Location: Belfast Workplace: Hybrid The opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer with 4-6 years PQE to join our market leading Employment Practice in our newly established team in Belfast working primarily with our London team but also across the region and the globe. Our Employment team work with our clients on the full range of domestic and international employment issues. We work with a broad range of blue chip and global clients across a range of sectors, including financial services, TMT, pharmaceutical, transport, consumer and retail. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new team in Belfast working alongside and as an integral part of the London team handling high quality, varied and interesting work. This will include global projects and transactions, high profile domestic instructions, complex litigation, and strategic HR advisory work. Working at Baker McKenzie: Baker McKenzie is the world's leading law firm with offices all over the world. Our Belfast Centre is home to over 400 colleagues in both legal and professional services. We offer one of the best workplace benefits packages in the business with comprehensive private health cover, income protection, life assurance and a full employee assistance plan. These and a host of other benefits make us one of the most desirable companies to work for in Belfast. We are committed to promoting inclusion, diversity, and equity for all and are confident we can provide a career as individual and as exceptional as you. About the role: As part of this role, the successful candidate will: Responsibilities: Examples of matters you may be involved in include: Transactions: Advising on diligence reviews and preparing diligence reports; Co-ordinating multi-jurisdictional disclosure schedules; Advising on global business carve outs in advance of sales and post-acquisition integrations; Advising on when TUPE applies and relevant consequences, for example, protection against dismissal, changing terms and conditions, the election of worker representatives and protective awards; Advising on TUPE information and consultation requirements; Drafting and negotiating relevant provisions in core transactional documentation and advising on other associated transactional matters as required Redundancy: Advising on when a redundancy situation arises and requirements of individual and collective redundancy procedures; Advising on domestic issues such as pooling and the application of appropriate selection criteria. Multi-jurisdictional projects: Being part of a team working on global or multi-jurisdictional projects, such as restructuring exercises, global policy or contract reviews, pay equity reviews and other compliance projects; Co-ordinating and reviewing global advice to prepare centralised advice to clients. Litigation: Working on Employment Tribunal claims, including unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing and equal pay claims; Managing and conducting disclosure exercises; Preparing ET3 forms, Grounds of Resistance and witness statements; Advising on and negotiating settlements; Advising on the enforceability of restrictive covenants. Investigations: Conducting fact finding investigations into employee allegations, including grievances and whistleblowing allegations; Advising on investigation procedures including scoping. Data Subject Access Requests: Preparing data privacy notices; Advising on applicable search terms in response to data subject access requests; Reviewing and redacting documents as required. Travel requirements: Some travel may be required. Essential Criteria: To be successful in this role you will need: Skills and Experience: Qualified solicitor In Northern Ireland and/or England and Wales with excellent academics and demonstrable employment experience gained from a leading employment practice. Good commercial mind-set, a strong team player and have the ability to build excellent relationships with clients. Ability to work well in a team with others of various experience levels as well as individually. Sound commercial awareness and a "client first" service orientation Ability to set high standards of performance and deliver desired results. A "self-starter" who is collaborative, pragmatic, commercial, and adaptable in their approach. Ability to balance work priorities and manage deadlines effectively About us: At Baker McKenzie we are different in the way we think, work and behave. With our team of 13,000 people, including over 6,500 locally admitted lawyers, in over 70 offices worldwide, we have a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities and are committed to world-class career development to everyone in every job at every level. Baker McKenzie can offer you both the uncompromising commitment to excellence expected of a top firm paired with a passionately global and genuinely collaborative working environment.
Jan 10, 2026
Full time
Location: Belfast Workplace: Hybrid The opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer with 4-6 years PQE to join our market leading Employment Practice in our newly established team in Belfast working primarily with our London team but also across the region and the globe. Our Employment team work with our clients on the full range of domestic and international employment issues. We work with a broad range of blue chip and global clients across a range of sectors, including financial services, TMT, pharmaceutical, transport, consumer and retail. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new team in Belfast working alongside and as an integral part of the London team handling high quality, varied and interesting work. This will include global projects and transactions, high profile domestic instructions, complex litigation, and strategic HR advisory work. Working at Baker McKenzie: Baker McKenzie is the world's leading law firm with offices all over the world. Our Belfast Centre is home to over 400 colleagues in both legal and professional services. We offer one of the best workplace benefits packages in the business with comprehensive private health cover, income protection, life assurance and a full employee assistance plan. These and a host of other benefits make us one of the most desirable companies to work for in Belfast. We are committed to promoting inclusion, diversity, and equity for all and are confident we can provide a career as individual and as exceptional as you. About the role: As part of this role, the successful candidate will: Responsibilities: Examples of matters you may be involved in include: Transactions: Advising on diligence reviews and preparing diligence reports; Co-ordinating multi-jurisdictional disclosure schedules; Advising on global business carve outs in advance of sales and post-acquisition integrations; Advising on when TUPE applies and relevant consequences, for example, protection against dismissal, changing terms and conditions, the election of worker representatives and protective awards; Advising on TUPE information and consultation requirements; Drafting and negotiating relevant provisions in core transactional documentation and advising on other associated transactional matters as required Redundancy: Advising on when a redundancy situation arises and requirements of individual and collective redundancy procedures; Advising on domestic issues such as pooling and the application of appropriate selection criteria. Multi-jurisdictional projects: Being part of a team working on global or multi-jurisdictional projects, such as restructuring exercises, global policy or contract reviews, pay equity reviews and other compliance projects; Co-ordinating and reviewing global advice to prepare centralised advice to clients. Litigation: Working on Employment Tribunal claims, including unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing and equal pay claims; Managing and conducting disclosure exercises; Preparing ET3 forms, Grounds of Resistance and witness statements; Advising on and negotiating settlements; Advising on the enforceability of restrictive covenants. Investigations: Conducting fact finding investigations into employee allegations, including grievances and whistleblowing allegations; Advising on investigation procedures including scoping. Data Subject Access Requests: Preparing data privacy notices; Advising on applicable search terms in response to data subject access requests; Reviewing and redacting documents as required. Travel requirements: Some travel may be required. Essential Criteria: To be successful in this role you will need: Skills and Experience: Qualified solicitor In Northern Ireland and/or England and Wales with excellent academics and demonstrable employment experience gained from a leading employment practice. Good commercial mind-set, a strong team player and have the ability to build excellent relationships with clients. Ability to work well in a team with others of various experience levels as well as individually. Sound commercial awareness and a "client first" service orientation Ability to set high standards of performance and deliver desired results. A "self-starter" who is collaborative, pragmatic, commercial, and adaptable in their approach. Ability to balance work priorities and manage deadlines effectively About us: At Baker McKenzie we are different in the way we think, work and behave. With our team of 13,000 people, including over 6,500 locally admitted lawyers, in over 70 offices worldwide, we have a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities and are committed to world-class career development to everyone in every job at every level. Baker McKenzie can offer you both the uncompromising commitment to excellence expected of a top firm paired with a passionately global and genuinely collaborative working environment.
JOB DESCRIPTION Stephenson Harwood LLP 2025 WHAT WE WILL OFFER We will offer you a place where you can be yourself and where there are no limits on what you can achieve. With us, you can take ownership of your career and have honest conversations throughout. You would join an ambitious firm with a clear strategy for profitable growth where you can gain early responsibility and early involvement in growing the business. Here you can expect a competitive and fair reward as well as recognition based on all round performance. This forms part of our internal promise to you, The Deal, between the firm and its employees. YOU CAN EXPECT A competitive salary and a host of family friendly policies Life assurance, private health and dental care for you and your family A range of flexible benefits including gym discount and retail vouchers Tech, cycle and electric car schemes We support the causes you care about, by giving you one day per year off to volunteer with any charity that you are involved with outside of work. A wellbeing strategy that focuses on preventative measures to maintain overall health, and tools and support for when our people experience physical or mental difficulties. The strategy focuses on four pillars: physical, emotional, financial and social aspects. Most of our roles are hybrid, meaning that colleagues benefit from working in our office and remotely. We are happy to discuss this and other flexible working arrangements with you as part of the application and interview process. We are an equal opportunity organisation, committed to having a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture, or any other protected characteristics. We aim to create a culture where everyone can be themselves and is valued for their strengths and unique perspectives. JOB TITLE Knowledge Development Lawyer (KDL) DEPARTMENT Pensions REPORTING TO Stephen Richards and Estella Bogira, Partners LOCATION 1 Finsbury Circus, London EC2M 7SH If you require this document in an accessible format (e.g. large print), please contact TEAM STRUCTURE By drawing together a large group of specialists each with a wide range of experience, we can develop individual solutions to our clients' pensions issues. We are based in one location so that we can work together to develop solutions to complex problems. Whilst we are often involved in cutting edge pensions law, we are also known for our practical, commercial and plain advice on the day to day pension issues. We don't over complicate the complicated. Our pensions team also provides pensions advice to individuals and advice to employers and trustees operating overseas pension arrangements. Highly ranked in the Legal 500, with a Tier 1 contentious pensions team and Tier 2 advisory team. We are looking to recruit a Knowledge Development Lawyer on a permanent basis. The candidate should be engaged, have a strong interest in pensions know how and want to be part of a high performing Pensions Advisory Practise with a strong team ethos. Our team of experts have helped trustee boards, employers, charities, institutions, individuals and public bodies with their pensions issues. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Technical legal expertise - Maintaining your own and the team's cutting edge knowledge of law and practice as it relates to Pensions including keeping the team and other relevant practice groups up to date with legal and market developments through training, organising team meetings, preparing current awareness updates, responding to technical queries and creating guidance notes and precedents; horizon scanning to identify thought leadership opportunities and trends to help the team attract new clients, develop their profile in the international market and suggest innovative ways of delivering services more efficiently to clients; providing direct support on client matters, where appropriate. Client facing activities - Working with partners and other fee earners to ensure relevant and appropriate legal developments are communicated to the firm's clients in a coherent, proactive and timely manner through drafting legal updates and briefings and co ordinating client seminars, including carrying out research, preparing slides and materials, and presenting/organising speakers, as appropriate; representing the team in external professional networks/activities. Legal training - Identifying relevant topics and training needs for the pension group and designing and presenting sessions (where appropriate), organising speakers (including external speakers where relevant), ensuring that fee earners outside London and in other relevant practice groups can effectively consume the training, overseeing arrangements and monitoring attendance. Standard forms/precedents - Developing and maintaining key precedents and clause libraries for the pension group. Knowledge management - Working with the teams to implement procedures to capture, develop, store and maintain the groups' know how resources, including precedents/examples of previous advice, and helping to maintain user friendly know how banks in Sherlock (the firm's global knowledge repository) and to populate the groups' know how folders. Know how delivery systems - Developing and maintaining the team's intranet pages and social media presence; working with the Legal Information Officers to configure news aggregation tools so the appropriate underlying information sources are tailored for the pension group. Collaboration and innovation - Co ordinating with other practice groups to arrange cross departmental training and current awareness to keep the teams updated on relevant developments in other areas; mentoring junior members of the team in establishing and maintaining efficient and profitable working practices, including working with the partners and our Innovation team to monitor developments and implement appropriate changes to the way we deliver client service. Collaboration with BD - Working with the Business Development team to provide input on the legal aspects of pitch and other marketing documents. Miscellaneous - participating in regular meetings of the firm's global KDLs; being a champion and ambassador for rolling out new know how systems and encouraging use of existing systems by the pension group, including conducting inductions of new joiners. Current awareness - Assisting with drafting and formatting current awareness bulletins on Pension topics including specialist sub groups. Enquiries - Carrying out legal research on questions raised by fee earners (mainly in London but also overseas) using external electronic research services (Practical Law, Lexis Library, Westlaw, etc.) and our internal resources and presenting the results in a user friendly way. Responding to information retrieval requests using internal and external resources/sources. Precedents - Assisting with the maintenance of the standard form precedents and guidance notes in the Pension practice in order to keep them up to date. Know how management - Assisting with the development, implementation and support for processes for efficiently gathering and updating know how in Sherlock, the firm's knowledge platform (including setting up know how folders and knowledge trees and gathering know how at team meetings, during floorwalks and through know how contribution schemes). Meetings support - Assisting with administration of group know how meetings (including drafting agendas, taking meeting notes and following up action points). System testing - Participating in testing of modified and new knowledge delivery systems as a "super user". Keeping up to date - Keeping abreast of emerging issues in pensions and becoming familiar with other key pension resources. ATTRIBUTES / SKILLS REQUIRED Demonstrates the Stephenson Harwood values of individuality, commitment, teamwork and straight talking Cooperative and collaborative in approach and is able to develop excellent working relationships at all levels and roles Commercial awareness and client focused approach High professional standards with commitment to quality work product Excellent drafting, research and presentation skills. Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail Understanding of different learning styles Resilient with the ability to handle set backs and pressure Self motivated, flexible and proactive Ability to acquire, consolidate and apply fundamental and up to date knowledge of the law and market practice Active participant in self development Lateral thinker with initiative to establish, implement and complete projects Comfortable with IT Highly organised and able to work to deadlines with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and prioritise realistically Personality to make an impact in the team, excellent communicator and comfortable with interacting with and presenting to colleagues at all levels This job description is indicative only and does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The firm reserves the right to alter or change the responsibilities at any time, in line with the firm's strategy and business needs.
