Position Details Commercial Litigation Lawyer Grade: PO3 - PO5 Reports to: Senior Commercial Litigation Lawyer Direct reports: None Your team: Commercial Litigation Team Service area: Law and Governance Directorate: Resources Special Requirements of the Post Workstyle: Desk-based worker (Lower presence, one day a week minimum) Colleagues who are not usually client or customer-facing and can mostly work anywhere with the right technology. Regular on-site activities are required such as team events and collaboration that are more productive face to face Our Mission Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn't be clearer: we serve. It's in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future. To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out 'CARE', which is what we think public service is all about. Overview of the Role To provide high level and proactive advice and assistance in Commercial Litigation Law and Procedure. To have conduct of a heavy caseload in all areas of practice and act as advocate on behalf of the Council. Key Responsibilities To provide specialist and pro active legal advice and assistance at a senior level on all aspects of Commercial Litigation law matters. To handle complex litigation on Commercial Litigation matters, undertake advocacy and to instruct counsel when necessary. To advise on the Council's powers and its procedures and assist in ensuring the legality of its decision making. To consider and give advice on committee and other similar reports and to attend committee. To take a lead in developing policy and good practice within the post-holder's area of responsibility. To deal with corporate complaints and Member enquiries when appropriate. To lead, plan or participate in corporate policy or project groups dealing with relevant policy and practice and related issues. To keep up to date with changes in the law and other developments in this area of work, and to advise on any action to be taken as a result, and to provide training to clients, members and the Legal department. To use and assist others to use information technology systems (adhering to corporate standards such as those relating to Internet and E mail). To carry out duties in the most efficient and effective manner and to promote the development of new IT initiatives within the Team and ensure that duties are undertaken with due regard to compliance with the Data Protection Act and other relevant legislation. To provide cover as necessary for other areas within the team or within Legal Services as a whole. To meet the chargeable hours target for the post and the agreed performance and quality standards as fixed by the Legal Services Management Team. Any additional duties consistent with the grade and level of responsibility of this position, for which the holder possesses the required experience and/or training. Compliance Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and policy requirements under GDPR, Health and Safety, Employee Code of Conduct and in your area of expertise by identifying opportunities and risks, and escalating issues as necessary. Person Specification Your application form needs to demonstrate how you fulfil the role's requirements. It is essential to address the criteria, as this will be used to evaluate your suitability for the position. Essential and Desirable Criteria Essential: the basic requirements that must be met for someone to be considered for a particular job. These criteria are mandatory and cannot be negotiated. Essential criteria directly impact the core qualifications or skills necessary to perform the job effectively. Desirable: the additional qualities, skills, or qualifications that would be advantageous for a candidate to possess but are not mandatory. Not meeting them does not automatically disqualify someone from consideration for the job. This also allows candidates who do not possess certain desirable criteria the opportunity to explain how their other knowledge, experience and skills relate to these and what they may be in the process of doing or willing to do to achieve these. Knowledge, experience, and skills Admitted solicitor or qualified barrister in England (or comparable jurisdiction) or fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives - Essential A minimum of two years' post qualification experience in the legal profession, or exceptional experience of a shorter duration - Essential A minimum of 6 months of dealing with complex commercial litigation matters, or exceptional experience of shorter duration - Essential A thorough knowledge of commercial litigation law, and knowledge of or ability to acquire knowledge of information/data protection law - Essential A thorough knowledge of the procedural requirements of the Civil Procedure Rules, and the Land Tribunal rules - Essential Ability to obtain evidence, evaluate evidence, prepare cases and appear as an advocate on behalf of the Council in Court, Tribunals and Inquiries - Essential Ability to advise on, draft, and amend the Council's policies to ensure compliance with the law and best practice - Essential Ability to communicate well in writing and orally with good presentation skills - Essential Ability to give clear and proactive legal advice to officers and members, whether in writing or orally, including at Committees and to deliver efficient and high quality services to members and service areas in all areas of work for which the postholder is responsible - Essential Ability to handle complex legal matters within area of responsibility personally - Essential Ability to work as part of a team, and supervising the work of others, and ability to assist with the training and development of staff - Essential Our Accreditations Our accreditations include Disability Confident Leader, The Mayor's Good Work Standard, London Living Wage Employer, Stonewall Diversity Champion, and Employer with Heart.
