TJX Europe At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you're working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores-TK Maxx & Homesense, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description: We are seeking an Assistant Building Surveyor to support the delivery and oversight of retail shell specifications and landlord shell works across our expanding store portfolio. This role involves the drafting and producing of technical shell specifications, input in technical advice and review of shell drawings, monitoring compliance with technical standards, and liaising with landlords and project teams to ensure shell handovers meet brand and operational requirements. You'll gain valuable experience in retail development, construction interface, and technical due diligence, with support towards professional chartership. Key Responsibilities In collaboration with our Acquisition and Architecture team, liaise directly with Landlords to arrange visits to new potential sites and identify suitability, modifications and risks which will be encountered in the construction and delivery phase of the project. Technical input in the preparation of project feasibilities. Advise on areas such as repair condition, structural condition and planning risks. Identify when and where specialist consultant input would be required regarding factors such as asbestos, methane, listed building conditions, Party Wall, RAAC, The Building Safety Act etc. Own the process of obtaining relevant and necessary technical details, specifications and information necessary to aid the preparation of store Capex. Alongside and in collaboration with Commercial Construction, input, guide and assist in the preparation of documents for Capex, Final Approval Form and the Agreement to Lease. Negotiate directly with Landlords surveyors to obtain best value and construction detail to achieve or exceed the standards proposed in the Heads of Terms. Liaise directly with internal and external Lawyers in the review of AFL's and Lease agreements for new stores, expansions, downsizes and ad-hoc projects where Landlord interfaces are required, advising where needed on technical elements. Monitor the Landlords works on site to ensure compliance with the Shell Specification and Lease Agreement, ensuring progress is monitored in a formal manner by issuing weekly progress reports. Ensure relevant documents are provided by the Landlord at Practical Completion. Coordinate and act as primary contact for both internal and external technical teams in the obtaining of Landlords approvals for shop fit proposals and provide licence documents as required. Represent TJX in formal access meetings with the Landlord on access and handover of the unit to TJX Construction team. Ensure landlords defects are highlighted, recorded and rectified in a timely manner with close monitoring and reporting. Act as primary contact for the TJX Construction team for any interface with Landlord should issues arise during fit out. Liaise with internal TJX Utilities and Energy teams in arranging installation of utility supply meters or Change of Tenancy agreements. Key Skills, Knowledge & Experience Negotiation and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with stakeholders and resolve issues with proficiently. Ability to foresee risk and plan projects in a proactive and professional manner. Fluency in the English language with the ability to draft reports and communications effectively, efficiently and proactively. HNC/HND and/or Degree level qualification relevant within the Construction industry e.g. Building Surveying, Construction, Project or Programme Management, Engineering or Built Environment. 1-2 years of post graduate experience preferred. Flexible, agile & able to prioritise. Excellent communication, negotiation & influencing skills. Able to collaborate in an inclusive culture. Confident networker & diplomatic communicator with an ability to build lasting relationships across geographies & functions. Able to work under own initiative & time critical conditions. Agile and adaptable, able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Extensive travel within the UK and ROI will be required, along with willingness to travel to our European markets should workload require. Full driving licence required. You must have the legal right to work in the country you are applying to. Closing date for all applications 19th February 2026. As proud as we are of our past success, it's our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation. Address: 73 Clarendon Road Location: EUR Home Office Watford GB
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
TJX Europe At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you're working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores-TK Maxx & Homesense, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description: We are seeking an Assistant Building Surveyor to support the delivery and oversight of retail shell specifications and landlord shell works across our expanding store portfolio. This role involves the drafting and producing of technical shell specifications, input in technical advice and review of shell drawings, monitoring compliance with technical standards, and liaising with landlords and project teams to ensure shell handovers meet brand and operational requirements. You'll gain valuable experience in retail development, construction interface, and technical due diligence, with support towards professional chartership. Key Responsibilities In collaboration with our Acquisition and Architecture team, liaise directly with Landlords to arrange visits to new potential sites and identify suitability, modifications and risks which will be encountered in the construction and delivery phase of the project. Technical input in the preparation of project feasibilities. Advise on areas such as repair condition, structural condition and planning risks. Identify when and where specialist consultant input would be required regarding factors such as asbestos, methane, listed building conditions, Party Wall, RAAC, The Building Safety Act etc. Own the process of obtaining relevant and necessary technical details, specifications and information necessary to aid the preparation of store Capex. Alongside and in collaboration with Commercial Construction, input, guide and assist in the preparation of documents for Capex, Final Approval Form and the Agreement to Lease. Negotiate directly with Landlords surveyors