Jan 10, 2026
Full time
JOB DESCRIPTION Stephenson Harwood LLP 2025 WHAT WE WILL OFFER We will offer you a place where you can be yourself and where there are no limits on what you can achieve. With us, you can take ownership of your career and have honest conversations throughout. You would join an ambitious firm with a clear strategy for profitable growth where you can gain early responsibility and early involvement in growing the business. Here you can expect a competitive and fair reward as well as recognition based on all round performance. This forms part of our internal promise to you, The Deal, between the firm and its employees. YOU CAN EXPECT A competitive salary and a host of family friendly policies Life assurance, private health and dental care for you and your family A range of flexible benefits including gym discount and retail vouchers Tech, cycle and electric car schemes We support the causes you care about, by giving you one day per year off to volunteer with any charity that you are involved with outside of work. A wellbeing strategy that focuses on preventative measures to maintain overall health, and tools and support for when our people experience physical or mental difficulties. The strategy focuses on four pillars: physical, emotional, financial and social aspects. Most of our roles are hybrid, meaning that colleagues benefit from working in our office and remotely. We are happy to discuss this and other flexible working arrangements with you as part of the application and interview process. We are an equal opportunity organisation, committed to having a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture, or any other protected characteristics. We aim to create a culture where everyone can be themselves and is valued for their strengths and unique perspectives. JOB TITLE Knowledge Development Lawyer (KDL) DEPARTMENT Pensions REPORTING TO Stephen Richards and Estella Bogira, Partners LOCATION 1 Finsbury Circus, London EC2M 7SH If you require this document in an accessible format (e.g. large print), please contact TEAM STRUCTURE By drawing together a large group of specialists each with a wide range of experience, we can develop individual solutions to our clients' pensions issues. We are based in one location so that we can work together to develop solutions to complex problems. Whilst we are often involved in cutting edge pensions law, we are also known for our practical, commercial and plain advice on the day to day pension issues. We don't over complicate the complicated. Our pensions team also provides pensions advice to individuals and advice to employers and trustees operating overseas pension arrangements. Highly ranked in the Legal 500, with a Tier 1 contentious pensions team and Tier 2 advisory team. We are looking to recruit a Knowledge Development Lawyer on a permanent basis. The candidate should be engaged, have a strong interest in pensions know how and want to be part of a high performing Pensions Advisory Practise with a strong team ethos. Our team of experts have helped trustee boards, employers, charities, institutions, individuals and public bodies with their pensions issues. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Technical legal expertise - Maintaining your own and the team's cutting edge knowledge of law and practice as it relates to Pensions including keeping the team and other relevant practice groups up to date with legal and market developments through training, organising team meetings, preparing current awareness updates, responding to technical queries and creating guidance notes and precedents; horizon scanning to identify thought leadership opportunities and trends to help the team attract new clients, develop their profile in the international market and suggest innovative ways of delivering services more efficiently to clients; providing direct support on client matters, where appropriate. Client facing activities - Working with partners and other fee earners to ensure relevant and appropriate legal developments are communicated to the firm's clients in a coherent, proactive and timely manner through drafting legal updates and briefings and co ordinating client seminars, including carrying out research, preparing slides and materials, and presenting/organising speakers, as appropriate; representing the team in external professional networks/activities. Legal training - Identifying relevant topics and training needs for the pension group and designing and presenting sessions (where appropriate), organising speakers (including external speakers where relevant), ensuring that fee earners outside London and in other relevant practice groups can effectively consume the training, overseeing arrangements and monitoring attendance. Standard forms/precedents - Developing and maintaining key precedents and clause libraries for the pension group. Knowledge management - Working with the teams to implement procedures to capture, develop, store and maintain the groups' know how resources, including precedents/examples of previous advice, and helping to maintain user friendly know how banks in Sherlock (the firm's global knowledge repository) and to populate the groups' know how folders. Know how delivery systems - Developing and maintaining the team's intranet pages and social media presence; working with the Legal Information Officers to configure news aggregation tools so the appropriate underlying information sources are tailored for the pension group. Collaboration and innovation - Co ordinating with other practice groups to arrange cross departmental training and current awareness to keep the teams updated on relevant developments in other areas; mentoring junior members of the team in establishing and maintaining efficient and profitable working practices, including working with the partners and our Innovation team to monitor developments and implement appropriate changes to the way we deliver client service. Collaboration with BD - Working with the Business Development team to provide input on the legal aspects of pitch and other marketing documents. Miscellaneous - participating in regular meetings of the firm's global KDLs; being a champion and ambassador for rolling out new know how systems and encouraging use of existing systems by the pension group, including conducting inductions of new joiners. Current awareness - Assisting with drafting and formatting current awareness bulletins on Pension topics including specialist sub groups. Enquiries - Carrying out legal research on questions raised by fee earners (mainly in London but also overseas) using external electronic research services (Practical Law, Lexis Library, Westlaw, etc.) and our internal resources and presenting the results in a user friendly way. Responding to information retrieval requests using internal and external resources/sources. Precedents - Assisting with the maintenance of the standard form precedents and guidance notes in the Pension practice in order to keep them up to date. Know how management - Assisting with the development, implementation and support for processes for efficiently gathering and updating know how in Sherlock, the firm's knowledge platform (including setting up know how folders and knowledge trees and gathering know how at team meetings, during floorwalks and through know how contribution schemes). Meetings support - Assisting with administration of group know how meetings (including drafting agendas, taking meeting notes and following up action points). System testing - Participating in testing of modified and new knowledge delivery systems as a "super user". Keeping up to date - Keeping abreast of emerging issues in pensions and becoming familiar with other key pension resources. ATTRIBUTES / SKILLS REQUIRED Demonstrates the Stephenson Harwood values of individuality, commitment, teamwork and straight talking Cooperative and collaborative in approach and is able to develop excellent working relationships at all levels and roles Commercial awareness and client focused approach High professional standards with commitment to quality work product Excellent drafting, research and presentation skills. Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail Understanding of different learning styles Resilient with the ability to handle set backs and pressure Self motivated, flexible and proactive Ability to acquire, consolidate and apply fundamental and up to date knowledge of the law and market practice Active participant in self development Lateral thinker with initiative to establish, implement and complete projects Comfortable with IT Highly organised and able to work to deadlines with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and prioritise realistically Personality to make an impact in the team, excellent communicator and comfortable with interacting with and presenting to colleagues at all levels This job description is indicative only and does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The firm reserves the right to alter or change the responsibilities at any time, in line with the firm's strategy and business needs.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our greatest asset is our people, so our HR team focus on ensuring we are all reaching our potential. They use their specialist expertise to help us attract great talent, enable our employees to succeed and inspire a unified culture of development across our firm. By playing a role in the recruitment and management of our people, they help change lives and influence the future of BDO. Join a driven and passionate team where you can be yourself, while also helping your colleagues to achieve their ambitions. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As the Employee Relations (ER) Lead, you will oversee the entire ER function at BDO, ensuring the delivery of high-quality ER services across the firm. You will lead a team of 13 ER professionals, including the Senior ER Manager, and work closely with senior leadership and Partners to support the business effectively. Your role will involve strategic planning, provide commercial guidance and support to the firm on risk mitigation, compliance, thought leadership on ER policy implementation ensuring the firm is proactive, maintaining or implementing ahead of trends alongside ownership of overall delivery of ER team activities. You'll also: Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the ER strategy in alignment with the firm's overall HR and business objectives. Lead the ER team, providing direction, support, and development opportunities to ensure high performance. Oversee complex case management/risk decisions and provide commercial guidance on high-risk ER issues. Ensure the ER team delivers timely and pragmatic advice and guidance to the business, ensuring realistic KPI's are set and objectives are clear. Ensure the team clearly understands their roles and responsibilities and takes ownership of their actions. Legislation, Policy and Compliance: Take full ownership of compliance with the firm's ER allocated ISQM risks and processes including relevant and timely inputs on Rhiza. Oversee the team's development and maintenance of ER policies and procedures, ensuring they are legally compliant and reflect best practices. Provide support and guidance to the Senior ER Manager in their responsibility for ensuring high quality, robust governance of ER processes and procedures, consulting with stakeholders as needed and reviewing as necessary. Ensure the team provide timely and quality responses to all Tribunal claims and ACAS Early Conciliation by ensuring appropriate consultation with lawyers and decision making escalation to Senior ER Manager and ER lead. Act as the final escalation point for ER team complex queries and risk-based decisions, being accountable for overall technical decision making within the team. Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Build strong, credible relationships, including with the Head of People, members of the People Culture Exec, the Firm's LT, Partners, HRLT and HR Generalist team acting as a trusted advisor on complex ER matters, providing strategic guidance on risks impacting the firm. Develop and apply commercial solutions to resolve business and employee issues. Work closely with senior members of internal Ethics, Risk and Legal on improving firm's culture and governance implementation, developing and maintaining measures to mitigate risk to the firm. Collaborate with the HR team and other departments to support firmwide and HR strategic projects. Take ownership of external relationships including external legal advisors and occupational health, to ensure strong commercial relationships to bring knowledge and best practices into the firm. Data and Analytics: Regularly review key themes and trends identified by the ER Senior Manager and produce data and analytics alongside providing pro-active solutions and recommendations to leadership on complex issues. Maintain and establish where relevant, key metrics to measure the effectiveness of the ER team and provide reports to key stakeholders on trends and areas for improvement and focus. Support the Senior ER Manager and ER Managers to ensure accurate data capture in the case management system to meet internal and regulatory reporting requirements. Training and Development: Coach and develop the ER Senior Manager and ER team where required, fostering a supportive and developmental culture. Identify ER team training needs and facilitate workshops or training sessions to ensure that the ER team has the necessary skills, knowledge, and behaviours to deliver the best service to the firm. Support the ER Senior Manager in implementing team-building events and a cohesive working environment. Develop and deliver training to business stakeholders on ER matters where relevant. You'll be someone with: Substantial experience of managing complex Employee Relations cases at senior level. Strong technical and current knowledge of employment law and best practice trends. Proven experience in building, developing, and leading a team. High emotional intelligence and a natural leader with a calm, patient, pragmatic and balanced approach to sensitive matters. Confident in creating and interpreting ER-related data, producing analysis, and presenting recommendations to leadership. Experience in developing continuous process improvement and encouraging new ways of working. Fully accountable for risk based decision-making in complex ER case management, including Employment Tribunals and TUPE. Gravitas to influence all seniority stakeholders with strong communication and influencing skills. Experience in a professional services and/or regulated environment is advantageous. Experience using Navex (Ethics point) as a case management system would also be desirable. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our greatest asset is our people, so our HR team focus on ensuring we are all reaching our potential. They use their specialist expertise to help us attract great talent, enable our employees to succeed and inspire a unified culture of development across our firm. By playing a role in the recruitment and management of our people, they help change lives and influence the future of BDO. Join a driven and passionate team where you can be yourself, while also helping your colleagues to achieve their ambitions. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As the Employee Relations (ER) Lead, you will oversee the entire ER function at BDO, ensuring the delivery of high-quality ER services across the firm. You will lead a team of 13 ER professionals, including the Senior ER Manager, and work closely with senior leadership and Partners to support the business effectively. Your role will involve strategic planning, provide commercial guidance and support to the firm on risk mitigation, compliance, thought leadership on ER policy implementation ensuring the firm is proactive, maintaining or implementing ahead of trends alongside ownership of overall delivery of ER team activities. You'll also: Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the ER strategy in alignment with the firm's overall HR and business objectives. Lead the ER team, providing direction, support, and development opportunities to ensure high performance. Oversee complex case management/risk decisions and provide commercial guidance on high-risk ER issues. Ensure the ER team delivers timely and pragmatic advice and guidance to the business, ensuring realistic KPI's are set and objectives are clear. Ensure the team clearly understands their roles and responsibilities and takes ownership of their actions. Legislation, Policy and Compliance: Take full ownership of compliance with the firm's ER allocated ISQM risks and processes including relevant and timely inputs on Rhiza. Oversee the team's development and maintenance of ER policies and procedures, ensuring they are legally compliant and reflect best practices. Provide support and guidance to the Senior ER Manager in their responsibility for ensuring high quality, robust governance of ER processes and procedures, consulting with stakeholders as needed and reviewing as necessary. Ensure the team provide timely and quality responses to all Tribunal claims and ACAS Early Conciliation by ensuring appropriate consultation with lawyers and decision making escalation to Senior ER Manager and ER lead. Act as the final escalation point for ER team complex queries and risk-based decisions, being accountable for overall technical decision making within the team. Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Build strong, credible relationships, including with the Head of People, members of the People Culture Exec, the Firm's LT, Partners, HRLT and HR Generalist team acting as a trusted advisor on complex ER matters, providing strategic guidance on risks impacting the firm. Develop and apply commercial solutions to resolve business and employee issues. Work closely with senior members of internal Ethics, Risk and Legal on improving firm's culture and governance implementation, developing and maintaining measures to mitigate risk to the firm. Collaborate with the HR team and other departments to support firmwide and HR strategic projects. Take ownership of external relationships including external legal advisors and occupational health, to ensure strong commercial relationships to bring knowledge and best practices into the firm. Data and Analytics: Regularly review key themes and trends identified by the ER Senior Manager and produce data and analytics alongside providing pro-active solutions and recommendations to leadership on complex issues. Maintain and establish where relevant, key metrics to measure the effectiveness of the ER team and provide reports to key stakeholders on trends and areas for improvement and focus. Support the Senior ER Manager and ER Managers to ensure accurate data capture in the case management system to meet internal and regulatory reporting requirements. Training and Development: Coach and develop the ER Senior Manager and ER team where required, fostering a supportive and developmental culture. Identify ER team training needs and facilitate workshops or training sessions to ensure that the ER team has the necessary skills, knowledge, and behaviours to deliver the best service to the firm. Support the ER Senior Manager in implementing team-building events and a cohesive working environment. Develop and deliver training to business stakeholders on ER matters where relevant. You'll be someone with: Substantial experience of managing complex Employee Relations cases at senior level. Strong technical and current knowledge of employment law and best practice trends. Proven experience in building, developing, and leading a team. High emotional intelligence and a natural leader with a calm, patient, pragmatic and balanced approach to sensitive matters. Confident in creating and interpreting ER-related data, producing analysis, and presenting recommendations to leadership. Experience in developing continuous process improvement and encouraging new ways of working. Fully accountable for risk based decision-making in complex ER case management, including Employment Tribunals and TUPE. Gravitas to influence all seniority stakeholders with strong communication and influencing skills. Experience in a professional services and/or regulated environment is advantageous. Experience using Navex (Ethics point) as a case management system would also be desirable. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Senior Executive (Manager), EY Parthenon, Strategy & Execution, Financial Restructuring, London Location: London At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. With huge amounts of economic disruption and uncertainty in today's market, companies and other organisations are facing real challenges to thrive or even survive. Having the right strategy in place to restructure or turn around an organisation can help turn adversity into opportunity. In Financial Restructuring we work with all types of stakeholders in critical situations to transform, create, preserve, or recover value. The Opportunity EY's Financial Restructuring team is one of the leading teams of its kind in the market, working with stressed and challenged businesses with a unique culture and position within the larger EY firm. FR is part of EY's Strategy & Transactions business, working with companies and stakeholders at times of change, and often at an exciting pace. TRS covers a number of different sub business units and geographies in the UK and you may have the opportunity to work across different teams in your career with TRS. Our clients can be companies, government bodies or financial stakeholders like lenders or shareholders. They might be on the brink of a crisis, or simply looking to build greater resilience into their business. In Financial Restructuring we work closely with our clients to deliver the financial and organisational solutions that enable them to adapt and succeed or minimise the downside risks that they are facing. The work involves understanding the drivers of value in a business and problem solving to manage the priorities of competing stakeholders. People who flourish in FR want to think broadly about what drives value in a company's performance and the factors that can drive underperformance or failure. Financial Restructuring is a growing team seeing a significant uptick in its market during 2024 and beyond for financial advisory, so there is real opportunity to develop and grow your career. Whilst we do work at pace at times, the team is a welcoming and inclusive place with a good balance of hybrid working and an enjoyable team environment, where you can bring your whole self to work. Your Key Responsibilities As a Restructuring Senior Executive in our London team, you'll manage the restructuring engagement by working closely with the Senior Manager / Partner to deliver best execution with our diverse range of clients. Depending on the size and type of project, you may be part of a large project team or lead a team yourself, working on deliverables, and driving the project to completion with all the support you need from peers and senior team members to help you learn and flourish in these roles. We'll want you to be active in establishing and nurturing relationships - both inside EY with different specialist teams across the firm, and externally - for example with client staff, lenders or lawyers - as relationship-building is an important and valued skill in Financial Restructuring. You will also fit in to our positive learning culture from day one. You will bring your existing skills/knowledge and coach people in these where that is relevant and applicable to our work, and you will be valued for your efforts to coach and counsel team members to help them develop. Skills and Attributes for Success Financial analysis and scenario modelling to support decision making and awareness of the key drivers of corporate failure or underperformance. Commercial acumen -using knowledge and insight gained from client work and apply your understanding of the wider business environment. Able to identify key issues on assignments and suggest workable solutions. Experienced in presenting findings clearly in reports and other deliverables to clients. Ability to share technical and other knowledge with the team drawing on previous experience and current learning. Demonstrate professionalism and confidence to deal with a range of stakeholder groups and management teams. Good project management skills, with the ability to manage more than one assignment at a time and yet still demonstrate quality and consistency of performance in every task. Adapt well to change and have a flexible and positive approach. Ideally, the right candidate would have experience of working on situations which have involved in-court restructuring solutions such as CVA, Restructuring Plans, Scheme of Arrangement etc, and Administration. Desire to support the people development of TRS - contributing to or leading training courses, recruitment, and team / wellbeing activities. Strong appreciation of risk management. To qualify for the role you must have Previous experience of working within a Restructuring environment Experience working on independent business reviews, cashflow forecasting for corporate or lender clients The ability to build strong internal relationships within Restructuring and across other services, and can actively participate in business development Skills or desire to be a good manager of people - coaching, providing feedback and performance reviews to junior staff. Appreciation of the risks inherent in advising distressed businesses and their stakeholders Ideally, you'll also have Experience working on large complex restructuring cases with multiple lenders or other stakeholders People development experience and can effectively supervise, coach and mentor staff Own network of contacts with work providers, or will understand how to build one What we look for We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, ambitious, and have a passion to be part of a fast-paced, successful transaction team where we encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work. Being a collaborative team player is also important as well as someone who is happy to work flexibly throughout a period of growth within Financial Restructuring. What we offer Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. Apply now. EY Building a better working world
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Executive (Manager), EY Parthenon, Strategy & Execution, Financial Restructuring, London Location: London At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. With huge amounts of economic disruption and uncertainty in today's market, companies and other organisations are facing real challenges to thrive or even survive. Having the right strategy in place to restructure or turn around an organisation can help turn adversity into opportunity. In Financial Restructuring we work with all types of stakeholders in critical situations to transform, create, preserve, or recover value. The Opportunity EY's Financial Restructuring team is one of the leading teams of its kind in the market, working with stressed and challenged businesses with a unique culture and position within the larger EY firm. FR is part of EY's Strategy & Transactions business, working with companies and stakeholders at times of change, and often at an exciting pace. TRS covers a number of different sub business units and geographies in the UK and you may have the opportunity to work across different teams in your career with TRS. Our clients can be companies, government bodies or financial stakeholders like lenders or shareholders. They might be on the brink of a crisis, or simply looking to build greater resilience into their business. In Financial Restructuring we work closely with our clients to deliver the financial and organisational solutions that enable them to adapt and succeed or minimise the downside risks that they are facing. The work involves understanding the drivers of value in a business and problem solving to manage the priorities of competing stakeholders. People who flourish in FR want to think broadly about what drives value in a company's performance and the factors that can drive underperformance or failure. Financial Restructuring is a growing team seeing a significant uptick in its market during 2024 and beyond for financial advisory, so there is real opportunity to develop and grow your career. Whilst we do work at pace at times, the team is a welcoming and inclusive place with a good balance of hybrid working and an enjoyable team environment, where you can bring your whole self to work. Your Key Responsibilities As a Restructuring Senior Executive in our London team, you'll manage the restructuring engagement by working closely with the Senior Manager / Partner to deliver best execution with our diverse range of clients. Depending on the size and type of project, you may be part of a large project team or lead a team yourself, working on deliverables, and driving the project to completion with all the support you need from peers and senior team members to help you learn and flourish in these roles. We'll want you to be active in establishing and nurturing relationships - both inside EY with different specialist teams across the firm, and externally - for example with client staff, lenders or lawyers - as relationship-building is an important and valued skill in Financial Restructuring. You will also fit in to our positive learning culture from day one. You will bring your existing skills/knowledge and coach people in these where that is relevant and applicable to our work, and you will be valued for your efforts to coach and counsel team members to help them develop. Skills and Attributes for Success Financial analysis and scenario modelling to support decision making and awareness of the key drivers of corporate failure or underperformance. Commercial acumen -using knowledge and insight gained from client work and apply your understanding of the wider business environment. Able to identify key issues on assignments and suggest workable solutions. Experienced in presenting findings clearly in reports and other deliverables to clients. Ability to share technical and other knowledge with the team drawing on previous experience and current learning. Demonstrate professionalism and confidence to deal with a range of stakeholder groups and management teams. Good project management skills, with the ability to manage more than one assignment at a time and yet still demonstrate quality and consistency of performance in every task. Adapt well to change and have a flexible and positive approach. Ideally, the right candidate would have experience of working on situations which have involved in-court restructuring solutions such as CVA, Restructuring Plans, Scheme of Arrangement etc, and Administration. Desire to support the people development of TRS - contributing to or leading training courses, recruitment, and team / wellbeing activities. Strong appreciation of risk management. To qualify for the role you must have Previous experience of working within a Restructuring environment Experience working on independent business reviews, cashflow forecasting for corporate or lender clients The ability to build strong internal relationships within Restructuring and across other services, and can actively participate in business development Skills or desire to be a good manager of people - coaching, providing feedback and performance reviews to junior staff. Appreciation of the risks inherent in advising distressed businesses and their stakeholders Ideally, you'll also have Experience working on large complex restructuring cases with multiple lenders or other stakeholders People development experience and can effectively supervise, coach and mentor staff Own network of contacts with work providers, or will understand how to build one What we look for We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, ambitious, and have a passion to be part of a fast-paced, successful transaction team where we encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work. Being a collaborative team player is also important as well as someone who is happy to work flexibly throughout a period of growth within Financial Restructuring. What we offer Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. Apply now. EY Building a better working world
Fund Finance Advisor - Project Execution & Lender Engagement Location London Term Full Time 120k Job Description About Us We are an award-winning financial services firm, listed on the London Stock Exchange and recognised by the Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in Europe. With over 300 employees across eight international offices, we support clients in more than 50 countries. Despite our success, we're still only at the beginning of our journey. Over 30% of our team are already shareholders, and we're committed to offering this opportunity to more people each year. Our strength lies in our people. We're passionate about empowering ambitious individuals who want to take their careers to the next level and be part of a fast-growing, exciting story. Role & Responsibilities This role focuses on leading project execution and lender engagement within the Fund Finance advisory team. Key responsibilities include: Leading and delivering Fund Finance advisory projects Managing the full financing process, from structuring through to close Conducting financial and non-financial analysis, due diligence, and documentation Building strong relationships with lenders, managers, lawyers, and fund administrators Supporting business growth through strategic planning and client pitches Representing the firm at industry events and conferences Skills & Requirements 4+ years' experience in fund finance (lender, borrower, or advisor) Strong communication skills with ability to win and manage clients Proven leadership qualities and ability to collaborate in a close-knit team Excellent attention to detail across project delivery Strong project and time management skills, able to handle multiple transactions at once Strong analytical ability What We Offer Transparent commission structure on deals worked on and closed Legendary corporate trips abroad Recognised as the "Top Coolest Office in Europe" Send us an email or give us a call to discuss your recruitment needs
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Fund Finance Advisor - Project Execution & Lender Engagement Location London Term Full Time 120k Job Description About Us We are an award-winning financial services firm, listed on the London Stock Exchange and recognised by the Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in Europe. With over 300 employees across eight international offices, we support clients in more than 50 countries. Despite our success, we're still only at the beginning of our journey. Over 30% of our team are already shareholders, and we're committed to offering this opportunity to more people each year. Our strength lies in our people. We're passionate about empowering ambitious individuals who want to take their careers to the next level and be part of a fast-growing, exciting story. Role & Responsibilities This role focuses on leading project execution and lender engagement within the Fund Finance advisory team. Key responsibilities include: Leading and delivering Fund Finance advisory projects Managing the full financing process, from structuring through to close Conducting financial and non-financial analysis, due diligence, and documentation Building strong relationships with lenders, managers, lawyers, and fund administrators Supporting business growth through strategic planning and client pitches Representing the firm at industry events and conferences Skills & Requirements 4+ years' experience in fund finance (lender, borrower, or advisor) Strong communication skills with ability to win and manage clients Proven leadership qualities and ability to collaborate in a close-knit team Excellent attention to detail across project delivery Strong project and time management skills, able to handle multiple transactions at once Strong analytical ability What We Offer Transparent commission structure on deals worked on and closed Legendary corporate trips abroad Recognised as the "Top Coolest Office in Europe" Send us an email or give us a call to discuss your recruitment needs
An opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Tax Manager to join a highly respected UK tax team in Cambridge. This Tax Manager role is ideal for a driven tax specialist who is looking to take on greater responsibility, contribute to the continued growth of the practice and step into a key leadership role in the future. As a Tax Manager you will be overseeing client relationships and acting as a Senior point of contact for all technical queries. This opportunity is to work with a recognised specialist across the UK and combine the knowledge of tax advisers, accountants and lawyers to deliver a comprehensive and forward thinking service. Key responsibilities within the role will include: Managing a broad portfolio of clients with complex personal and corporate tax matters Providing specialist advice on residence, domicile, capital gains and cross border issues Overseeing the delivery of both advisory projects and compliance work to ensure accuracy and technical excellence Leading, mentoring and developing a growing team of tax professionals Working closely with senior leadership on succession planning and long term strategic initiatives Identifying opportunities for added value tax planning and wider advisory support Supporting business development activities, helping to raise the profile of the tax team and the wider firm Qualifications and experience The successful candidate will hold the CTA qualification as a minimum and will have strong experience advising on UK residence issues and complex capital gains. Experience managing both advisory and compliance work, together with the ability to lead and motivate a team, will be desired but not essential.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
An opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Tax Manager to join a highly respected UK tax team in Cambridge. This Tax Manager role is ideal for a driven tax specialist who is looking to take on greater responsibility, contribute to the continued growth of the practice and step into a key leadership role in the future. As a Tax Manager you will be overseeing client relationships and acting as a Senior point of contact for all technical queries. This opportunity is to work with a recognised specialist across the UK and combine the knowledge of tax advisers, accountants and lawyers to deliver a comprehensive and forward thinking service. Key responsibilities within the role will include: Managing a broad portfolio of clients with complex personal and corporate tax matters Providing specialist advice on residence, domicile, capital gains and cross border issues Overseeing the delivery of both advisory projects and compliance work to ensure accuracy and technical excellence Leading, mentoring and developing a growing team of tax professionals Working closely with senior leadership on succession planning and long term strategic initiatives Identifying opportunities for added value tax planning and wider advisory support Supporting business development activities, helping to raise the profile of the tax team and the wider firm Qualifications and experience The successful candidate will hold the CTA qualification as a minimum and will have strong experience advising on UK residence issues and complex capital gains. Experience managing both advisory and compliance work, together with the ability to lead and motivate a team, will be desired but not essential.