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Position Details Commercial Litigation Lawyer Grade: PO3 - PO5 Reports to: Senior Commercial Litigation Lawyer Direct reports: None Your team: Commercial Litigation Team Service area: Law and Governance Directorate: Resources Special Requirements of the Post Workstyle: Desk-based worker (Lower presence, one day a week minimum) Colleagues who are not usually client or customer-facing and can mostly work anywhere with the right technology. Regular on-site activities are required such as team events and collaboration that are more productive face to face Our Mission Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn't be clearer: we serve. It's in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future. To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out 'CARE', which is what we think public service is all about. Overview of the Role To provide high level and proactive advice and assistance in Commercial Litigation Law and Procedure. To have conduct of a heavy caseload in all areas of practice and act as advocate on behalf of the Council. Key Responsibilities To provide specialist and pro active legal advice and assistance at a senior level on all aspects of Commercial Litigation law matters. To handle complex litigation on Commercial Litigation matters, undertake advocacy and to instruct counsel when necessary. To advise on the Council's powers and its procedures and assist in ensuring the legality of its decision making. To consider and give advice on committee and other similar reports and to attend committee. To take a lead in developing policy and good practice within the post-holder's area of responsibility. To deal with corporate complaints and Member enquiries when appropriate. To lead, plan or participate in corporate policy or project groups dealing with relevant policy and practice and related issues. To keep up to date with changes in the law and other developments in this area of work, and to advise on any action to be taken as a result, and to provide training to clients, members and the Legal department. To use and assist others to use information technology systems (adhering to corporate standards such as those relating to Internet and E mail). To carry out duties in the most efficient and effective manner and to promote the development of new IT initiatives within the Team and ensure that duties are undertaken with due regard to compliance with the Data Protection Act and other relevant legislation. To provide cover as necessary for other areas within the team or within Legal Services as a whole. To meet the chargeable hours target for the post and the agreed performance and quality standards as fixed by the Legal Services Management Team. Any additional duties consistent with the grade and level of responsibility of this position, for which the holder possesses the required experience and/or training. Compliance Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and policy requirements under GDPR, Health and Safety, Employee Code of Conduct and in your area of expertise by identifying opportunities and risks, and escalating issues as necessary. Person Specification Your application form needs to demonstrate how you fulfil the role's requirements. It is essential to address the criteria, as this will be used to evaluate your suitability for the position. Essential and Desirable Criteria Essential: the basic requirements that must be met for someone to be considered for a particular job. These criteria are mandatory and cannot be negotiated. Essential criteria directly impact the core qualifications or skills necessary to perform the job effectively. Desirable: the additional qualities, skills, or qualifications that would be advantageous for a candidate to possess but are not mandatory. Not meeting them does not automatically disqualify someone from consideration for the job. This also allows candidates who do not possess certain desirable criteria the opportunity to explain how their other knowledge, experience and skills relate to these and what they may be in the process of doing or willing to do to achieve these. Knowledge, experience, and skills Admitted solicitor or qualified barrister in England (or comparable jurisdiction) or fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives - Essential A minimum of two years' post qualification experience in the legal profession, or exceptional experience of a shorter duration - Essential A minimum of 6 months of dealing with complex commercial litigation matters, or exceptional experience of shorter duration - Essential A thorough knowledge of commercial litigation law, and knowledge of or ability to acquire knowledge of information/data protection law - Essential A thorough knowledge of the procedural requirements of the Civil Procedure Rules, and the Land Tribunal rules - Essential Ability to obtain evidence, evaluate evidence, prepare cases and appear as an advocate on behalf of the Council in Court, Tribunals and Inquiries - Essential Ability to advise on, draft, and amend the Council's policies to ensure compliance with the law and best practice - Essential Ability to communicate well in writing and orally with good presentation skills - Essential Ability to give clear and proactive legal advice to officers and members, whether in writing or orally, including at Committees and to deliver efficient and high quality services to members and service areas in all areas of work for which the postholder is responsible - Essential Ability to handle complex legal matters within area of responsibility personally - Essential Ability to work as part of a team, and supervising the work of others, and ability to assist with the training and development of staff - Essential Our Accreditations Our accreditations include Disability Confident Leader, The Mayor's Good Work Standard, London Living Wage Employer, Stonewall Diversity Champion, and Employer with Heart.
We are delighted to be supporting a respected, long-established Somerset law firm with the recruitment of both a Head of Private Client and a Private Client Solicitor to join their well-regarded team in Midsomer Norton. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, supportive firm with strong roots in the local community. The private client department has a well-established portfolio, offering a consistent flow of quality work across wills, probate, trusts, estate administration, tax planning, and Court of Protection matters. The firm prides itself on its reputation for providing trusted advice to generations of families in the area. The Head of Department Role As Head of Private Client, you will lead a busy and successful team, taking responsibility for supervising junior colleagues, managing workflows, and ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality client service. Alongside leadership responsibilities, you will handle your own varied caseload of private client matters and play an active role in the growth and development of the department. The Private Client Solicitor Role As a Private Client Solicitor, you will manage a varied caseload independently, with the support of experienced colleagues around you. You will be client-facing, dealing with sensitive matters with empathy and professionalism, while developing trusted relationships across the community. About You Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with experience in private client work. For the Head of Department role: proven leadership skills with the ability to supervise, support, and motivate a team. Excellent technical knowledge across wills, probate, trusts, tax planning, and estate administration. Strong client care skills, with the ability to deal with matters sensitively and build long-term relationships. Organised, approachable, and proactive with a team-oriented mindset. Why Join This Firm? Work with a respected and long-established law firm deeply embedded in its rural community. Lead a busy private client team with a strong existing portfolio and opportunities for growth. Enjoy a friendly, supportive working environment with approachable colleagues. Be part of a firm with an excellent reputation for client care and community focus. Competitive salary and benefits, with genuine career progression opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity for either an ambitious solicitor looking to take on a leadership role, or for an experienced private client solicitor seeking to develop their career in a well-established and supportive Somerset practice. Next steps Please get in touch if you would like more information about this role or send your CV via the form below in complete confidence and we will get back to you. If you would prefer to talk to us in the first instance, please get in touch About Us - Legal Southwest Discover more about who we are and what it's like to work with us. Visit our LinkedIn page; Legal Southwest Ltd LinkedIn Legal Southwest will never, without exception, send out your CV without your prior knowledge or consent so please be assured that we treat every application with the utmost confidentiality.