to obtain best value and construction detail to achieve or exceed the standards proposed in the Heads of Terms. Liaise directly with internal and external Lawyers in the review of AFL's and Lease agreements for new stores, expansions, downsizes and ad-hoc projects where Landlord interfaces are required, advising where needed on technical elements. Monitor the Landlords works on site to ensure compliance with the Shell Specification and Lease Agreement, ensuring progress is monitored in a formal manner by issuing weekly progress reports. Ensure relevant documents are provided by the Landlord at Practical Completion. Coordinate and act as primary contact for both internal and external technical teams in the obtaining of Landlords approvals for shop fit proposals and provide licence documents as required. Represent TJX in formal access meetings with the Landlord on access and handover of the unit to TJX Construction team. Ensure landlords defects are highlighted, recorded and rectified in a timely manner with close monitoring and reporting. Act as primary contact for the TJX Construction team for any interface with Landlord should issues arise during fit out. Liaise with internal TJX Utilities and Energy teams in arranging installation of utility supply meters or Change of Tenancy agreements. Key Skills, Knowledge & Experience Negotiation and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with stakeholders and resolve issues with proficiently. Ability to foresee risk and plan projects in a proactive and professional manner. Fluency in the English language with the ability to draft reports and communications effectively, efficiently and proactively. HNC/HND and/or Degree level qualification relevant within the Construction industry e.g. Building Surveying, Construction, Project or Programme Management, Engineering or Built Environment. 1-2 years of post graduate experience preferred. Flexible, agile & able to prioritise. Excellent communication, negotiation & influencing skills. Able to collaborate in an inclusive culture. Confident networker & diplomatic communicator with an ability to build lasting relationships across geographies & functions. Able to work under own initiative & time critical conditions. Agile and adaptable, able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Extensive travel within the UK and ROI will be required, along with willingness to travel to our European markets should workload require. Full driving licence required. You must have the legal right to work in the country you are applying to. Closing date for all applications 19th February 2026. As proud as we are of our past success, it's our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation. Address: 73 Clarendon Road Location: EUR Home Office Watford GB
Job Title: Graduate Scheme Location: Sharston, Manchester, M22 4SN Salary: £26,000 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent Start Date: 13th April 2026 About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. Our Graduate Scheme has been awarded the Princess Royal Training Award. This award recognises our exceptional commitment to learning and development and its positive impact on the organisation and people. We now also offer training from the incredible Matthew Fowler for developing a growth mindset, psychological resilience and emotional intelligence. Giving you the skills to be the best version of your self in law. We set you up to succeed: The focus of our award-winning Graduate Scheme is to provide you with a solid foundation to launch your legal career. You start with 5 weeks of initial training, which is everything from black letter law all the way through to support during initial tasks (witness statements, claim form drafting) and communicating with clients. Once you are in the department, the support doesn't stop; you have a weekly supervisor meeting, which is there for you to lead on work and ask questions you want guidance on. You also have a Buddy in the department to help you too. We deliver on progression: We are so proud of the progression at Express Solicitors, we wanted to share the success by numbers: 100% of our Trainee Solicitors came from our Graduate Scheme. The average time from the Graduate Scheme to SQE/TC is within 6 - 15 months of starting with Express Solicitors. We work hard and play hard: Law has always been seen as a challenging profession. Express Solicitors expect you to work hard for our clients. But we also love to have fun, with regular department socials, yearly Christmas parties (paid for by the business) and every other year a summer social at the CEO's house paid for by James, himself. We also have lots of other regular activities, with weekly football and netball games, a running club and a board game night. About the Role: For your first five weeks at Express Solicitors, you will be in our training suite, where we offer bespoke training on black letter law, soft skills and case management. After this solid foundation, you will move to your designated department, where the real work begins, applying your skills as a Litigation Assistant. You will assist an existing fee earner on their case load, getting involved directly with legal tasks and liaising with clients. What we offer you: 12 weeks of tailored training to ensure you're a successful Paralegal. Three appraisals per year and weekly meetings with your supervisor to guide you. Salary - £26,000 per annum. Hours - 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday - Thursday with a 5 pm finish on Friday (39.5 hours.) Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after 4 -6 months 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget What are we looking for? Aspiring Personal Injury Paralegals with strong legal academic achievements (LLB, GDL, LLM, LPC or equivalent). Full-time availability is required from 13th April 2026 and that no leave is required for the first 12 weeks. Closing date for applications are 31st March 2026 at 9 am. No legal work experience necessary. Passionate about being a lawyer and helping injured people. Recruitment Process: Our interview process is two stages. The first stage is a one-way pre-recorded video interview (done in your own time) and then a face-to-face MS teams interview. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Newly Qualified Solicitor, Law Graduate, Junior Solicitor, Lawyer, Solicitor, Housing Disrepair Lawyer, Housing Disrepair Caseworker, Legal Assistant may also be considered for this role.