Basis: Permanent, Full time 36 hours per week Location: Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh, or London (Hybrid - min. 2 days in office) or homeworking (UK). London-based employees receive an additional £3,217 London weighting. A £312 tax-free working from home allowance is also payable annually. About the Electoral Commission The Electoral Commission is the UK's independent body overseeing elections and regulating political finance. Everything we do is about ensuring trust, participation, and integrity in the democratic process. As we enter a bold new chapter under our five-year Corporate Plan, we are increasing our workforce and transforming how we plan and deliver core services. This post plays a central role in that journey. About the role We are currently seeking a number of full time, or equivalent, lawyers to join the Commission's Legal Team. As a UK-wide organisation, we welcome applications from lawyers qualified in any of the jurisdictions in the UK (England & Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland) to join our Legal Team. For this recruitment round we are particularly keen to encourage applications from lawyers based in Scotland, but applications from across the UK will be equally considered and the ultimate appointments will be based on merit. As a statutory body, the Commission relies on its Legal Team for high quality legal advice to advance its objectives and ensure it exercises its functions lawfully. You will provide high quality legal advice and assistance to the Commission including: advising on electoral law including during major political events such as UK Parliamentary General Elections, local elections, PCC elections, mayoral elections, referendums and elections for the devolved parliaments, advising on regulatory decisions and enforcement action affecting political parties and campaigners, working on proposed legislation and the implementation of new legislation, and advising on the Commission's wider legal obligations as a public body. Since the Commission operates in a niche area, we do not require or expect candidates to have experience of electoral law but experience of advisory work, statutory interpretation and public and administrative law will be essential. You will be supported by one of the Senior Lawyers and receive training in role. About the team You'll be joining the Legal Team, part of the Devolution and Law directorate. The team is currently comprised of a Head of Legal, a Legal Management Team of Senior Lawyers, Lawyers and a Legal Officer, under the Commission's General Counsel. We are a collaborative, supportive and solutions focused team that works closely with colleagues across the Commission. We pride ourselves on being approachable, responsive and innovative in the way we provide legal advice. Our work is high-profile and varied with electoral reform, the regulation of parties and candidates, and devolution all being hot topics across the whole of the UK. The work is interesting, intellectually challenging, and varied. Who we're looking for To be successful in this role, you will need to: be fully entitled to practice in England & Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland under the rules of the relevant national Law Society, Bar Council or Faculty of Advocates. This includes those dual qualified to also practice in any of the above jurisdictions. have experience of advisory work, statutory interpretation and administrative and public law. have strong legal analytical skills, a sound public law knowledge base and the ability confidently and effectively to interpret and apply new and complex legislation. For a full list of competencies, please refer to the job description and person specification. Why work for us? This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to democracy in the UK by providing high quality legal advice to the Commission. You'll gain exposure to high profile stakeholders, play a key role during major electoral events, and develop expertise in electoral law. We offer a strong total reward package, including: Flexible working and hybrid model (40% office minimum) 28 rising to 30 days annual leave + bank holidays Civil Service pension scheme (28.97% employer contribution) Study support for professional qualifications Ongoing learning and development opportunities Ride2Work, eye care vouchers and more How to apply We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. To help reduce unconscious bias and ensure all applicants are assessed solely on their skills, knowledge and experience, we use an anonymous recruitment process. When applying, please provide an anonymised CV which omits your protected characteristics and any personally identifiable information: Do not include: Your name, address, phone number, email or other contact details Your date of birth or age Gender, ethnicity, nationality or other personal identifiers A photo of yourself Remove educational dates as these are a clear indication of your age There is no requirement to include your primary education details. Do include: Your employment history including employers and dates of employment Explanation for gaps in your history Your duties, responsibilities and achievements If your CV contains personal details (such as your name or contact information), we will be unable to consider your application. Please double-check your documents before submitting, including the file name you use to save and upload your CV. Supporting disabled applicants The Electoral Commission is proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. As part of our commitment, we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants. If you have a disability and meet the minimum essential criteria listed in the job description, you will be offered an interview. To be considered under this scheme, please indicate this when you apply. We also welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace. Key dates Application deadline: 18 January 2026 (23:59). Interviews: Week commencing 2 February 2026. Interviews will be conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams. Shortlisted candidates will also be asked to undertake a written assessment.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Basis: Permanent, Full time 36 hours per week Location: Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh, or London (Hybrid - min. 2 days in office) or homeworking (UK). London-based employees receive an additional £3,217 London weighting. A £312 tax-free working from home allowance is also payable annually. About the Electoral Commission The Electoral Commission is the UK's independent body overseeing elections and regulating political finance. Everything we do is about ensuring trust, participation, and integrity in the democratic process. As we enter a bold new chapter under our five-year Corporate Plan, we are increasing our workforce and transforming how we plan and deliver core services. This post plays a central role in that journey. About the role We are currently seeking a number of full time, or equivalent, lawyers to join the Commission's Legal Team. As a UK-wide organisation, we welcome applications from lawyers qualified in any of the jurisdictions in the UK (England & Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland) to join our Legal Team. For this recruitment round we are particularly keen to encourage applications from lawyers based in Scotland, but applications from across the UK will be equally considered and the ultimate appointments will be based on merit. As a statutory body, the Commission relies on its Legal Team for high quality legal advice to advance its objectives and ensure it exercises its functions lawfully. You will provide high quality legal advice and assistance to the Commission including: advising on electoral law including during major political events such as UK Parliamentary General Elections, local elections, PCC elections, mayoral elections, referendums and elections for the devolved parliaments, advising on regulatory decisions and enforcement action affecting political parties and campaigners, working on proposed legislation and the implementation of new legislation, and advising on the Commission's wider legal obligations as a public body. Since the Commission operates in a niche area, we do not require or expect candidates to have experience of electoral law but experience of advisory work, statutory interpretation and public and administrative law will be essential. You will be supported by one of the Senior Lawyers and receive training in role. About the team You'll be joining the Legal Team, part of the Devolution and Law directorate. The team is currently comprised of a Head of Legal, a Legal Management Team of Senior Lawyers, Lawyers and a Legal Officer, under the Commission's General Counsel. We are a collaborative, supportive and solutions focused team that works closely with colleagues across the Commission. We pride ourselves on being approachable, responsive and innovative in the way we provide legal advice. Our work is high-profile and varied with electoral reform, the regulation of parties and candidates, and devolution all being hot topics across the whole of the UK. The work is interesting, intellectually challenging, and varied. Who we're looking for To be successful in this role, you will need to: be fully entitled to practice in England & Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland under the rules of the relevant national Law Society, Bar Council or Faculty of Advocates. This includes those dual qualified to also practice in any of the above jurisdictions. have experience of advisory work, statutory interpretation and administrative and public law. have strong legal analytical skills, a sound public law knowledge base and the ability confidently and effectively to interpret and apply new and complex legislation. For a full list of competencies, please refer to the job description and person specification. Why work for us? This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to democracy in the UK by providing high quality legal advice to the Commission. You'll gain exposure to high profile stakeholders, play a key role during major electoral events, and develop expertise in electoral law. We offer a strong total reward package, including: Flexible working and hybrid model (40% office minimum) 28 rising to 30 days annual leave + bank holidays Civil Service pension scheme (28.97% employer contribution) Study support for professional qualifications Ongoing learning and development opportunities Ride2Work, eye care vouchers and more How to apply We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. To help reduce unconscious bias and ensure all applicants are assessed solely on their skills, knowledge and experience, we use an anonymous recruitment process. When applying, please provide an anonymised CV which omits your protected characteristics and any personally identifiable information: Do not include: Your name, address, phone number, email or other contact details Your date of birth or age Gender, ethnicity, nationality or other personal identifiers A photo of yourself Remove educational dates as these are a clear indication of your age There is no requirement to include your primary education details. Do include: Your employment history including employers and dates of employment Explanation for gaps in your history Your duties, responsibilities and achievements If your CV contains personal details (such as your name or contact information), we will be unable to consider your application. Please double-check your documents before submitting, including the file name you use to save and upload your CV. Supporting disabled applicants The Electoral Commission is proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. As part of our commitment, we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants. If you have a disability and meet the minimum essential criteria listed in the job description, you will be offered an interview. To be considered under this scheme, please indicate this when you apply. We also welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace. Key dates Application deadline: 18 January 2026 (23:59). Interviews: Week commencing 2 February 2026. Interviews will be conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams. Shortlisted candidates will also be asked to undertake a written assessment.
Corporate Lawyer - 4+ PQE (UK) - Flexible Hours - Growing International Business Location: Cheshire (Hybrid working available) Hours: Full-time or part-time - flexible working arrangements considered Are you a corporate lawyer with at least 4 years' PQE gained in the UK, looking for a high-quality role without the long hours in private practice? This is a rare in-house opportunity to join an established, supportive legal team in a dynamic and acquisitive international business. Our client is a market-leading group with operations globally. They are on an exciting growth journey, with a strong track record of strategic acquisitions and organic expansion. You'll play a key role in supporting this growth, advising on corporate acquisitions and broader corporate matters across the UK and internationally. Why this role stands out: Work-life balance you can actually enjoy - choose full-time or part-time hours with flexible working options. Variety and quality of work - high-value M&A and corporate advisory work, without the billable hours pressure. An established, collaborative team - work alongside experienced in-house lawyers in a friendly, supportive environment. Impact and involvement - be part of a growing, forward-thinking business where your advice directly shapes commercial decisions. About you: - UK-qualified lawyer with at least 4 years' PQE in corporate law, gained in a major law firm or an in-house environment. - Solid grounding in M&A transactions; international experience desirable but not essential. - Commercially minded, adaptable, and confident working with a varied workload. Get in touch to discuss this rare in-house corporate role.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Corporate Lawyer - 4+ PQE (UK) - Flexible Hours - Growing International Business Location: Cheshire (Hybrid working available) Hours: Full-time or part-time - flexible working arrangements considered Are you a corporate lawyer with at least 4 years' PQE gained in the UK, looking for a high-quality role without the long hours in private practice? This is a rare in-house opportunity to join an established, supportive legal team in a dynamic and acquisitive international business. Our client is a market-leading group with operations globally. They are on an exciting growth journey, with a strong track record of strategic acquisitions and organic expansion. You'll play a key role in supporting this growth, advising on corporate acquisitions and broader corporate matters across the UK and internationally. Why this role stands out: Work-life balance you can actually enjoy - choose full-time or part-time hours with flexible working options. Variety and quality of work - high-value M&A and corporate advisory work, without the billable hours pressure. An established, collaborative team - work alongside experienced in-house lawyers in a friendly, supportive environment. Impact and involvement - be part of a growing, forward-thinking business where your advice directly shapes commercial decisions. About you: - UK-qualified lawyer with at least 4 years' PQE in corporate law, gained in a major law firm or an in-house environment. - Solid grounding in M&A transactions; international experience desirable but not essential. - Commercially minded, adaptable, and confident working with a varied workload. Get in touch to discuss this rare in-house corporate role.
Partner, Crime and Regulatory page is loaded Partner, Crime and Regulatorylocations: Manchester UK - 82 King Sttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: RCome and join our Crime & Regulatory team as a Partner here at Markel Law Join us and play your part in something special! The opportunity: We have an excellent opportunity for a Partner to join our Crime & Regulatory team in our Manchester office. The Crime and Regulatory Team is ranked in both the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners. They undertake a variety of types of regulatory work including inquests, health and safety, licensing, CQC/Ofsted entity regulation and professional subject area work. The team currently includes a Partner, five solicitors, three paralegals and an administrative assistant. The work is fast paced, varied and exciting, and the successful candidate will receive full training in our internal practices and procedures.Markel Law LLP (Markel Law) is an independent SRA authorised and regulated legal business offering services to both insured and non-insured clients. Our clients and business partners comprise businesses, high net worth individuals, and associations across a broad spectrum of industries.Our clients and business partners comprise of businesses, high net worth individuals and associations across a broad spectrum of industries. We operate from offices in Leeds, Manchester, London and Croydon and employ over 60 specialist solicitors. Our legal teams guide, support, defend and protect clients through a wide range of key legal services and risk scenarios.We are looking for an accomplished Senior Lawyer either currently at, or looking for promotion to, Partner level and based in Manchester to join our crime and regulatory team. The team currently consists of 5 fee earners and a senior legal administrator. What you'll be doing: The firm's crime and regulatory offering is focussed on work for Markel UK, a specialist commercial insurance provider to SMEs, professionals, associations, and the third sector. The team is ranked in both the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners in crime, health and safety and professional field.Instructions cover the full spectrum of business crime and regulatory work, including: Inquests and public inquiries Professional subject area Gross misconduct investigations in policing Health, safety, licensing and environmental matters Entity regulation (with a focus on Ofsted and CQC)The role is to provide input into the strategic leadership, development and growth of the crime and regulatory team, along with handling a varied case load both as the day-to-day contact on cases and also as supervisor to more junior colleagues in the team. Support in leading and running the crime and regulatory team Lead, reinforce and develop internal organisational referrer relationships, corporate client and business partner relationships for growth of the crime and regulatory and wider business Take a proactive role in developing new business Input into strategy and direction at a senior level Provide both contentious and non-contentious legal advice representing businesses and individuals in an insured and uninsured capacity Supervise and mentor other lawyers within the team Carry out general management including governance, compliance, supplier and contract management Have budget, financial and profitability control including running own caseload delivering appropriate personal billing and financial targets Support the Markel Law advice line and hub services management in relation to content and quality of crime and regulatory matters Provide overall team strategic direction, development and marketing (including website, literature, communications and PR) Our must haves: Have significant expertise in more than one of our core practice areas together with management experience Understand how to work with both legal expense insurance and general insurance referrals, including establishing relationships with internal and external partners Be able to demonstrate technical excellence Deliver high quality and commercially focused advice Have experience of client management and practice development Have strong business development experience Be expected to develop and bring in new business to the department for exceptional growth Have a sound knowledge of legal/insurance relationships and their interaction, particularly in the context of liability insurance Demonstrate first class client care and communication skills across all levels Have high attention to detail and accurate case management skills Have excellent written communication skills Be an effective manager, demonstrating positive and co-operative interaction with team members Who we are: Markel Corporation (NYSE - MKL) a Fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world. We're all about people We win together We strive for better We enjoy the everyday We think further What's in it for you: A great starting salary plus great annual bonus & strong benefits package 25 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays, with the opportunity to buy / sell extra leave Fantastic company pension scheme, private medical and dental cover, life assurance, travel insurance cover, income protection, season ticket loan as well as other great benefits on offer There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we can provide the support needed to do just that!Choose 'Apply Now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.At Markel, we are all about the people , celebrating the value of a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. Whatever your background, if you feel you meet the requirements of this role then we want to hear from you. We are also happy to consider candidates who are looking for flexible working patterns.We will ensure that individuals are provided with any reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions if successful. Please contact us via email at or call us at to request any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed, including alternative formats of documents or information on how to apply offline.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Partner, Crime and Regulatory page is loaded Partner, Crime and Regulatorylocations: Manchester UK - 82 King Sttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: RCome and join our Crime & Regulatory team as a Partner here at Markel Law Join us and play your part in something special! The opportunity: We have an excellent opportunity for a Partner to join our Crime & Regulatory team in our Manchester office. The Crime and Regulatory Team is ranked in both the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners. They undertake a variety of types of regulatory work including inquests, health and safety, licensing, CQC/Ofsted entity regulation and professional subject area work. The team currently includes a Partner, five solicitors, three paralegals and an administrative assistant. The work is fast paced, varied and exciting, and the successful candidate will receive full training in our internal practices and procedures.Markel Law LLP (Markel Law) is an independent SRA authorised and regulated legal business offering services to both insured and non-insured clients. Our clients and business partners comprise businesses, high net worth individuals, and associations across a broad spectrum of industries.Our clients and business partners comprise of businesses, high net worth individuals and associations across a broad spectrum of industries. We operate from offices in Leeds, Manchester, London and Croydon and employ over 60 specialist solicitors. Our legal teams guide, support, defend and protect clients through a wide range of key legal services and risk scenarios.We are looking for an accomplished Senior Lawyer either currently at, or looking for promotion to, Partner level and based in Manchester to join our crime and regulatory team. The team currently consists of 5 fee earners and a senior legal administrator. What you'll be doing: The firm's crime and regulatory offering is focussed on work for Markel UK, a specialist commercial insurance provider to SMEs, professionals, associations, and the third sector. The team is ranked in both the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners in crime, health and safety and professional field.Instructions cover the full spectrum of business crime and regulatory work, including: Inquests and public inquiries Professional subject area Gross misconduct investigations in policing Health, safety, licensing and environmental matters Entity regulation (with a focus on Ofsted and CQC)The role is to provide input into the strategic leadership, development and growth of the crime and regulatory team, along with handling a varied case load both as the day-to-day contact on cases and also as supervisor to more junior colleagues in the team. Support in leading and running the crime and regulatory team Lead, reinforce and develop internal organisational referrer relationships, corporate client and business partner relationships for growth of the crime and regulatory and wider business Take a proactive role in developing new business Input into strategy and direction at a senior level Provide both contentious and non-contentious legal advice representing businesses and individuals in an insured and uninsured capacity Supervise and mentor other lawyers within the team Carry out general management including governance, compliance, supplier and contract management Have budget, financial and profitability control including running own caseload delivering appropriate personal billing and financial targets Support the Markel Law advice line and hub services management in relation to content and quality of crime and regulatory matters Provide overall team strategic direction, development and marketing (including website, literature, communications and PR) Our must haves: Have significant expertise in more than one of our core practice areas together with management experience Understand how to work with both legal expense insurance and general insurance referrals, including establishing relationships with internal and external partners Be able to demonstrate technical excellence Deliver high quality and commercially focused advice Have experience of client management and practice development Have strong business development experience Be expected to develop and bring in new business to the department for exceptional growth Have a sound knowledge of legal/insurance relationships and their interaction, particularly in the context of liability insurance Demonstrate first class client care and communication skills across all levels Have high attention to detail and accurate case management skills Have excellent written communication skills Be an effective manager, demonstrating positive and co-operative interaction with team members Who we are: Markel Corporation (NYSE - MKL) a Fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world. We're all about people We win together We strive for better We enjoy the everyday We think further What's in it for you: A great starting salary plus great annual bonus & strong benefits package 25 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays, with the opportunity to buy / sell extra leave Fantastic company pension scheme, private medical and dental cover, life assurance, travel insurance cover, income protection, season ticket loan as well as other great benefits on offer There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we can provide the support needed to do just that!Choose 'Apply Now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.At Markel, we are all about the people , celebrating the value of a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. Whatever your background, if you feel you meet the requirements of this role then we want to hear from you. We are also happy to consider candidates who are looking for flexible working patterns.We will ensure that individuals are provided with any reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions if successful. Please contact us via email at or call us at to request any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed, including alternative formats of documents or information on how to apply offline.