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
We are delighted to be supporting a respected, long-established Somerset law firm with the recruitment of both a Head of Private Client and a Private Client Solicitor to join their well-regarded team in Midsomer Norton. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, supportive firm with strong roots in the local community. The private client department has a well-established portfolio, offering a consistent flow of quality work across wills, probate, trusts, estate administration, tax planning, and Court of Protection matters. The firm prides itself on its reputation for providing trusted advice to generations of families in the area. The Head of Department Role As Head of Private Client, you will lead a busy and successful team, taking responsibility for supervising junior colleagues, managing workflows, and ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality client service. Alongside leadership responsibilities, you will handle your own varied caseload of private client matters and play an active role in the growth and development of the department. The Private Client Solicitor Role As a Private Client Solicitor, you will manage a varied caseload independently, with the support of experienced colleagues around you. You will be client-facing, dealing with sensitive matters with empathy and professionalism, while developing trusted relationships across the community. About You Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with experience in private client work. For the Head of Department role: proven leadership skills with the ability to supervise, support, and motivate a team. Excellent technical knowledge across wills, probate, trusts, tax planning, and estate administration. Strong client care skills, with the ability to deal with matters sensitively and build long-term relationships. Organised, approachable, and proactive with a team-oriented mindset. Why Join This Firm? Work with a respected and long-established law firm deeply embedded in its rural community. Lead a busy private client team with a strong existing portfolio and opportunities for growth. Enjoy a friendly, supportive working environment with approachable colleagues. Be part of a firm with an excellent reputation for client care and community focus. Competitive salary and benefits, with genuine career progression opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity for either an ambitious solicitor looking to take on a leadership role, or for an experienced private client solicitor seeking to develop their career in a well-established and supportive Somerset practice. Next steps Please get in touch if you would like more information about this role or send your CV via the form below in complete confidence and we will get back to you. If you would prefer to talk to us in the first instance, please get in touch About Us - Legal Southwest Discover more about who we are and what it's like to work with us. Visit our LinkedIn page; Legal Southwest Ltd LinkedIn Legal Southwest will never, without exception, send out your CV without your prior knowledge or consent so please be assured that we treat every application with the utmost confidentiality.
Overview Private Client Lawyer - Poole Townsend Location: Barrow-in-Furness (other Poole Townsend offices and hybrid considered) Position: Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive - Legal Department (full-time/part-time) Permanent position available About Us Poole Townsend is a highly respected, long-established firm providing expert legal, financial, and estate agency services across the South Lakes and Furness Peninsula. With five offices and a client-focused approach, we're proud to offer a comprehensive and professional service to our community. Due to expansion, we are currently seeking a Private Client Lawyer to join our experienced and friendly legal team. The Role As a Private Client Lawyer, you will manage a diverse caseload of private client matters including wills, probate, LPAs, trusts, estate administration, tax, and Court of Protection work. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality legal advice and a responsive, personal service to a loyal and growing client base. Responsibilities Managing a full and varied caseload of private client matters from start to finish Providing clear and accurate legal advice to clients and maintaining regular communication throughout Preparing and advising on wills, lasting powers of attorney, trusts, tax, and estate planning Handling estate administration and probate including all associated Government forms and processes Ensuring compliance with internal procedures and relevant legal frameworks Maintaining accurate records using a case management system Actively promoting Poole Townsend's full range of services What We're Looking For Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum of 3 years' PQE preferred in private client work Excellent client care, communication, and interpersonal skills Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines effectively A high level of accuracy and attention to detail Confident working independently while being part of a supportive team STEP qualification is desirable; however, support will be provided for those working towards it Competent IT skills, including case management and Microsoft Office What We Offer Competitive salary, dependent on experience 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and discretionary Christmas leave) Hybrid working up to 2 days per week, where business and client needs allow Immediate access to an existing client base Medicash health cash plan, employee assistance programme, staff discounts, and more Friendly, supportive team culture and regular company events Ongoing training and professional development opportunities How to Apply If you're passionate about providing exceptional private client services and want to work with a forward-thinking firm, we'd love to hear from you. Full-time hours are Monday to Thursday, 9am - 5pm & Friday 9am - 4:30pm. Be part of a firm where your expertise helps clients feel supported, informed, and in safe hands. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Poole Townsend are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Overview Private Client Lawyer - Poole Townsend Location: Barrow-in-Furness (other Poole Townsend offices and hybrid considered) Position: Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive - Legal Department (full-time/part-time) Permanent position available About Us Poole Townsend is a highly respected, long-established firm providing expert legal, financial, and estate agency services across the South Lakes and Furness Peninsula. With five offices and a client-focused approach, we're proud to offer a comprehensive and professional service to our community. Due to expansion, we are currently seeking a Private Client Lawyer to join our experienced and friendly legal team. The Role As a Private Client Lawyer, you will manage a diverse caseload of private client matters including wills, probate, LPAs, trusts, estate administration, tax, and Court of Protection work. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality legal advice and a responsive, personal service to a loyal and growing client base. Responsibilities Managing a full and varied caseload of private client matters from start to finish Providing clear and accurate legal advice to clients and maintaining regular communication throughout Preparing and advising on wills, lasting powers of attorney, trusts, tax, and estate planning Handling estate administration and probate including all associated Government forms and processes Ensuring compliance with internal procedures and relevant legal frameworks Maintaining accurate records using a case management system Actively promoting Poole Townsend's full range of services What We're Looking For Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum of 3 years' PQE preferred in private client work Excellent client care, communication, and interpersonal skills Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines effectively A high level of accuracy and attention to detail Confident working independently while being part of a supportive team STEP qualification is desirable; however, support will be provided for those working towards it Competent IT skills, including case management and Microsoft Office What We Offer Competitive salary, dependent on experience 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and discretionary Christmas leave) Hybrid working up to 2 days per week, where business and client needs allow Immediate access to an existing client base Medicash health cash plan, employee assistance programme, staff discounts, and more Friendly, supportive team culture and regular company events Ongoing training and professional development opportunities How to Apply If you're passionate about providing exceptional private client services and want to work with a forward-thinking firm, we'd love to hear from you. Full-time hours are Monday to Thursday, 9am - 5pm & Friday 9am - 4:30pm. Be part of a firm where your expertise helps clients feel supported, informed, and in safe hands. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Poole Townsend are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
A well-established law firm in Lincolnshire is seeking a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with experience in Court of Protection matters. The role involves managing client files, drafting applications, and providing support to clients and other professionals. Candidates should be proactive, organized, and possess excellent communication skills. This position offers flexible working arrangements across various office locations.