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Graduate Scheme Location: Sharston, Manchester, M22 4SN Salary: £26,000 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent Start Date: 13th April 2026 About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. Our Graduate Scheme has been awarded the Princess Royal Training Award. This award recognises our exceptional commitment to learning and development and its positive impact on the organisation and people. We now also offer training from the incredible Matthew Fowler for developing a growth mindset, psychological resilience and emotional intelligence. Giving you the skills to be the best version of your self in law. We set you up to succeed: The focus of our award-winning Graduate Scheme is to provide you with a solid foundation to launch your legal career. You start with 5 weeks of initial training, which is everything from black letter law all the way through to support during initial tasks (witness statements, claim form drafting) and communicating with clients. Once you are in the department, the support doesn't stop; you have a weekly supervisor meeting, which is there for you to lead on work and ask questions you want guidance on. You also have a Buddy in the department to help you too. We deliver on progression: We are so proud of the progression at Express Solicitors, we wanted to share the success by numbers: 100% of our Trainee Solicitors came from our Graduate Scheme. The average time from the Graduate Scheme to SQE/TC is within 6 - 15 months of starting with Express Solicitors. We work hard and play hard: Law has always been seen as a challenging profession. Express Solicitors expect you to work hard for our clients. But we also love to have fun, with regular department socials, yearly Christmas parties (paid for by the business) and every other year a summer social at the CEO's house paid for by James, himself. We also have lots of other regular activities, with weekly football and netball games, a running club and a board game night. About the Role: For your first five weeks at Express Solicitors, you will be in our training suite, where we offer bespoke training on black letter law, soft skills and case management. After this solid foundation, you will move to your designated department, where the real work begins, applying your skills as a Litigation Assistant. You will assist an existing fee earner on their case load, getting involved directly with legal tasks and liaising with clients. What we offer you: 12 weeks of tailored training to ensure you're a successful Paralegal. Three appraisals per year and weekly meetings with your supervisor to guide you. Salary - £26,000 per annum. Hours - 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday - Thursday with a 5 pm finish on Friday (39.5 hours.) Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after 4 -6 months 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget What are we looking for? Aspiring Personal Injury Paralegals with strong legal academic achievements (LLB, GDL, LLM, LPC or equivalent). Full-time availability is required from 13th April 2026 and that no leave is required for the first 12 weeks. Closing date for applications are 31st March 2026 at 9 am. No legal work experience necessary. Passionate about being a lawyer and helping injured people. Recruitment Process: Our interview process is two stages. The first stage is a one-way pre-recorded video interview (done in your own time) and then a face-to-face MS teams interview. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Newly Qualified Solicitor, Law Graduate, Junior Solicitor, Lawyer, Solicitor, Housing Disrepair Lawyer, Housing Disrepair Caseworker, Legal Assistant may also be considered for this role.
Overview TLT is a place where ambition and drive really matter. We want lawyers that push boundaries, ask questions and can solve complex problems. Our training programme puts you at the heart of the action, you'll work on live projects and forge a career that rewards you. This is your opportunity to push boundaries, question convention, and solve complex problems. As you build your skills, you can decide where your career takes you. You'll be part of an open and collaborative team where you can approach anyone for a conversation and get involved in causes that you care about. Our training contract gives you the opportunity to grow your legal knowledge and business development experience. It's all about giving you real work, creating real results and getting recognition for your achievements. Rotations and Practice Areas We work with clients from the Clean Energy, Digital, Financial Services, Leisure, Food & Drink, Public Sector, Real Estate and Retail & Consumer Goods sectors. You will work in four different parts of our firm for six months each. This four-seat rotation process, including a contentious seat, gives you a fantastic opportunity to really experience the way we work and helps you to become an informed business advisor. Training and Supervision Your supervisor will work with you to boost your technical legal knowledge and sharpen your commercial instincts. Alongside your in-seat training, our Trainee Development Workshops will help you develop the right mindset for success as well as the focus and resilience you need for a career in law. Culture and Approach We're successful because we challenge convention and don't let tradition stand in our way. We're proud to do things differently. Individual thinking matters to us. We trust you to deliver great work for great clients, whatever your role. Location/Applications Applicants in Scotland should apply through our Vacation Scheme. Qualifications and Requirements Our minimum requirements are: Penultimate year/final year law student/law graduate; or Graduate from any non-law discipline enrolled in/completed PGDL; or SQE 1 and/or 2 complete 2:1 degree (obtained or predicted) Candidates with LPC completed are also encouraged to apply, please list this under postgraduate qualifications on your application form if candidates have successfully completed the SQE then the PGDL is not a requirement. We accept applications from graduates who may require visa sponsorship to work in the UK. Eligibility for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa is subject to specific criteria set by the UK Home Office. Please review the FAQs on our Early Careers