Our Company Secretarial team works to support our clients to provide quality company secretarial and governance services. We ensure that our clients are compliant with the Companies Act and provide support to clients of all sizes. With the relentless pace of change you will need to be able to advise clients in areas such as company law, statutory compliance and share restructuring, while building enduring relationships that positions Forvis Mazars as a trusted adviser. The Company Secretarial team is part of our Accounting and Outsourcing team of more than 250 professionals and is growing across all areas including cloud accounting, payroll, financial reporting and company secretarial. About the role The role of a company secretary is to ensure accurate and timely statutory compliance and corporate governance for a range of UK and international clients. You will be the point of contact for your portfolio of clients, providing high quality advice and work with other teams to deliver an excellent client experience. Role and Responsibilities To provide a full company secretarial service to an existing portfolio of clients. To operate the Diligent Company Secretarial package software and prepare forms for clients and Companies House using the software. To carry out one off and ad-hoc re-structuring and technical assignments liaising with accounts, audit and tax departments as appropriate. To market the services and skills of the Co-Sec department. To undertake presentations to other offices and clients regarding Co-Sec services. To seek new opportunities and win new clients and assignments for the Co-Sec department. To be innovative and creative in providing Co-Sec solutions to support the work being done or proposed for by our accounts, audit and tax teams alongside developing a good working relationship across teams. Ensure that you and the staff in your immediate team meets budgets, revenue and other financial targets as part of the National Co-Sec department's budget. To carry out staff review for members of your team. To assist in setting targets and budgets for the national team. What we are looking for Qualified Chartered Governance Professional or Lawyer with substantial post qualification experience. Ability to lead a team. Able to communicate with people at all levels. Must possess strong organisational skills and good communication skills, both written and verbal, and have an excellent attention to detail. A detailed working knowledge of Diligent. Ability to take minutes at client meetings. Working knowledge of the Companies act 2006 and other related statutes and regulations. About Forvis Mazars Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network. The network operates under a single brand worldwide, with just two members: Forvis Mazars LLP in the United States and Forvis Mazars Group SC, an internationally integrated partnership operating in over 100 countries and territories. Both member firms share a commitment to providing an unmatched client experience, delivering audit and assurance, tax and advisory services around the world. Together, our strategic vision strives to move our clients, people, industry and communities forward. Through our reach and areas of expertise, we help organisations respond to emerging sustainability issues in the global marketplace including human rights, climate change, environmental impacts and culture. We are one diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team with a huge sense of connection and belonging. This is a place where you can take ownership of your career, get involved, believe in yourself and put your ideas into action.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Our Company Secretarial team works to support our clients to provide quality company secretarial and governance services. We ensure that our clients are compliant with the Companies Act and provide support to clients of all sizes. With the relentless pace of change you will need to be able to advise clients in areas such as company law, statutory compliance and share restructuring, while building enduring relationships that positions Forvis Mazars as a trusted adviser. The Company Secretarial team is part of our Accounting and Outsourcing team of more than 250 professionals and is growing across all areas including cloud accounting, payroll, financial reporting and company secretarial. About the role The role of a company secretary is to ensure accurate and timely statutory compliance and corporate governance for a range of UK and international clients. You will be the point of contact for your portfolio of clients, providing high quality advice and work with other teams to deliver an excellent client experience. Role and Responsibilities To provide a full company secretarial service to an existing portfolio of clients. To operate the Diligent Company Secretarial package software and prepare forms for clients and Companies House using the software. To carry out one off and ad-hoc re-structuring and technical assignments liaising with accounts, audit and tax departments as appropriate. To market the services and skills of the Co-Sec department. To undertake presentations to other offices and clients regarding Co-Sec services. To seek new opportunities and win new clients and assignments for the Co-Sec department. To be innovative and creative in providing Co-Sec solutions to support the work being done or proposed for by our accounts, audit and tax teams alongside developing a good working relationship across teams. Ensure that you and the staff in your immediate team meets budgets, revenue and other financial targets as part of the National Co-Sec department's budget. To carry out staff review for members of your team. To assist in setting targets and budgets for the national team. What we are looking for Qualified Chartered Governance Professional or Lawyer with substantial post qualification experience. Ability to lead a team. Able to communicate with people at all levels. Must possess strong organisational skills and good communication skills, both written and verbal, and have an excellent attention to detail. A detailed working knowledge of Diligent. Ability to take minutes at client meetings. Working knowledge of the Companies act 2006 and other related statutes and regulations. About Forvis Mazars Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network. The network operates under a single brand worldwide, with just two members: Forvis Mazars LLP in the United States and Forvis Mazars Group SC, an internationally integrated partnership operating in over 100 countries and territories. Both member firms share a commitment to providing an unmatched client experience, delivering audit and assurance, tax and advisory services around the world. Together, our strategic vision strives to move our clients, people, industry and communities forward. Through our reach and areas of expertise, we help organisations respond to emerging sustainability issues in the global marketplace including human rights, climate change, environmental impacts and culture. We are one diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team with a huge sense of connection and belonging. This is a place where you can take ownership of your career, get involved, believe in yourself and put your ideas into action.
Head of Risk & Compliance (Legal) Salary: £130,000-£160,000 + share options Location: London/Hybrid - 2-3 days per week onsite About Lawhive Our mission is to make the law accessible to everyone. The legal industry is built on technology and process that hasn't been updated in hundreds of years - that's why we've reinvented the entire model from the ground-up with our own bespoke AI operating system at the core. Lawhive is a regulated law firm with an AI-native platform built to amplify expertise and revolutionise the way people practice law, leading to exceptional outcomes for clients and lawyers. Lawhive Labs is how we bring this vision to life. It's our frontier lab that combines top engineering, design, AI and legal talent from around the world, joining forces to build the future of law. We're backed by top-tier investors including Google Ventures, Balderton Capital and TQ Ventures and in December 2024 we secured $40M Series A funding round to facilitate international expansion and to grow our team, representing one of the five largest Series A rounds in Europe for 2024. We're headquartered in London and in 2025 successfully launched in the US and we're just getting started. Risk & Compliance at Lawhive We are both one of Europe's fastest-growth tech start-ups and an ABS with multiple regulated law firms within our network that provide legal services to customers to help improve access to justice. As a result we have to support our extensive (and ever-growing) network of consultant lawyers spread all over the UK with their compliance needs and ensure that Lawhive's clients receive the highest quality of legal advice. In order to do this we need a market-leading and future-proof risk and compliance function capable of managing multiple competing priorities daily, providing robust strategic advice to the business and ensuring that all our regulatory requirements are met through our novel and tech-native approach to providing legal services. We have a small, high-performing team currently at Lawhive and are looking to scale our team and their output to further enable and fast-track our growth. The Role As Head of Risk & Compliance, you will serve as the dedicated go-to compliance authority within the business, working directly under the COLP/COFA. Your mission is to execute on the group compliance strategy, embed a robust compliance framework, and ensure that all day-to-day compliance functions run smoothly. This is a pivotal role for a highly capable compliance professional with the ambition and potential to grow into Group Head of Compliance as we scale. What You'll Do: Framework & Policy Execution: Translate group strategy into practical processes, controls and guidance Team Management & Development: Directly lead and mentor Compliance Operatives both for Lawhive Legal and our newly acquired firm, Woodstock Legal Services, managing workloads and quality-assuring outputs Operational Oversight: Oversee all BAU compliance functions (AML, conflicts, data protection, etc.) and act as the first line of escalation from the Operative Monitoring & QA: Conduct regular file reviews and spot checks; report key findings and risks to the business Advisory & Support: Serve as a trusted, solutions-focused compliance advisor to lawyers and business leaders Help to develop and shape cutting-edge AI tools built in-house to optimise and deliver compliance support to our businesses in a timely and professional manner What You'll Bring Someone who'll come in and establish themselves as the go-to person for compliance across the Lawhive group, and who enjoys building and scaling a team and putting their own stamp on it while executing on company-led strategy. You'll need a genuine passion to build a career in risk and compliance with strong demonstrated experience working within highly regulated environments and proven experience building and managing teams. We need someone ambitious, with the drive to grow into a Group Head of Compliance role and actively contribute towards Lawhive's global ambitions. Requirements: Experience: 5+ years in a SRA-regulated law firm with proven operational compliance experience, ideally with exposure to building or scaling processes (essential) Knowledge: Strong generalist knowledge across AML, conflicts, data protection, and SRA Accounts Rules Leadership: Experience or aptitude for supervising/mentoring junior staff. Mindset: Pragmatic, commercial, and autonomous, with a clear appetite to step up into a leadership role as the business grows Nice to Have: Experience working within a remote/hybrid start-up environment Cross jurisdictional/international exposure within the compliance sector Experience working with process building resources such as Airtable, Tally, Slack etc. Interview process Introductory call with our Talent team 1:1 with your hiring manager Technical interview / practical skills assessment Culture-fit interview with one of our Founders focusing on approach to work and alignment with Lawhive's continued growth. We offer! Benefits Meaningful early-stage equity at one of Europe's fastest growing startups ️ 33 days' annual leave (25 + bank holidays) plus your birthday off Pension contribution via Nest 20% off legal fees through Lawhive Top-spec equipment ️ Regular team building activities and socials! Diversity at Lawhive At Lawhive we know that diversity of thought is critical to delivering outlier outcomes. As such, we're always working hard to ensure we build a diverse, inclusive team. We're not yet where we want to be but as we scale we'll only ever increase the focus we apply to this.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Head of Risk & Compliance (Legal) Salary: £130,000-£160,000 + share options Location: London/Hybrid - 2-3 days per week onsite About Lawhive Our mission is to make the law accessible to everyone. The legal industry is built on technology and process that hasn't been updated in hundreds of years - that's why we've reinvented the entire model from the ground-up with our own bespoke AI operating system at the core. Lawhive is a regulated law firm with an AI-native platform built to amplify expertise and revolutionise the way people practice law, leading to exceptional outcomes for clients and lawyers. Lawhive Labs is how we bring this vision to life. It's our frontier lab that combines top engineering, design, AI and legal talent from around the world, joining forces to build the future of law. We're backed by top-tier investors including Google Ventures, Balderton Capital and TQ Ventures and in December 2024 we secured $40M Series A funding round to facilitate international expansion and to grow our team, representing one of the five largest Series A rounds in Europe for 2024. We're headquartered in London and in 2025 successfully launched in the US and we're just getting started. Risk & Compliance at Lawhive We are both one of Europe's fastest-growth tech start-ups and an ABS with multiple regulated law firms within our network that provide legal services to customers to help improve access to justice. As a result we have to support our extensive (and ever-growing) network of consultant lawyers spread all over the UK with their compliance needs and ensure that Lawhive's clients receive the highest quality of legal advice. In order to do this we need a market-leading and future-proof risk and compliance function capable of managing multiple competing priorities daily, providing robust strategic advice to the business and ensuring that all our regulatory requirements are met through our novel and tech-native approach to providing legal services. We have a small, high-performing team currently at Lawhive and are looking to scale our team and their output to further enable and fast-track our growth. The Role As Head of Risk & Compliance, you will serve as the dedicated go-to compliance authority within the business, working directly under the COLP/COFA. Your mission is to execute on the group compliance strategy, embed a robust compliance framework, and ensure that all day-to-day compliance functions run smoothly. This is a pivotal role for a highly capable compliance professional with the ambition and potential to grow into Group Head of Compliance as we scale. What You'll Do: Framework & Policy Execution: Translate group strategy into practical processes, controls and guidance Team Management & Development: Directly lead and mentor Compliance Operatives both for Lawhive Legal and our newly acquired firm, Woodstock Legal Services, managing workloads and quality-assuring outputs Operational Oversight: Oversee all BAU compliance functions (AML, conflicts, data protection, etc.) and act as the first line of escalation from the Operative Monitoring & QA: Conduct regular file reviews and spot checks; report key findings and risks to the business Advisory & Support: Serve as a trusted, solutions-focused compliance advisor to lawyers and business leaders Help to develop and shape cutting-edge AI tools built in-house to optimise and deliver compliance support to our businesses in a timely and professional manner What You'll Bring Someone who'll come in and establish themselves as the go-to person for compliance across the Lawhive group, and who enjoys building and scaling a team and putting their own stamp on it while executing on company-led strategy. You'll need a genuine passion to build a career in risk and compliance with strong demonstrated experience working within highly regulated environments and proven experience building and managing teams. We need someone ambitious, with the drive to grow into a Group Head of Compliance role and actively contribute towards Lawhive's global ambitions. Requirements: Experience: 5+ years in a SRA-regulated law firm with proven operational compliance experience, ideally with exposure to building or scaling processes (essential) Knowledge: Strong generalist knowledge across AML, conflicts, data protection, and SRA Accounts Rules Leadership: Experience or aptitude for supervising/mentoring junior staff. Mindset: Pragmatic, commercial, and autonomous, with a clear appetite to step up into a leadership role as the business grows Nice to Have: Experience working within a remote/hybrid start-up environment Cross jurisdictional/international exposure within the compliance sector Experience working with process building resources such as Airtable, Tally, Slack etc. Interview process Introductory call with our Talent team 1:1 with your hiring manager Technical interview / practical skills assessment Culture-fit interview with one of our Founders focusing on approach to work and alignment with Lawhive's continued growth. We offer! Benefits Meaningful early-stage equity at one of Europe's fastest growing startups ️ 33 days' annual leave (25 + bank holidays) plus your birthday off Pension contribution via Nest 20% off legal fees through Lawhive Top-spec equipment ️ Regular team building activities and socials! Diversity at Lawhive At Lawhive we know that diversity of thought is critical to delivering outlier outcomes. As such, we're always working hard to ensure we build a diverse, inclusive team. We're not yet where we want to be but as we scale we'll only ever increase the focus we apply to this.