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
A well-established law firm in Lincolnshire is seeking a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with experience in Court of Protection matters. The role involves managing client files, drafting applications, and providing support to clients and other professionals. Candidates should be proactive, organized, and possess excellent communication skills. This position offers flexible working arrangements across various office locations.
Property & Infrastructure Disputes, Edinburgh Main information PQE: 2-5 Term type: Permanent Department: Property & Infrastructure Disputes Location: Edinburgh The team The role will be to join Colin Archibald's team within the firm's Property & Infrastructure (PID) group, to specialise in both Property Litigation and Contentious Construction work. The role will involve providing, and supporting senior colleagues in the provision of legal advice to clients of the firm across a broad range of property and construction dispute work. The property litigation work includes advising on complex property contract disputes, landlord and tenant issues, title issues and boundary disputes, servitudes and rights of way, and property related debt recovery work. The team has a particular specialism in telecoms work, advising on issues arising under the Electronic Communications Code (ECC). In addition, the team regularly advises on a range of contentious construction matters, with a particular focus on post-completion defects claims and professional indemnity work. The team works closely with colleagues both within the PID practice group and around the firm, and in particular colleagues in the firm's Property and Infrastructure teams. This role is for a Solicitor with between two and five years' PQE. The role Candidate Profile Exceptional time management skills Exceptional communication skills Strong ability to carry out legal research independently Previous experience of both property litigation, including ECC work, and contentious construction work would be helpful, but not essential Strong problem-solving skills Experience of and enthusiasm for court and tribunal appearance work Technical/Legal Skills Demonstrates appropriate range of legal knowledge and, with assistance, can identify issues outside their expertise and seek appropriate assistance. Demonstrates initiative to obtain relevant information to complete tasks. Produces a solution best addressing the client's requirements, with guidance. Demonstrates potential to display effective spoken and written advocacy skills. If appropriate, seeks to comply with formalities required in connection with spoken and written advocacy and deals with witnesses and opposing arguments effectively. Business/Work Management Works as part of a team and identifies strategies to manage work in order to attain objectives within agreed timescales and budgets. Keeps all clients and colleagues up-to-date with latest developments. Complies with all firm policies and procedures, including financial. Implements improvements in working methods. Prepares well for meetings. Makes effective use of the firm's information management systems, and complies with all legal and regulatory requirements. Business Development & Client Relationship Management Communicates clearly with prospective and current clients in all contexts. Assists in assessing scope of work and fees within teams. Is aware of the impact of external market forces on clients and identifies trends which may lead to opportunities. Develops effective ways of delivering client solutions with minimum guidance. Developing an understanding of how to build client relations. Developing an understanding of client care issues. Communicates client feedback to senior team members. Developing an understanding of value of activity versus time spent. Participates in marketing activities. Developing effective presentational and writing skills. Understands importance of cross selling opportunities to the firm and has the ability to implement. People Management Developing an effective personal presence with partners and colleagues. Demonstrates ability to manage and supervise work effectively, and to seek or provide support when required. Delegates work effectively to appropriate fee earning and non-fee earning staff. Gives well prepared and presented training sessions. Supports diversity & inclusion and ESG initiatives within the team. Personal Development and Knowledge Management Completes appropriate CPD hours. Maintains an adequate and up to date understanding of relevant law, policy and practice, and to identify where legal research is required. Takes responsibility for personal learning and development, evaluates strengths and limitations in relation to the demands of their work, and reflects on and learns from others. Undertakes personal study/research to address gaps in knowledge. Utilises internal/external knowledge resources and current awareness information, e.g. libraries, daily current awareness/plc newsletter etc. Contributes to firm's knowledge resources. Gives well prepared and presented training sessions with minimum guidance. Ethics, Professionalism and Judgment Recognition of ethical issues and will raise with appropriate person. Demonstrates an understanding and application of the ethical concepts which govern their role and behaviour as a lawyer. Identifies the relevant LSS, SRA or LSI principles and rules of professional conduct, and seeks assistance in applying them. Resists pressure to condone, ignore or commit unethical behaviour. Respects diversity, and acts fairly and inclusively. Discloses when work is beyond their personal capability and recognises when they have made mistakes and takes appropriate action. Seeks expert advice when required, and makes effective use of feedback, guidance and support received. Firm Contribution Assists in the development of team's operational goals. Displays an awareness of organisational goals and has an engaged commitment to team goals. Participates in extra practice events to assist development of firm. Other information HR Contact If you would like further information on the role or require accommodations to make your application please contact Louise Hughes on . At Shepherd and Wedderburn we strive to provide a supportive, inclusive and high performance working environment, where everyone feels they belong. Diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our business and we therefore welcome applicants from different backgrounds to all levels of the organisation. To foster inclusivity we particularly encourage applications from those who may be from underrepresented groups, including candidates from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBT+ people, people with disabilities or who are neurodivergent and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. GDPR Shepherd and Wedderburn is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information that we collect as a "data controller". The information provided by you will be processed in accordance with our GDPR Privacy Notice for Applicants and Work Experience Students. If you are successful in obtaining paid employment with us, we will hold your information in accordance with our Privacy Notice and Data Retention Policy for Personnel, which will be provided to you at the relevant time. We will process the information you provide solely for the purpose of evaluating your application for employment. The information will be disclosed to the interview panel (if relevant), your line manager (if appointed), and Human Resources staff members. We may contact any references provided