercial Property Solicitor opportunity, please contact Sam Oliver on (phone number removed) or email your most recent CV to (url removed). Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and in-house departments across the UK. With our strong pedigree and commitment to exceptional service, we provide candidates and clients with a refreshingly different recruitment experience. Work with experienced professionals dedicated to your success. For our latest blogs, legal news and current vacancies, please visit our website: (url removed).
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Commercial Property Solicitor (2-3 PQE, Flexible) Location: Derby (with Flexible Working Options) Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience, plus Discretionary Bonus About the Role We are looking for a Commercial Property Solicitor to join our team, handling a varied and stimulating caseload. You will be actively involved in a broad spectrum of commercial property matters, including: Commercial property sales and acquisitions Commercial leasing (landlord and tenant) Development projects Corporate support property matters A small amount of high-value residential conveyancing This role offers a truly diverse caseload, ideal for a solicitor eager to expand their commercial property expertise. Candidate Profile Qualified Solicitor with approximately 2-3 years PQE (strong candidates with more or less PQE are encouraged to apply) Proven commercial property experience with the ability to work autonomously Excellent technical knowledge combined with strong commercial awareness Outstanding client-facing and communication skills Driving licence preferred to facilitate office attendance and client meetings Applications from part-time candidates are warmly welcomed What We Offer Flexible working hours with openness to part-time arrangements No daily time recording or annual fee targets Competitive salary, dependent on experience (market guidance welcomed) Discretionary annual bonus Enhanced annual leave package. Health Shield subscription covering dentistry, medical bills, prescriptions, massages, physiotherapy and more (providing broader benefits than standard private medical insurance) Birthday off Christmas close-down in addition to annual leave allowance If you are interested in this exciting Commercial Property Solicitor opportunity, please contact Sam Oliver on (phone number removed) or email your most recent CV to (url removed). Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and in-house departments across the UK. With our strong pedigree and commitment to exceptional service, we provide candidates and clients with a refreshingly different recruitment experience. Work with experienced professionals dedicated to your success. For our latest blogs, legal news and current vacancies, please visit our website: (url removed).
Banking & Finance Solicitor - Belfast - Top-Tier Firm A leading commercial law firm in Belfast is seeking to appoint a Banking & Finance Solicitor to join their high-performing team. This is a rare opportunity to work within one of the most respected practices in Northern Ireland, known for advising leading banks, lenders, corporates, and institutional clients on complex and high-value transactions. The Opportunity This role offers exposure to a broad range of banking and finance matters including: Corporate finance Acquisition and leveraged finance Real estate finance Refinancing and restructuring Cross-jurisdictional transactional work You'll be part of a team that consistently ranks in top legal directories, working alongside partners recognised for their expertise and commercial acumen. The firm places strong emphasis on professional development, collaborative culture, and delivering high-quality legal solutions. The Ideal Candidate Qualified Solicitor (NQ - 4 PQE preferred, but all levels will be considered) Previous experience in banking & finance or strong transactional background Excellent drafting, technical, and negotiation skills Strong commercial awareness and client service ethos Ambition to develop within a progressive and forward-thinking legal practice Why Apply? Market-leading salary and benefits package Mentorship from highly regarded partners Excellent work-life balance and flexibility options A clear pathway for career development Exposure to complex, high-value transactions both locally and internationally For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, or to find out more about similar roles in the legal market across Northern Ireland, please get in touch with Ciara O'Connor
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Banking & Finance Solicitor - Belfast - Top-Tier Firm A leading commercial law firm in Belfast is seeking to appoint a Banking & Finance Solicitor to join their high-performing team. This is a rare opportunity to work within one of the most respected practices in Northern Ireland, known for advising leading banks, lenders, corporates, and institutional clients on complex and high-value transactions. The Opportunity This role offers exposure to a broad range of banking and finance matters including: Corporate finance Acquisition and leveraged finance Real estate finance Refinancing and restructuring Cross-jurisdictional transactional work You'll be part of a team that consistently ranks in top legal directories, working alongside partners recognised for their expertise and commercial acumen. The firm places strong emphasis on professional development, collaborative culture, and delivering high-quality legal solutions. The Ideal Candidate Qualified Solicitor (NQ - 4 PQE preferred, but all levels will be considered) Previous experience in banking & finance or strong transactional background Excellent drafting, technical, and negotiation skills Strong commercial awareness and client service ethos Ambition to develop within a progressive and forward-thinking legal practice Why Apply? Market-leading salary and benefits package Mentorship from highly regarded partners Excellent work-life balance and flexibility options A clear pathway for career development Exposure to complex, high-value transactions both locally and internationally For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, or to find out more about similar roles in the legal market across Northern Ireland, please get in touch with Ciara O'Connor
Insolvency Solicitor, 3+ Years PQE, Bristol, £Competitive (DOE) - This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious insolvency and restructuring matters, advising insolvency practitioners, lenders, directors, and businesses across multiple sectors. Job Ref: 2885 THE ROLE You will manage your own caseload while supporting partners and senior lawyers on complex insolvency and restructuring matters. The role offers exposure to a broad mix of advisory, transactional, and dispute-related work. You will be responsible for advising on corporate and personal insolvency matters, acting for insolvency practitioners, creditors, lenders, and directors, handling administrations, liquidations, CVLs, MVLs, and bankruptcies and managing insolvency-related disputes and recovery actions. Supporting business development and profile-raising activities. SKILLS REQUIRED Applications are sought from solicitors with 3+ years PQE in insolvency and restructuring work. Commercially aware and solutions-driven. Confident managing client relationships and files. Well organised with strong attention to detail. Keen to develop their specialism and progress their career. ON OFFER A supportive and ambitious team environment. Competitive salary. Genuine career progression. HOW TO APPLY Contact Penny Trotman 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.
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Insolvency Solicitor, 3+ Years PQE, Bristol, £Competitive (DOE) - This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious insolvency and restructuring matters, advising insolvency practitioners, lenders, directors, and businesses across multiple sectors. Job Ref: 2885 THE ROLE You will manage your own caseload while supporting partners and senior lawyers on complex insolvency and restructuring matters. The role offers exposure to a broad mix of advisory, transactional, and dispute-related work. You will be responsible for advising on corporate and personal insolvency matters, acting for insolvency practitioners, creditors, lenders, and directors, handling administrations, liquidations, CVLs, MVLs, and bankruptcies and managing insolvency-related disputes and recovery actions. Supporting business development and profile-raising activities. SKILLS REQUIRED Applications are sought from solicitors with 3+ years PQE in insolvency and restructuring work. Commercially aware and solutions-driven. Confident managing client relationships and files. Well organised with strong attention to detail. Keen to develop their specialism and progress their career. ON OFFER A supportive and ambitious team environment. Competitive salary. Genuine career progression. HOW TO APPLY Contact Penny Trotman 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.