Salary: £58,700 - £69,059pa Location: London - Hybrid - 2 days minimum in the office Contract: Fixed term contract 12 months maternity cover Hours: Full Time An exciting opportunity to work as part of the in-house legal advisory team. The post-holder will provide accurate and timely legal advice to the General Dental Council on a wide variety of legal matters, including fitness to practise, illeg click apply for full job details
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Salary: £58,700 - £69,059pa Location: London - Hybrid - 2 days minimum in the office Contract: Fixed term contract 12 months maternity cover Hours: Full Time An exciting opportunity to work as part of the in-house legal advisory team. The post-holder will provide accurate and timely legal advice to the General Dental Council on a wide variety of legal matters, including fitness to practise, illeg click apply for full job details
M&A Investment Banking - Junior Analyst (100% Remote) MergersCorp is a globally recognized advisory firm specializing in Investment Banking, cross-border Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), and corporate finance solutions. We provide comprehensive investment banking services to lower-middle and middle-market businesses, ranging from deal origination and financial modeling to expert deal execution. Our team of over 110 professionals across 23 countries includes seasoned M&A advisors, investment banking professionals, white-collar lawyers, business brokers, and operating executives. With a portfolio of M&A sell-side mandates worth over $10 billion USD, we offer unparalleled client support and guidance backed by hundreds of successful transactions. Role Description This is acontract rolefor a Junior Analyst within our M&A Investment Banking team, with an added component ofpersonal assistant support to senior staff. The successful candidate will be instrumental in supporting various facets of our deal processes while also providing crucial administrative and organizational assistance to our senior leadership. As an M&A Investment Banking - Junior Analyst, your core responsibilities will include: Supporting deal originationefforts, including market research and target identification. Performingfinancial modelingto evaluate potential transactions and build robust financial projections. Conductingdue diligence, gathering and analyzing critical information to assess investment opportunities. Assisting withvaluations and accounting tasksrelated to M&A transactions. Preparing presentations, reports, and other deal-related materials. In your capacity as a Personal Assistant to senior staff, you will also be responsible for: Managing complex calendars and scheduling appointmentsfor senior team members, ensuring optimal time management. Coordinating travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and ground transportation. Organizing and maintaining confidential documents and files. Assisting withexpense reporting and reconciliation. Providing general administrative support, such as drafting correspondence and preparing meeting materials. Qualifications: Strong Analytical Skills, with a proven ability to interpret complex data and draw insightful conclusions. Solid foundation inFinance and Accounting knowledge. Proficiency infinancial modeling and related tools(e.g., Excel, financial databases). Exceptionalorganizational and time management skills, with a keen eye for detail. Ability towork independently and in a team-oriented environment, demonstrating proactivity and excellent communication. ABachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related fieldis preferred. Previous experience in investment banking or M&A is a plus, as is prior experience in an administrative or personal assistant role.
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
M&A Investment Banking - Junior Analyst (100% Remote) MergersCorp is a globally recognized advisory firm specializing in Investment Banking, cross-border Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), and corporate finance solutions. We provide comprehensive investment banking services to lower-middle and middle-market businesses, ranging from deal origination and financial modeling to expert deal execution. Our team of over 110 professionals across 23 countries includes seasoned M&A advisors, investment banking professionals, white-collar lawyers, business brokers, and operating executives. With a portfolio of M&A sell-side mandates worth over $10 billion USD, we offer unparalleled client support and guidance backed by hundreds of successful transactions. Role Description This is acontract rolefor a Junior Analyst within our M&A Investment Banking team, with an added component ofpersonal assistant support to senior staff. The successful candidate will be instrumental in supporting various facets of our deal processes while also providing crucial administrative and organizational assistance to our senior leadership. As an M&A Investment Banking - Junior Analyst, your core responsibilities will include: Supporting deal originationefforts, including market research and target identification. Performingfinancial modelingto evaluate potential transactions and build robust financial projections. Conductingdue diligence, gathering and analyzing critical information to assess investment opportunities. Assisting withvaluations and accounting tasksrelated to M&A transactions. Preparing presentations, reports, and other deal-related materials. In your capacity as a Personal Assistant to senior staff, you will also be responsible for: Managing complex calendars and scheduling appointmentsfor senior team members, ensuring optimal time management. Coordinating travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and ground transportation. Organizing and maintaining confidential documents and files. Assisting withexpense reporting and reconciliation. Providing general administrative support, such as drafting correspondence and preparing meeting materials. Qualifications: Strong Analytical Skills, with a proven ability to interpret complex data and draw insightful conclusions. Solid foundation inFinance and Accounting knowledge. Proficiency infinancial modeling and related tools(e.g., Excel, financial databases). Exceptionalorganizational and time management skills, with a keen eye for detail. Ability towork independently and in a team-oriented environment, demonstrating proactivity and excellent communication. ABachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related fieldis preferred. Previous experience in investment banking or M&A is a plus, as is prior experience in an administrative or personal assistant role.
Company overview Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning approximately 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Wealth Management, Investment Management, and Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking). Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit Job Title: Investment Banker, Insurance Solutions Group, Associate or Vice President Corporate Title: Associate or VIce President Department: Investment Banking Division Location: London Department overview The Insurance Solutions Group ("ISG") is a team within the broader Client Financing and Solutions ("CFS") business, a team within the Nomura's investment banking division. ISG delivers bespoke financing and capital solutions to insurance companies and their owners, including financial sponsors and PE-backed insurance platform. Our focus: Financing solutions - structured financing solutions lending against insurance linked assets (such us acquisition term loans facilities and bridge loans). Capital solutions - solutions at insurance company level that target providing a capital benefit. Solutions typically involve taking on elements of the tail-risk exposures of the counterparty's balance sheet (including liability side (actuarial) risks as well as market risks) and can be delivered in a range of formats including loans, reinsurance, and derivative structures. Lloyds of London - corporate member financing and capital solutions in the form of loan or Tier 1 capital. Successful execution of a transaction requires a good understanding of regulatory, accounting and actuarial considerations on the insurance company's side, as well of the underlying risks being assumed by Nomura under the transaction. Role description You will play a central role in originating, structuring, and executing innovative insurance financing and capital solutions. This role is highly entrepreneurial and client-facing, with significant exposure to senior dealmakers, sponsors, and the C-suite at top-tier insurers and consolidators. This will include: Production of materials to support the business including: Client marketing presentations Internal materials (e.g. committee memos, presentations on transactions, etc) Project management of transactions, including: Working with internal stakeholders including structuring, trading, risk, legal, and compliance to help manage internal processes Working with external stakeholders including clients, lawyers, actuarial consultants to help manage transaction execution Structuring of transactions including: Credit analysis including due diligence review and internal credit approval processes Cash flow and financial modelling Development / review of transaction documentation (e.g. term sheets and legal documentation) Working with senior members of the team to maintain and develop client relationships to originate and syndicate transactions. Ideally owning a portfolio of clients. Researching client, market and regulatory developments Development of new insurance solutions structures Key objectives critical to success Independent thinker with keen attention to detail and willingness to question Proven ability to learn and understand new concepts Team work - experience working in a transaction driven environment with tight deadlines. Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) - ability to interact confidently with banking professionals and clients Strong analytical skills and numerical abilities, including good financial modelling skills Ability to work well with diverse group of stakeholders (clients, lawyers, consultants, actuaries, structurers, trading and other functions) in order to bring a transaction to execution Preferred Experience & Background Candidates will be judged "in the whole" based on a combination of aptitudes, skills and experience. The skills / experience listed below will each be considered a positive factor in such assessment, and whilst candidates are expected to possess several of them, lack of any specific item above should not prevent candidates from applying. A good understanding of key insurance concepts including: Knowledge of assets and liabilities on insurance company balance sheets and key drivers of risk Regulatory capital frameworks with particular focus to Solvency II, Bermuda ad Lloyd's of London capital requirements Insurance accounting rules Track record in: Private debt / acquisition finance transactions Reinsurance or capital optimization projects ALM structuring for insurers Client advisory on capital management and risk management issues Marketing of financing products Technical Skills: Strong Excel-based cash flow modelling (actuarial modelling helpful but not required) Comfort with transaction documentation and credit processes Established network among insurance sponsors, consolidators, and/or insurers is a strong advantage Knowledge of standard European and Bermuda insurance product types (with knowledge outside of the UK product set an advantage) Fluency in English is required. Other European language skills would be an advantage Nomura competencies Explore Insights & Vision Identify the underlying causes of problems faced by you or your team and define a clear vision and direction for the future. Making Strategic Decisions Evaluate all the options for resolving the problems and effectively prioritize actions or recommendations. Inspire Entrepreneurship in People Inspire team members through effective communication of ideas and motivate them to actively enhance productivity. Elevate Organizational Capability Engage proactively in professional development and enhance team productivity through the promotion of knowledge sharing. Inclusion Respect DEI, foster a culture of psychological safety in the workplace and cultivate a "Risk Culture" (Challenge, Escalate and Respect). Right to Work The UK Government have taken steps to reduce net migration to the UK by limiting the number of overseas workers coming to the UK for employment. Please note that whilst we are able to consider applications from overseas workers from outside the UK (who require a Tier 2 Skilled Worker visa) we can only employ them if we can provide evidence that this is a genuine vacancy for a qualified role. Diversity & Inclusion Nomura is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity and gender expression, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Company overview Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning approximately 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Wealth Management, Investment Management, and Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking). Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit Job Title: Investment Banker, Insurance Solutions Group, Associate or Vice President Corporate Title: Associate or VIce President Department: Investment Banking Division Location: London Department overview The Insurance Solutions Group ("ISG") is a team within the broader Client Financing and Solutions ("CFS") business, a team within the Nomura's investment banking division. ISG delivers bespoke financing and capital solutions to insurance companies and their owners, including financial sponsors and PE-backed insurance platform. Our focus: Financing solutions - structured financing solutions lending against insurance linked assets (such us acquisition term loans facilities and bridge loans). Capital solutions - solutions at insurance company level that target providing a capital benefit. Solutions typically involve taking on elements of the tail-risk exposures of the counterparty's balance sheet (including liability side (actuarial) risks as well as market risks) and can be delivered in a range of formats including loans, reinsurance, and derivative structures. Lloyds of London - corporate member financing and capital solutions in the form of loan or Tier 1 capital. Successful execution of a transaction requires a good understanding of regulatory, accounting and actuarial considerations on the insurance company's side, as well of the underlying risks being assumed by Nomura under the transaction. Role description You will play a central role in originating, structuring, and executing innovative insurance financing and capital solutions. This role is highly entrepreneurial and client-facing, with significant exposure to senior dealmakers, sponsors, and the C-suite at top-tier insurers and consolidators. This will include: Production of materials to support the business including: Client marketing presentations Internal materials (e.g. committee memos, presentations on transactions, etc) Project management of transactions, including: Working with internal stakeholders including structuring, trading, risk, legal, and compliance to help manage internal processes Working with external stakeholders including clients, lawyers, actuarial consultants to help manage transaction execution Structuring of transactions including: Credit analysis including due diligence review and internal credit approval processes Cash flow and financial modelling Development / review of transaction documentation (e.g. term sheets and legal documentation) Working with senior members of the team to maintain and develop client relationships to originate and syndicate transactions. Ideally owning a portfolio of clients. Researching client, market and regulatory developments Development of new insurance solutions structures Key objectives critical to success Independent thinker with keen attention to detail and willingness to question Proven ability to learn and understand new concepts Team work - experience working in a transaction driven environment with tight deadlines. Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) - ability to interact confidently with banking professionals and clients Strong analytical skills and numerical abilities, including good financial modelling skills Ability to work well with diverse group of stakeholders (clients, lawyers, consultants, actuaries, structurers, trading and other functions) in order to bring a transaction to execution Preferred Experience & Background Candidates will be judged "in the whole" based on a combination of aptitudes, skills and experience. The skills / experience listed below will each be considered a positive factor in such assessment, and whilst candidates are expected to possess several of them, lack of any specific item above should not prevent candidates from applying. A good understanding of key insurance concepts including: Knowledge of assets and liabilities on insurance company balance sheets and key drivers of risk Regulatory capital frameworks with particular focus to Solvency II, Bermuda ad Lloyd's of London capital requirements Insurance accounting rules Track record in: Private debt / acquisition finance transactions Reinsurance or capital optimization projects ALM structuring for insurers Client advisory on capital management and risk management issues Marketing of financing products Technical Skills: Strong Excel-based cash flow modelling (actuarial modelling helpful but not required) Comfort with transaction documentation and credit processes Established network among insurance sponsors, consolidators, and/or insurers is a strong advantage Knowledge of standard European and Bermuda insurance product types (with knowledge outside of the UK product set an advantage) Fluency in English is required. Other European language skills would be an advantage Nomura competencies Explore Insights & Vision Identify the underlying causes of problems faced by you or your team and define a clear vision and direction for the future. Making Strategic Decisions Evaluate all the options for resolving the problems and effectively prioritize actions or recommendations. Inspire Entrepreneurship in People Inspire team members through effective communication of ideas and motivate them to actively enhance productivity. Elevate Organizational Capability Engage proactively in professional development and enhance team productivity through the promotion of knowledge sharing. Inclusion Respect DEI, foster a culture of psychological safety in the workplace and cultivate a "Risk Culture" (Challenge, Escalate and Respect). Right to Work The UK Government have taken steps to reduce net migration to the UK by limiting the number of overseas workers coming to the UK for employment. Please note that whilst we are able to consider applications from overseas workers from outside the UK (who require a Tier 2 Skilled Worker visa) we can only employ them if we can provide evidence that this is a genuine vacancy for a qualified role. Diversity & Inclusion Nomura is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity and gender expression, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job Title: Employment Solicitor (2 Roles Available) Location: Leeds Hours: Full-Time Salary: DOE Working Pattern: Hybrid Contract: Permanent About the Opportunity A leading and well-respected firm in Leeds is seeking two Employment Solicitors to join its expanding Employment team. These roles come at an exciting time of growth and offer a fantastic opportunity to work with a diverse mix of claimant and respondent matters (tailored depending on your experience). With a hybrid working model , this is an ideal opportunity for ambitious solicitors looking for flexibility, career development, and exposure to high-quality work. The Roles You will join a collaborative department known for its supportive culture and high professional standards. Both roles offer the chance to manage your own caseload while working closely with senior lawyers on more complex matters. Key Responsibilities Managing a diverse caseload of employment matters including: Unfair dismissal Discrimination claims Redundancy Settlement agreements TUPE Employment contracts, handbooks and HR advisory work Providing clear and commercially focused advice to clients. Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and tribunal documentation. Representing clients in negotiations and supporting preparation for tribunals. Contributing to business development and maintaining strong client relationships. Collaborating with the wider team on complex or strategic cases. About You Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with strong experience in employment law. Confident managing a varied caseload independently. Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills. Commercially aware with a client-focused, solution-driven approach. Team player who thrives in a flexible, modern working environment. What's On Offer Salary DOE Hybrid working model Full-time, permanent positions Supportive and friendly team culture Opportunities to develop specialisms and progress your career Exposure to high-quality, varied work across a broad range of clients Interested? Contact Judge Legal on (phone number removed)