for the purposes of discussing your application, and will ask your permission before doing so. If you provide any information deemed to be "special category" information under the General Data Protection Regulation, we may use this as follows: We will use information about your disability status to provide appropriate adjustments to the interview process. We will use any information provided in our diversity monitoring form about your race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender identity, gender expression, social mobility background, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, any disability information, age, and marital/civil partnership status to ensure meaningful equal opportunity monitoring and reporting. Any analysis of this data will be done on an anonymous basis. Should your application be unsuccessful, the information provided will be deleted within 1 year of a decision not to progress your application. If you have any further questions about how we process and store your information, or your rights in relation to this, please refer to our GDPR Privacy Notice for Applicants and Work Experience Students (available at )
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Property & Infrastructure Disputes, Edinburgh Main information PQE: 2-5 Term type: Permanent Department: Property & Infrastructure Disputes Location: Edinburgh The team The role will be to join Colin Archibald's team within the firm's Property & Infrastructure (PID) group, to specialise in both Property Litigation and Contentious Construction work. The role will involve providing, and supporting senior colleagues in the provision of legal advice to clients of the firm across a broad range of property and construction dispute work. The property litigation work includes advising on complex property contract disputes, landlord and tenant issues, title issues and boundary disputes, servitudes and rights of way, and property related debt recovery work. The team has a particular specialism in telecoms work, advising on issues arising under the Electronic Communications Code (ECC). In addition, the team regularly advises on a range of contentious construction matters, with a particular focus on post-completion defects claims and professional indemnity work. The team works closely with colleagues both within the PID practice group and around the firm, and in particular colleagues in the firm's Property and Infrastructure teams. This role is for a Solicitor with between two and five years' PQE. The role Candidate Profile Exceptional time management skills Exceptional communication skills Strong ability to carry out legal research independently Previous experience of both property litigation, including ECC work, and contentious construction work would be helpful, but not essential Strong problem-solving skills Experience of and enthusiasm for court and tribunal appearance work Technical/Legal Skills Demonstrates appropriate range of legal knowledge and, with assistance, can identify issues outside their expertise and seek appropriate assistance. Demonstrates initiative to obtain relevant information to complete tasks. Produces a solution best addressing the client's requirements, with guidance. Demonstrates potential to display effective spoken and written advocacy skills. If appropriate, seeks to comply with formalities required in connection with spoken and written advocacy and deals with witnesses and opposing arguments effectively. Business/Work Management Works as part of a team and identifies strategies to manage work in order to attain objectives within agreed timescales and budgets. Keeps all clients and colleagues up-to-date with latest developments. Complies with all firm policies and procedures, including financial. Implements improvements in working methods. Prepares well for meetings. Makes effective use of the firm's information management systems, and complies with all legal and regulatory requirements. Business Development & Client Relationship Management Communicates clearly with prospective and current clients in all contexts. Assists in assessing scope of work and fees within teams. Is aware of the impact of external market forces on clients and identifies trends which may lead to opportunities. Develops effective ways of delivering client solutions with minimum guidance. Developing an understanding of how to build client relations. Developing an understanding of client care issues. Communicates client feedback to senior team members. Developing an understanding of value of activity versus time spent. Participates in marketing activities. Developing effective presentational and writing skills. Understands importance of cross selling opportunities to the firm and has the ability to implement. People Management Developing an effective personal presence with partners and colleagues. Demonstrates ability to manage and supervise work effectively, and to seek or provide support when required. Delegates work effectively to appropriate fee earning and non-fee earning staff. Gives well prepared and presented training sessions. Supports diversity & inclusion and ESG initiatives within the team. Personal Development and Knowledge Management Completes appropriate CPD hours. Maintains an adequate and up to date understanding of relevant law, policy and practice, and to identify where legal research is required. Takes responsibility for personal learning and development, evaluates strengths and limitations in relation to the demands of their work, and reflects on and learns from others. Undertakes personal study/research to address gaps in knowledge. Utilises internal/external knowledge resources and current awareness information, e.g. libraries, daily current awareness/plc newsletter etc. Contributes to firm's knowledge resources. Gives well prepared and presented training sessions with minimum guidance. Ethics, Professionalism and Judgment Recognition of ethical issues and will raise with appropriate person. Demonstrates an understanding and application of the ethical concepts which govern their role and behaviour as a lawyer. Identifies the relevant LSS, SRA or LSI principles and rules of professional conduct, and seeks assistance in applying them. Resists pressure to condone, ignore or commit unethical behaviour. Respects diversity, and acts fairly and inclusively. Discloses when work is beyond their personal capability and recognises when they have made mistakes and takes appropriate action. Seeks expert advice when required, and makes effective use of feedback, guidance and support received. Firm Contribution Assists in the development of team's operational goals. Displays an awareness of organisational goals and has an engaged commitment to team goals. Participates in extra practice events to assist development of firm. Other information HR Contact If you would like further information on the role or require accommodations to make your application please contact Louise Hughes on . At Shepherd and Wedderburn we strive to provide a supportive, inclusive and high performance working environment, where everyone feels they belong. Diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our business and we therefore welcome applicants from different backgrounds to all levels of the organisation. To foster inclusivity we particularly encourage applications from those who may be from underrepresented groups, including candidates from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBT+ people, people with disabilities or who are neurodivergent and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. GDPR Shepherd and Wedderburn is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information