website for more information. (Early careers - open the door to a career in law - TLT LLP) About TLT Fast paced, fast growing and forward thinking, TLT is the law firm that helps clients stay one step ahead, and we do the same for our people. We work with high profile clients in innovative sectors. With local, national and international reach, we have over 1,900 people in offices across the UK and a network of partner firms across Europe, India and the US. Our purpose is to protect, prepare and progress our clients for what comes next and it's essential that we do the same for our people, our planet and our communities too. In our open and collaborative culture, we encourage everyone to be their whole self, to have a voice and to contribute. Benefits We value our employees highly and we want you to feel valued. You'll receive a competitive salary with an annual pay review. You will also have access to an extensive range of benefits via our flexible benefits scheme including 25 days holiday (which will increase to 30 days based upon length of service) and private medical insurance. At TLT we have a progressive fully flexible working approach. We empower our people to work in a place and at a time that meets their needs, those of their clients and of the wider team and firm. Part of this agile approach is a focus on hybrid working and supporting the work/life balance of our people. Diversity and Inclusion TLT is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment and encourages applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of disability, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by the laws in the locations in which we operate. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments, where necessary, to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you require any reasonable adjustments, please reach out to us on .
Feb 02, 2026
Full time
Overview TLT is a place where ambition and drive really matter. We want lawyers that push boundaries, ask questions and can solve complex problems. Our training programme puts you at the heart of the action, you'll work on live projects and forge a career that rewards you. This is your opportunity to push boundaries, question convention, and solve complex problems. As you build your skills, you can decide where your career takes you. You'll be part of an open and collaborative team where you can approach anyone for a conversation and get involved in causes that you care about. Our training contract gives you the opportunity to grow your legal knowledge and business development experience. It's all about giving you real work, creating real results and getting recognition for your achievements. Rotations and Practice Areas We work with clients from the Clean Energy, Digital, Financial Services, Leisure, Food & Drink, Public Sector, Real Estate and Retail & Consumer Goods sectors. You will work in four different parts of our firm for six months each. This four-seat rotation process, including a contentious seat, gives you a fantastic opportunity to really experience the way we work and helps you to become an informed business advisor. Training and Supervision Your supervisor will work with you to boost your technical legal knowledge and sharpen your commercial instincts. Alongside your in-seat training, our Trainee Development Workshops will help you develop the right mindset for success as well as the focus and resilience you need for a career in law. Culture and Approach We're successful because we challenge convention and don't let tradition stand in our way. We're proud to do things differently. Individual thinking matters to us. We trust you to deliver great work for great clients, whatever your role. Location/Applications Applicants in Scotland should apply through our Vacation Scheme. Qualifications and Requirements Our minimum requirements are: Penultimate year/final year law student/law graduate; or Graduate from any non-law discipline enrolled in/completed PGDL; or SQE 1 and/or 2 complete 2:1 degree (obtained or predicted) Candidates with LPC completed are also encouraged to apply, please list this under postgraduate qualifications on your application form if candidates have successfully completed the SQE then the PGDL is not a requirement. We accept applications from graduates who may require visa sponsorship to work in the UK. Eligibility for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa is subject to specific criteria set by the UK Home Office. Please review the FAQs on our Early Careers website for more information. (Early careers - open the door to a career in law - TLT LLP) About TLT Fast paced, fast growing and forward thinking, TLT is the law firm that helps clients stay one step ahead, and we do the same for our people. We work with high profile clients in innovative sectors. With local, national and international reach, we have over 1,900 people in offices across the UK and a network of partner firms across Europe, India and the US. Our purpose is to protect, prepare and progress our clients for what comes next and it's essential that we do the same for our people, our planet and our communities too. In our open and collaborative culture, we encourage everyone to be their whole self, to have a voice and to contribute. Benefits We value our employees highly and we want you to feel valued. You'll receive a competitive salary with an annual pay review. You will also have access to an extensive range of benefits via our flexible benefits scheme including 25 days holiday (which will increase to 30 days based upon length of service) and private medical insurance. At TLT we have a progressive fully flexible working approach. We empower our people to work in a place and at a time that meets their needs, those of their clients and of the wider team and firm. Part of this agile approach is a focus on hybrid working and supporting the work/life balance of our people. Diversity and Inclusion TLT is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment and encourages applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of disability, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by the laws in the locations in which we operate. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments, where necessary, to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you require any reasonable adjustments, please reach out to us on .