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Employment Solicitor (2 Roles Available) Location: Leeds Hours: Full-Time Salary: DOE Working Pattern: Hybrid Contract: Permanent About the Opportunity A leading and well-respected firm in Leeds is seeking two Employment Solicitors to join its expanding Employment team. These roles come at an exciting time of growth and offer a fantastic opportunity to work with a diverse mix of claimant and respondent matters (tailored depending on your experience). With a hybrid working model , this is an ideal opportunity for ambitious solicitors looking for flexibility, career development, and exposure to high-quality work. The Roles You will join a collaborative department known for its supportive culture and high professional standards. Both roles offer the chance to manage your own caseload while working closely with senior lawyers on more complex matters. Key Responsibilities Managing a diverse caseload of employment matters including: Unfair dismissal Discrimination claims Redundancy Settlement agreements TUPE Employment contracts, handbooks and HR advisory work Providing clear and commercially focused advice to clients. Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and tribunal documentation. Representing clients in negotiations and supporting preparation for tribunals. Contributing to business development and maintaining strong client relationships. Collaborating with the wider team on complex or strategic cases. About You Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with strong experience in employment law. Confident managing a varied caseload independently. Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills. Commercially aware with a client-focused, solution-driven approach. Team player who thrives in a flexible, modern working environment. What's On Offer Salary DOE Hybrid working model Full-time, permanent positions Supportive and friendly team culture Opportunities to develop specialisms and progress your career Exposure to high-quality, varied work across a broad range of clients Interested? Contact Judge Legal on (phone number removed)
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Job Title: Investment Banker, Insurance Solutions Group, Associate or Vice President Job Code: 11937 Country: GB City: London Skill Category: Investment Banking Description: Company overview Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning approximately 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Wealth Management, Investment Management, and Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking). Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit Job Title: Investment Banker, Insurance Solutions Group, Associate or Vice President Corporate Title: Associate or VIce President Department: Investment Banking Division Location: London Department overview The Insurance Solutions Group ("ISG") is a team within the broader Client Financing and Solutions ("CFS") business, a team within the Nomura's investment banking division. ISG delivers bespoke financing and capital solutions to insurance companies and their owners, including financial sponsors and PE-backed insurance platform. Our focus: Financing solutions - structured financing solutions lending against insurance linked assets (e.g us acquisition term loans facilities and bridge loans). Capital solutions - solutions at insurance company level that target providing a capital benefit. Solutions typically involve taking on elements of the tail-risk exposures of the counterparty's balance sheet (including liability side (actuarial) risks as well as market risks) and can be delivered in a range of formats including loans, reinsurance, and derivative structures. Lloyds of London - corporate member financing and capital solutions in the form of loan or Tier 1 capital. Successful execution of a transaction requires a good understanding of regulatory, accounting and actuarial considerations on the insurance company's side, as well of the underlying risks being assumed by Nomura under the transaction. Role description You will play a central role in originating, structuring, and executing innovative insurance financing and capital solutions. This role is highly entrepreneurial and client-facing, with significant exposure to senior dealmakers, sponsors, and the C suite at top tier insurers and consolidators. This will include: Production of materials to support the business including: Client marketing presentations Internal materials (e.g. committee memos, presentations on transactions, etc) Project management of transactions, including: Working with internal stakeholders including structuring, trading, risk, legal, and compliance to help manage internal processes Working with external stakeholders including clients, lawyers, actuarial consultants to help manage transaction execution Structuring of transactions including: Credit analysis including due diligence review and internal credit approval processes Cash flow and financial modelling Development / review of transaction documentation (e.g. term sheets and legal documentation) Working with senior members of the team to maintain and develop client relationships to originate and syndicate transactions. Ideally owning a portfolio of clients. Researching client, market and regulatory developments Development of new insurance solutions structures Key objectives critical to success Independent thinker with keen attention to detail and willingness to question Proven ability to learn and understand new concepts Team work - experience working in a transaction driven environment with tight deadlines. Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) - ability to interact confidently with banking professionals and clients Strong analytical skills and numerical abilities, including good financial modelling skills Ability to work well with diverse group of stakeholders (clients, lawyers, consultants, actuaries, structurers, trading and other functions) in order to bring a transaction to execution Preferred Experience & Background Candidates will be judged "in the whole" based on a combination of aptitudes, skills and experience. The skills / experience listed below will each be considered a positive factor in such assessment, and whilst candidates are expected to possess several of them, lack of any specific item above should not prevent candidates from applying. A good understanding of key insurance concepts including Knowledge of assets and liabilities on insurance company balance sheets and key drivers of risk Regulatory capital frameworks with particular focus to Solvency II, Bermuda ad Lloyd's of London capital requirements Insurance accounting rules Track record in: Private debt / acquisition finance transactions Reinsurance or capital optimization projects ALM structuring for insurers Client advisory on capital management and risk management issues Marketing of financing products Technical Skills: Strong Excel-based cash flow modelling (actuarial modelling helpful but not required) Comfort with transaction documentation and credit processes Established network among insurance sponsors, consolidators, and/or insurers is a strong advantage Knowledge of standard European and Bermuda insurance product types (with knowledge outside of the UK product set an advantage) Fluency in English is required. Other European language skills would be an advantage Nomura competencies Explore Insights & Vision Identify the underlying causes of problems faced by you or your team and define a clear vision and direction for the future. Making Strategic Decisions Evaluate all the options for resolving the problems and effectively prioritize actions or recommendations. Inspire Entrepreneurship in People Inspire team members through effective communication of ideas and motivate them to actively enhance productivity. Elevate Organizational Capability Engage proactively in professional development and enhance team productivity through the promotion of knowledge sharing. Inclusion Respect DEI, foster a culture of psychological safety in the workplace and cultivate a "Risk Culture" (Challenge, Escalate and Respect). Right to Work The UK Government have taken steps to reduce net migration to the UK by limiting the number of overseas workers coming to the UK for employment. Please note that whilst we are able to consider applications from overseas workers from outside the UK (who require a Tier 2 Skilled Worker visa) we can only employ them if we can provide evidence that this is a genuine vacancy for a qualified role. Diversity & Inclusion Nomura is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity and gender expression, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Job Title: Investment Banker, Insurance Solutions Group, Associate or Vice President Job Code: 11937 Country: GB City: London Skill Category: Investment Banking Description: Company overview Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning approximately 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Wealth Management, Investment Management, and Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking). Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit Job Title: Investment Banker, Insurance Solutions Group, Associate or Vice President Corporate Title: Associate or VIce President Department: Investment Banking Division Location: London Department overview The Insurance Solutions Group ("ISG") is a team within the broader Client Financing and Solutions ("CFS") business, a team within the Nomura's investment banking division. ISG delivers bespoke financing and capital solutions to insurance companies and their owners, including financial sponsors and PE-backed insurance platform. Our focus: Financing solutions - structured financing solutions lending against insurance linked assets (e.g us acquisition term loans facilities and bridge loans). Capital solutions - solutions at insurance company level that target providing a capital benefit. Solutions typically involve taking on elements of the tail-risk exposures of the counterparty's balance sheet (including liability side (actuarial) risks as well as market risks) and can be delivered in a range of formats including loans, reinsurance, and derivative structures. Lloyds of London - corporate member financing and capital solutions in the form of loan or Tier 1 capital. Successful execution of a transaction requires a good understanding of regulatory, accounting and actuarial considerations on the insurance company's side, as well of the underlying risks being assumed by Nomura under the transaction. Role description You will play a central role in originating, structuring, and executing innovative insurance financing and capital solutions. This role is highly entrepreneurial and client-facing, with significant exposure to senior dealmakers, sponsors, and the C suite at top tier insurers and consolidators. This will include: Production of materials to support the business including: Client marketing presentations Internal materials (e.g. committee memos, presentations on transactions, etc) Project management of transactions, including: Working with internal stakeholders including structuring, trading, risk, legal, and compliance to help manage internal processes Working with external stakeholders including clients, lawyers, actuarial consultants to help manage transaction execution Structuring of transactions including: Credit analysis including due diligence review and internal credit approval processes Cash flow and financial modelling Development / review of transaction documentation (e.g. term sheets and legal documentation) Working with senior members of the team to maintain and develop client relationships to originate and syndicate transactions. Ideally owning a portfolio of clients. Researching client, market and regulatory developments Development of new insurance solutions structures Key objectives critical to success Independent thinker with keen attention to detail and willingness to question Proven ability to learn and understand new concepts Team work - experience working in a transaction driven environment with tight deadlines. Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) - ability to interact confidently with banking professionals and clients Strong analytical skills and numerical abilities, including good financial modelling skills Ability to work well with diverse group of stakeholders (clients, lawyers, consultants, actuaries, structurers, trading and other functions) in order to bring a transaction to execution Preferred Experience & Background Candidates will be judged "in the whole" based on a combination of aptitudes, skills and experience. The skills / experience listed below will each be considered a positive factor in such assessment, and whilst candidates are expected to possess several of them, lack of any specific item above should not prevent candidates from applying. A good understanding of key insurance concepts including Knowledge of assets and liabilities on insurance company balance sheets and key drivers of risk Regulatory capital frameworks with particular focus to Solvency II, Bermuda ad Lloyd's of London capital requirements Insurance accounting rules Track record in: Private debt / acquisition finance transactions Reinsurance or capital optimization projects ALM structuring for insurers Client advisory on capital management and risk management issues Marketing of financing products Technical Skills: Strong Excel-based cash flow modelling (actuarial modelling helpful but not required) Comfort with transaction documentation and credit processes Established network among insurance sponsors, consolidators, and/or insurers is a strong advantage Knowledge of standard European and Bermuda insurance product types (with knowledge outside of the UK product set an advantage) Fluency in English is required. Other European language skills would be an advantage Nomura competencies Explore Insights & Vision Identify the underlying causes of problems faced by you or your team and define a clear vision and direction for the future. Making Strategic Decisions Evaluate all the options for resolving the problems and effectively prioritize actions or recommendations. Inspire Entrepreneurship in People Inspire team members through effective communication of ideas and motivate them to actively enhance productivity. Elevate Organizational Capability Engage proactively in professional development and enhance team productivity through the promotion of knowledge sharing. Inclusion Respect DEI, foster a culture of psychological safety in the workplace and cultivate a "Risk Culture" (Challenge, Escalate and Respect). Right to Work The UK Government have taken steps to reduce net migration to the UK by limiting the number of overseas workers coming to the UK for employment. Please note that whilst we are able to consider applications from overseas workers from outside the UK (who require a Tier 2 Skilled Worker visa) we can only employ them if we can provide evidence that this is a genuine vacancy for a qualified role. Diversity & Inclusion Nomura is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity and gender expression, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition, please do not hesitate to contact us.
As our Employment team continues to grow, we are always keen to hear from Employment Solicitors who may be seeking new opportunities. We welcome CVs from individuals with a variety of experience in employment law, via all qualification routes, whether you are newly qualified or a more senior Employment Lawyer. Our work is varied and rewarding, including advising on all aspects of employment law-both contentious and advisory-for a diverse commercial client base. If you are proactive, collaborative, and passionate about delivering outstanding client service, we'd be delighted to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate with the potential for longer-term career advancement in our forward-thinking law firm, with a well-established client base. Along with this we will provide you with a competitive salary, pension, 30 days holiday and Private Medical Health Insurance; in addition, we will even give you your birthday off every year too! Our values of Together, Balanced, and Progressive, help to nurture our culture of providing outstanding client service within a caring and supportive environment. Please see our website for further information about who we are and what we value at: . To read more about how great it is to work for us, please visit If this role sounds like the next step in your career, then please send a copy of your CV with a covering letter to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We are committed to improving the diversity of our workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences. If you have not already done so, please let us know if you require any support so we can make the right adjustments and considerations should they be required.
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
As our Employment team continues to grow, we are always keen to hear from Employment Solicitors who may be seeking new opportunities. We welcome CVs from individuals with a variety of experience in employment law, via all qualification routes, whether you are newly qualified or a more senior Employment Lawyer. Our work is varied and rewarding, including advising on all aspects of employment law-both contentious and advisory-for a diverse commercial client base. If you are proactive, collaborative, and passionate about delivering outstanding client service, we'd be delighted to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate with the potential for longer-term career advancement in our forward-thinking law firm, with a well-established client base. Along with this we will provide you with a competitive salary, pension, 30 days holiday and Private Medical Health Insurance; in addition, we will even give you your birthday off every year too! Our values of Together, Balanced, and Progressive, help to nurture our culture of providing outstanding client service within a caring and supportive environment. Please see our website for further information about who we are and what we value at: . To read more about how great it is to work for us, please visit If this role sounds like the next step in your career, then please send a copy of your CV with a covering letter to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We are committed to improving the diversity of our workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences. If you have not already done so, please let us know if you require any support so we can make the right adjustments and considerations should they be required.