that we collect as a "data controller". The information provided by you will be processed in accordance with our GDPR Privacy Notice for Applicants and Work Experience Students. If you are successful in obtaining paid employment with us, we will hold your information in accordance with our Privacy Notice and Data Retention Policy for Personnel, which will be provided to you at the relevant time. We will process the information you provide solely for the purpose of evaluating your application for employment. The information will be disclosed to the interview panel (if relevant), your line manager (if appointed), and Human Resources staff members. We may contact any references provided for the purposes of discussing your application, and will ask your permission before doing so. If you provide any information deemed to be "special category" information under the General Data Protection Regulation, we may use this as follows: We will use information about your disability status to provide appropriate adjustments to the interview process. We will use any information provided in our diversity monitoring form about your race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender identity, gender expression, social mobility background, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, any disability information, age, and marital/civil partnership status to ensure meaningful equal opportunity monitoring and reporting. Any analysis of this data will be done on an anonymous basis. Should your application be unsuccessful, the information provided will be deleted within 1 year of a decision not to progress your application. 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Solicitor - SHE - Belfast Department: CSG - Strategic (Advocacy / Costs / Safety, Health and Environment / Criminal / Abuse / Travel) Employment Type: Permanent Location: Belfast Description Are you looking for a role where you will be intellectually challenged, but treated with respect? Or an environment where you can enjoy industry leading work quality without compromising on client contact and business development? An opportunity in our Belfast Regulatory SHE team may be for you. Our national Regulatory Team specialise in advising individuals and organisations facing criminal investigations for corporate manslaughter, gross negligence manslaughter and breaches of regulatory law related to health and safety, fire safety, food safety and environmental law. We also provide advice in relation to product safety, advice and representations to clients involved in inquests and in Public Inquiries. We employ over 30 specialist lawyers across a number of key locations, where we are looking to expand due to client and case demands. We are interested in candidates who are based in Northern Ireland who have a well rounded experience of both regulatory and civil proceedings. Experience of investigations and prosecutions by the Police, HSENI, Local Authorities, NIEA, and other regulators would be ideal. The successful candidate should ideally have experience of PACE interviews, criminal advocacy, investigating incidents, interviewing witnesses, and providing advice to clients on compliance issues and related advice, as well as dealing with civil litigation proceedings. So, why should you be excited about a career with us? We have a diverse range of clients across all the major industries and their insures. We are instructed in a number of high profile cases and have a varied and sustainable pipeline of work. We work with lawyers in other practice groups, where their skills and sector knowledge complement ours. Our team are empowered to develop their own client contacts and relationships from the start of their careers. You will see how your contribution directly impacts on your clients and understand how the service you provide helps them. All across our team, from our emerging talent to our senior leadership, you won't find a closed door, real or virtual. We are part of an international firm with over 2,500 colleagues across 9 countries and with a myriad of international associations further bolstering our capabilities. We are looking to strengthen the SHE team, with a focus on Northern Ireland. What you will do? You are expected to provide a timely, professional and high quality service to our clients. Depending on your role you will be expected to: Work on a busy and varied case load encompassing a range of contentious and non contentious regulatory issues for a variety of clients. Work on civil litigation proceedings. Act as a point of contact for clients working in accordance with client protocols, demonstrating a level of knowledge and skill commensurate with experience. Assist with business development activities including assisting in the preparation and delivery of pitches, presentations and training events Demonstrate sound file management - to include compliance with DAC Beachcroft protocols and any client protocols as required; consistent and accurate billing and credit control; management of WIP and file closures; updating Management Information Use our Case Management System and accurately record daily activities Assume responsibility for quality control and benchmark compliance on own caseload, including accuracy and timeliness of management reporting and information Maintain an understanding of other practice areas and an active internal network Maintain and develop technical knowledge through attendance at training sessions, reading appropriate publications and exceeding Law Society CPD requirements Who you are You will have at least 2 years PQE with experience gained within a regulatory focused environment, in private practice or elsewhere. You will ideally have experience of advising on regulatory work including - HSENI/PSNI/NIEA & Inquest experience, interviews under caution, advocacy in the Magistrate's Court, preparing for sentencing hearings, as well as a strong background in Northern Ireland civil litigation. Willingness to travel at short notice to attend incidents on the ground as they happen - a driving licence essential. Be available to cover court throughout Northern Ireland as the need arises. Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and technical skills, with a common sense ability to cross reference evidence and foresee issues arising. You will understand performance based analytics, and how to record same, in terms of both time and fee income Demonstrates alignment with the Firm's Cultural Principles (Clear, Creative, Determined and Supportive). What's in it for you? High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance - A well rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits) Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding In person and remote social events Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive). If you are excited about this role and being part of our culture, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Solicitor - SHE - Belfast Department: CSG - Strategic (Advocacy / Costs / Safety, Health and Environment / Criminal / Abuse / Travel) Employment Type: Permanent Location: Belfast Description Are you looking for a role where you will be intellectually challenged, but treated with respect? Or an environment where you can enjoy industry leading work quality without compromising on client contact and business development? An opportunity in our Belfast Regulatory SHE team may be for you. Our national Regulatory Team specialise in advising individuals and organisations facing criminal investigations for corporate manslaughter, gross negligence manslaughter and breaches of regulatory law related to health and safety, fire safety, food safety and environmental law. We also provide advice in relation to product safety, advice and representations to clients involved in inquests and in Public Inquiries. We employ over 30 specialist lawyers across a number of key locations, where we are looking to expand due to client and case demands. We are interested in candidates who are based in Northern Ireland who have a well rounded experience of both regulatory and civil proceedings. Experience of investigations and prosecutions by the Police, HSENI, Local Authorities, NIEA, and other regulators would be ideal. The successful candidate should ideally have experience of PACE interviews, criminal advocacy, investigating incidents, interviewing witnesses, and providing advice to clients on compliance issues and related advice, as well as dealing with civil litigation proceedings. So, why should you be excited about a career with us? We have a diverse range of clients across all the major industries and their insures. We are instructed in a number of high profile cases and have a varied and sustainable pipeline of work. We work with lawyers in other practice groups, where their skills and sector knowledge complement ours. Our team are empowered to develop their own client contacts and relationships from the start of their careers. You will see how your contribution directly impacts on your clients and understand how the service you provide helps them. All across our team, from our emerging talent to our senior leadership, you won't find a closed door, real or virtual. We are part of an international firm with over 2,500 colleagues across 9 countries and with a myriad of international associations further bolstering our capabilities. We are looking to strengthen the SHE team, with a focus on Northern Ireland. What you will do? You are expected to provide a timely, professional and high quality service to our clients. Depending on your role you will be expected to: Work on a busy and varied case load encompassing a range of contentious and non contentious regulatory issues for a variety of clients. Work on civil litigation proceedings. Act as a point of contact for clients working in accordance with client protocols, demonstrating a level of knowledge and skill commensurate with experience. Assist with business development activities including assisting in the preparation and delivery of pitches, presentations and training events Demonstrate sound file management - to include compliance with DAC Beachcroft protocols and any client protocols as required; consistent and accurate billing and credit control; management of WIP and file closures; updating Management Information Use our Case Management System and accurately record daily activities Assume responsibility for quality control and benchmark compliance on own caseload, including accuracy and timeliness of management reporting and information Maintain an understanding of other practice areas and an active internal network Maintain and develop technical knowledge through attendance at training sessions, reading appropriate publications and exceeding Law Society CPD requirements Who you are You will have at least 2 years PQE with experience gained within a regulatory focused environment, in private practice or elsewhere. You will ideally have experience of advising on regulatory work including - HSENI/PSNI/NIEA & Inquest experience, interviews under caution, advocacy in the Magistrate's Court, preparing for sentencing hearings, as well as a strong background in Northern Ireland civil litigation. Willingness to travel at short notice to attend incidents on the ground as they happen - a driving licence essential. Be available to cover court throughout Northern Ireland as the need arises. Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and technical skills, with a common sense ability to cross reference evidence and foresee issues arising. You will understand performance based analytics, and how to record same, in terms of both time and fee income Demonstrates alignment with the Firm's Cultural Principles (Clear, Creative, Determined and Supportive). What's in it for you? High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance - A well rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits) Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding In person and remote social events Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive). If you are excited about this role and being part of our culture, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!
Private Client Solicitor/Associate or Legal Executive (5+ PQE) - Cambridge The Private Client Team OurPrivateClient team helps our clients to put plans and systems in place, to make sure their wishes are achieved and the future of their families safeguarded. Our work includes wills, trusts, complex lifetime tax planning, estate administration, powers of attorney and Court of Protection. We have team members based in all our offices in Cambridge, Bury St Edmunds, Ipswich and Norwich and we share work, expertise and support across the team. The Role We are looking for a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive to join us who is ambitious and keen to grow within their role. We would like you to have at least five years relevant post qualification experience as you will be responsible for your own caseload as well as working alongside the members of the Private Clientteam. Amongst other matters, you can expect to work on complex estate administration involving taxable estates, often with agricultural and business elements, preparation of deeds of variation and declarations of trust. You will advise clients on issues surrounding succession, tax and mental capacity and will be working within the team who have specialism in advising both high net worth individuals as well as elderly and vulnerable clients and their families. You will also work on Court of Protection matters. You will have the opportunity to work across all areas of private client work to build your skills across the discipline. Ashtons Legal offers great opportunities to develop and maintain both technical and leadership and management skills. On a day to day basis, you can expect to: Manage your own caseload, including good financial housekeeping Develop, support, supervise and coach more junior members of the team Conduct meetings with clients, either face to face or remotely Assess legal issues and advise accordingly Advise on costs and scope of work Conduct legal research Draft documents and letters Keep up to date with law and practice Assist the Lifetime Planning Team based in other offices when required Assist in the development of long term client relationships including assisting and attending business development activities Be confident in the use of technology, both in regard to a case management system and also as a means of working with clients and colleagues and maintaining strong relationships Knowledge, skills and experience required Be qualified as a Solicitor or qualified CILEX Lawyer You will have at leasttwo years of post-qualification relevant experience in private client work, particularly estate administration, and working with vulnerable clients Be willing to learn and develop technical skills as well as obtain additional qualifications such as STEP and Lifetime Lawyers (SFE), as required