Senior Solicitor / Partner - Private Client (8+ PQE) Location: Wimbledon I'm representing a well-established, forward-thinking firm that is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Solicitor or Partner-level Private Client specialist. This is a key strategic hire, ideal for someone with at least eight years' PQE who is ready to take ownership of a growing practice and play an instrumental role in strengthening its presence in Wimbledon and the surrounding areas. The role suits a lawyer who is not only technically strong but commercially aware - someone who enjoys client engagement, business development and shaping the direction of a team. You'll be working closely with colleagues across multiple departments, and there is a clear expectation of cross-referring work and building internal relationships that support long-term departmental growth. Core Work & Responsibilities The successful candidate will handle a broad range of private client matters, including: Drafting Wills Estate administration, including cross-border estates Trusts Lasting powers of attorney Experience managing high-value estates would be particularly valuable. You'll also have the support of dedicated administrative and paralegal resources, allowing you to focus on higher-level advisory work, client relationships and strategic development. Ideal Profile Candidates who thrive in this environment typically demonstrate: Strong commercial awareness and precise drafting abilities Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills The capacity to mentor junior team members while collaborating effectively with senior colleagues Confidence in managing deadlines, targets and client protocols without compromising quality A proactive mindset when it comes to networking and business development A STEP qualification is beneficial but not essential. Why This Opportunity Stands Out The firm offers a highly competitive salary, generous benefits and, importantly, a well-defined career development framework. They are recognised for their investment in people and ensure every senior lawyer has a clear path for progression, consistent feedback, and access to tailored technical training. Advancement is based on contribution and impact rather than years served, which creates genuine long-term potential for those with ambition. If you're a seasoned private client specialist seeking a leadership-oriented position with the autonomy to shape a regional presence, this role offers a compelling next step.
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
Senior Solicitor / Partner - Private Client (8+ PQE) Location: Wimbledon I'm representing a well-established, forward-thinking firm that is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Solicitor or Partner-level Private Client specialist. This is a key strategic hire, ideal for someone with at least eight years' PQE who is ready to take ownership of a growing practice and play an instrumental role in strengthening its presence in Wimbledon and the surrounding areas. The role suits a lawyer who is not only technically strong but commercially aware - someone who enjoys client engagement, business development and shaping the direction of a team. You'll be working closely with colleagues across multiple departments, and there is a clear expectation of cross-referring work and building internal relationships that support long-term departmental growth. Core Work & Responsibilities The successful candidate will handle a broad range of private client matters, including: Drafting Wills Estate administration, including cross-border estates Trusts Lasting powers of attorney Experience managing high-value estates would be particularly valuable. You'll also have the support of dedicated administrative and paralegal resources, allowing you to focus on higher-level advisory work, client relationships and strategic development. Ideal Profile Candidates who thrive in this environment typically demonstrate: Strong commercial awareness and precise drafting abilities Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills The capacity to mentor junior team members while collaborating effectively with senior colleagues Confidence in managing deadlines, targets and client protocols without compromising quality A proactive mindset when it comes to networking and business development A STEP qualification is beneficial but not essential. Why This Opportunity Stands Out The firm offers a highly competitive salary, generous benefits and, importantly, a well-defined career development framework. They are recognised for their investment in people and ensure every senior lawyer has a clear path for progression, consistent feedback, and access to tailored technical training. Advancement is based on contribution and impact rather than years served, which creates genuine long-term potential for those with ambition. If you're a seasoned private client specialist seeking a leadership-oriented position with the autonomy to shape a regional presence, this role offers a compelling next step.
Legal, Investment Banking Lawyer, Executive Director, London location_on London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom OUR IMPACT We work at the intersection of finance and law, providing counsel and advice that support activities across the firm. We handle litigation and arbitration, perform research and due diligence, aid in financing and legal filings, deal with contracts and intellectual property rights that show our commitment to clients, shareholders, and regulators. Whether you're an experienced attorney or a quick learner with a strong interest in financial law coupled with critical thinking skills, our dynamic group might be right for you. YOUR IMPACT An experienced corporate finance and capital markets lawyer is sought to join Goldman Sachs' EMEA Investment Banking Legal team, within the EMEA Legal Division and based in London. Investment Banking Legal provides high quality, value-added legal advice and assistance on all aspects of a wide range of transactions undertaken by the EMEA Investment Banking advisory and M&A businesses and the financing businesses of the EMEA Capital Solutions Group (including, ECM, DCM and lending). The role of IB Legal is dynamic, has evolved over time and is expected to continue to evolve in response to the changing needs of Goldman Sachs's many businesses This is a highly pro-active role in guiding the various business and non-revenue areas on legal, regulatory and execution matters as well as in developing and tracking policy and interpreting, and providing training on, legal and regulatory developments. Substantial interaction with the various business teams and non-revenue teams (including other teams within the Legal Division), as well as significant transactional involvement, will be features of this position. IB Legal acts as an internal legal adviser to the Investment Banking and Capital Solutions Group businesses on all matters, including involvement in a wide range of M&A and equity and debt capital markets transactions and matters outside of the transaction execution context. The judgement and experience of IB Legal members is highly valued, particularly in weighing legal, regulatory, policy, reputational and commercial considerations. IB Legal members are frequently called upon to provide advice and answer questions or to become involved in resolving issues or problems that arise, often in difficult situations involving extreme time pressure and client sensitivity. Significant transactional involvement with various banking teams in deal origination and execution, involving dealing with internal banking clients, outside counsel and other advisers such as accountants, advising on structuring and execution of the transaction, assessing firm legal and reputational risks, reviewing and negotiating documents (including underwriting agreements and engagement letters), identifying and resolving legal, regulatory and policy issues that arise during the course of the transaction. Liaison and co-ordination with other relevant groups throughout the firm, including other teams in the Legal Division, the Conflicts Resolution Group, compliance, regulatory controllers, credit risk, management controls and tax. Playing a key role in responding to legal and regulatory changes (including participation in relevant industry groups) and advising on business practices, policy development and implementation, training and the development and analysis of new products. Responsibility for relationships with external counsel in the investment banking area. QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS 3-5 years qualification or equivalent Language abilities an advantage Experience gained in private practice or in-house advising leading bank(s) involved in the corporate finance market in the UK/Europe Team player with the ability to be pro-active in a dynamic and challenging business environment, whilst adhering to firm policies and practices ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at We offer a wide range of health and welfare programs that vary depending on office location. These generally include medical, dental, short-term disability, long-term disability, life, accidental death, labor accident and business travel accident insurance. We offer competitive vacation policies based on employee level and office location. We promote time off from work to recharge by providing generous vacation entitlements and a minimum of three weeks expected vacation usage each year. Financial Wellness & Retirement We assist employees in saving and planning for retirement, offer financial support for higher education, and provide a number of benefits to help employees prepare for the unexpected. We offer live financial education and content on a variety of topics to address the spectrum of employees' priorities. Health Services We offer a medical advocacy service for employees and family members facing critical health situations, and counseling and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We provide Global Medical, Security and Travel Assistance and a Workplace Ergonomics Program. We also offer state-of-the-art on-site health centers in certain offices. Fitness To encourage employees to live a healthy and active lifestyle, some of our offices feature on-site fitness centers. For eligible employees we typically reimburse fees paid for a fitness club membership or activity (up to a pre-approved amount). Child Care & Family Care We offer on-site child care centers that provide full-time and emergency back-up care, as well as mother and baby rooms and homework rooms. In every office, we provide advice and counseling services, expectant parent resources and transitional programs for parents returning from parental leave. Adoption, surrogacy, egg donation and egg retrieval stipends are also available. Benefits at Goldman Sachs Read more about the full suite of class-leading benefits our firm has to offer.
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Legal, Investment Banking Lawyer, Executive Director, London location_on London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom OUR IMPACT We work at the intersection of finance and law, providing counsel and advice that support activities across the firm. We handle litigation and arbitration, perform research and due diligence, aid in financing and legal filings, deal with contracts and intellectual property rights that show our commitment to clients, shareholders, and regulators. Whether you're an experienced attorney or a quick learner with a strong interest in financial law coupled with critical thinking skills, our dynamic group might be right for you. YOUR IMPACT An experienced corporate finance and capital markets lawyer is sought to join Goldman Sachs' EMEA Investment Banking Legal team, within the EMEA Legal Division and based in London. Investment Banking Legal provides high quality, value-added legal advice and assistance on all aspects of a wide range of transactions undertaken by the EMEA Investment Banking advisory and M&A businesses and the financing businesses of the EMEA Capital Solutions Group (including, ECM, DCM and lending). The role of IB Legal is dynamic, has evolved over time and is expected to continue to evolve in response to the changing needs of Goldman Sachs's many businesses This is a highly pro-active role in guiding the various business and non-revenue areas on legal, regulatory and execution matters as well as in developing and tracking policy and interpreting, and providing training on, legal and regulatory developments. Substantial interaction with the various business teams and non-revenue teams (including other teams within the Legal Division), as well as significant transactional involvement, will be features of this position. IB Legal acts as an internal legal adviser to the Investment Banking and Capital Solutions Group businesses on all matters, including involvement in a wide range of M&A and equity and debt capital markets transactions and matters outside of the transaction execution context. The judgement and experience of IB Legal members is highly valued, particularly in weighing legal, regulatory, policy, reputational and commercial considerations. IB Legal members are frequently called upon to provide advice and answer questions or to become involved in resolving issues or problems that arise, often in difficult situations involving extreme time pressure and client sensitivity. Significant transactional involvement with various banking teams in deal origination and execution, involving dealing with internal banking clients, outside counsel and other advisers such as accountants, advising on structuring and execution of the transaction, assessing firm legal and reputational risks, reviewing and negotiating documents (including underwriting agreements and engagement letters), identifying and resolving legal, regulatory and policy issues that arise during the course of the transaction. Liaison and co-ordination with other relevant groups throughout the firm, including other teams in the Legal Division, the Conflicts Resolution Group, compliance, regulatory controllers, credit risk, management controls and tax. Playing a key role in responding to legal and regulatory changes (including participation in relevant industry groups) and advising on business practices, policy development and implementation, training and the development and analysis of new products. Responsibility for relationships with external counsel in the investment banking area. QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS 3-5 years qualification or equivalent Language abilities an advantage Experience gained in private practice or in-house advising leading bank(s) involved in the corporate finance market in the UK/Europe Team player with the ability to be pro-active in a dynamic and challenging business environment, whilst adhering to firm policies and practices ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at We offer a wide range of health and welfare programs that vary depending on office location. These generally include medical, dental, short-term disability, long-term disability, life, accidental death, labor accident and business travel accident insurance. We offer competitive vacation policies based on employee level and office location. We promote time off from work to recharge by providing generous vacation entitlements and a minimum of three weeks expected vacation usage each year. Financial Wellness & Retirement We assist employees in saving and planning for retirement, offer financial support for higher education, and provide a number of benefits to help employees prepare for the unexpected. We offer live financial education and content on a variety of topics to address the spectrum of employees' priorities. Health Services We offer a medical advocacy service for employees and family members facing critical health situations, and counseling and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We provide Global Medical, Security and Travel Assistance and a Workplace Ergonomics Program. We also offer state-of-the-art on-site health centers in certain offices. Fitness To encourage employees to live a healthy and active lifestyle, some of our offices feature on-site fitness centers. For eligible employees we typically reimburse fees paid for a fitness club membership or activity (up to a pre-approved amount). Child Care & Family Care We offer on-site child care centers that provide full-time and emergency back-up care, as well as mother and baby rooms and homework rooms. In every office, we provide advice and counseling services, expectant parent resources and transitional programs for parents returning from parental leave. Adoption, surrogacy, egg donation and egg retrieval stipends are also available. Benefits at Goldman Sachs Read more about the full suite of class-leading benefits our firm has to offer.
Key Responsibilities - Financial Crime Compliance Lead the financial crime function, ensuring timely and consistent support across the team. Advise on anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, bribery, fraud, tax evasion, and market abuse. Support the MLRO with suspicious activity reports (SARs), regulatory questionnaires, and audits. Monitor regulatory developments and update policies and procedures accordingly. Review and approve high risk clients and matters prior to MLRO escalation. Maintain up to date financial crime policies, procedures, and risk assessments. Deliver training and share knowledge across offices. Attend relevant industry events and share insights with the team. Line manage the AML Manager; support recruitment and team performance. Review and enhance AML systems and processes as needed. General Compliance Advise on broader compliance issues, including conflicts, confidentiality, client terms, and regulatory requirements. Deliver compliance induction training for new legal and professional staff. Assist with periodic file reviews and provide team cover during absences. Requirements Qualified lawyer (3+ years PQE) with compliance or regulatory experience in a legal environment. In depth understanding of UK financial crime legislation and SRA regulations. Strong advisory background in AML and compliance matters across jurisdictions. Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with platforms like iManage or Intapp is a plus. Proven leadership experience; flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities. Apply now! For more information or a confidential discussion please contact Ria Deboise on / If this position isn't for you but you know someone who could be suitable, then please let us know. We offer a generous reward fee for any successful referrals. For full details please see our website. RedLaw acts as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role and strive to make our recruitment process accessible and accommodating to everyone. Our goal is to help our client law firms build teams that reflect the diversity of their communities and customers, creating inclusive environments where all employees feel valued and respected. By applying for this role you consent for your personal information to be treated in accordance with our Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Key Responsibilities - Financial Crime Compliance Lead the financial crime function, ensuring timely and consistent support across the team. Advise on anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, bribery, fraud, tax evasion, and market abuse. Support the MLRO with suspicious activity reports (SARs), regulatory questionnaires, and audits. Monitor regulatory developments and update policies and procedures accordingly. Review and approve high risk clients and matters prior to MLRO escalation. Maintain up to date financial crime policies, procedures, and risk assessments. Deliver training and share knowledge across offices. Attend relevant industry events and share insights with the team. Line manage the AML Manager; support recruitment and team performance. Review and enhance AML systems and processes as needed. General Compliance Advise on broader compliance issues, including conflicts, confidentiality, client terms, and regulatory requirements. Deliver compliance induction training for new legal and professional staff. Assist with periodic file reviews and provide team cover during absences. Requirements Qualified lawyer (3+ years PQE) with compliance or regulatory experience in a legal environment. In depth understanding of UK financial crime legislation and SRA regulations. Strong advisory background in AML and compliance matters across jurisdictions. Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with platforms like iManage or Intapp is a plus. Proven leadership experience; flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities. Apply now! For more information or a confidential discussion please contact Ria Deboise on / If this position isn't for you but you know someone who could be suitable, then please let us know. We offer a generous reward fee for any successful referrals. For full details please see our website. RedLaw acts as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role and strive to make our recruitment process accessible and accommodating to everyone. Our goal is to help our client law firms build teams that reflect the diversity of their communities and customers, creating inclusive environments where all employees feel valued and respected. By applying for this role you consent for your personal information to be treated in accordance with our Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.