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Private Client Solicitor/Associate or Legal Executive (5+ PQE) - Cambridge The Private Client Team OurPrivateClient team helps our clients to put plans and systems in place, to make sure their wishes are achieved and the future of their families safeguarded. Our work includes wills, trusts, complex lifetime tax planning, estate administration, powers of attorney and Court of Protection. We have team members based in all our offices in Cambridge, Bury St Edmunds, Ipswich and Norwich and we share work, expertise and support across the team. The Role We are looking for a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive to join us who is ambitious and keen to grow within their role. We would like you to have at least five years relevant post qualification experience as you will be responsible for your own caseload as well as working alongside the members of the Private Clientteam. Amongst other matters, you can expect to work on complex estate administration involving taxable estates, often with agricultural and business elements, preparation of deeds of variation and declarations of trust. You will advise clients on issues surrounding succession, tax and mental capacity and will be working within the team who have specialism in advising both high net worth individuals as well as elderly and vulnerable clients and their families. You will also work on Court of Protection matters. You will have the opportunity to work across all areas of private client work to build your skills across the discipline. Ashtons Legal offers great opportunities to develop and maintain both technical and leadership and management skills. On a day to day basis, you can expect to: Manage your own caseload, including good financial housekeeping Develop, support, supervise and coach more junior members of the team Conduct meetings with clients, either face to face or remotely Assess legal issues and advise accordingly Advise on costs and scope of work Conduct legal research Draft documents and letters Keep up to date with law and practice Assist the Lifetime Planning Team based in other offices when required Assist in the development of long term client relationships including assisting and attending business development activities Be confident in the use of technology, both in regard to a case management system and also as a means of working with clients and colleagues and maintaining strong relationships Knowledge, skills and experience required Be qualified as a Solicitor or qualified CILEX Lawyer You will have at leasttwo years of post-qualification relevant experience in private client work, particularly estate administration, and working with vulnerable clients Be willing to learn and develop technical skills as well as obtain additional qualifications such as STEP and Lifetime Lawyers (SFE), as required
Private Client Solicitor - 3 years PQE + Permanent Full Time Christmas office closure Pension Private medical Death in service cover Cycle to Work scheme Car parking Are you a Solicitor with specific experience in wills, probate, powers of attorney, trusts and Court of Protection? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client is looking for a Private Client Solicitor to provide high quality legal advice. You will provide assistance and advocacy for both existing and new clients and should be able to work without supervision. Conducting all matters on behalf of clients. To assist fee earning work undertaken by colleagues - e.g to assist with workloads, sickness, holidays. Encourage and promote the image and ethos of the firm. Management of support services for which they are responsible for, including supervision of office juniors. Undertake financial control with particular regard to cashflow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures. Provide constant updates to client's corporate agents on matters. Dealing with any queries raised by client on particular matters. To maintain legal knowledge through training. Compliance training as when needed. Key Responsibilities: At least 3 years PQE Completed training contract/SQE Strong leadership skills Membership of STEP useful Strong networking and communication skills Know someone on the job hunt? Refer them to Carlton Recruitment! If we successfully place them and they complete their 3-month probation, you will snag a £100 retail voucher as a thank you! Please note we will double check they have not already applied themselves or are on our books already To help speed up the process of uploading your CV to the client we would suggest that you send us your CV in Word format (or equivalent) if possible, rather than as a PDF Disclaimer: Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles, unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants within 14 days then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this role. Closing date for applications: June 6, 2025 Apply for this job Private Client Solicitor - 3 years PQE + Location: Epsom area Permanent Full Time Salary: £50,000-£60,000 Benefits: Bonus scheme Generous holiday allowance Christmas office closure Pension Private medical Death in service cover Cycle to Work scheme Car parking Are you a Solicitor with specific experience in wills, probate, powers of attorney, trusts and Court of Protection? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client is looking for a Private Client Solicitor to provide high quality legal advice. You will provide assistance and advocacy for both existing and new clients and should be able to work without supervision. Essentials: Conducting all matters on behalf of clients. To assist fee earning work undertaken by colleagues - e.g to assist with workloads, sickness, holidays. Encourage and promote the image and ethos of the firm. Management of support services for which they are responsible for, including supervision of office juniors. Undertake financial control with particular regard to cashflow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures. Provide constant updates to client's corporate agents on matters. Dealing with any queries raised by client on particular matters. To maintain legal knowledge through training. Compliance training as when needed. Key Responsibilities: At least 3 years PQE Completed training contract/SQE Supervisory/Management experience desirable Strong leadership skills Membership of STEP useful Attention to detail Strong networking and communication skills Know someone on the job hunt? Refer them to Carlton Recruitment! If we successfully place them and they complete their 3-month probation, you will snag a £100 retail voucher as a thank you! Please note we will double check they have not already applied themselves or are on our books already To help speed up the process of uploading your CV to the client we would suggest that you send us your CV in Word format (or equivalent) if possible, rather than as a PDF Disclaimer: Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles, unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants within 14 days then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this role. Closing date for applications: June 6, 2025 Apply for this job Your full name Your email address Please tick this box to confirm you live in the UK Upload CV Contact Info Head Office: Carlton Recruitment Solutions Ltd Global House, 1 Ashley Avenue, Epsom, Surrey KT18 5AD Sign up to receive the latest job alerts
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Private Client Solicitor - 3 years PQE + Permanent Full Time Christmas office closure Pension Private medical Death in service cover Cycle to Work scheme Car parking Are you a Solicitor with specific experience in wills, probate, powers of attorney, trusts and Court of Protection? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client is looking for a Private Client Solicitor to provide high quality legal advice. You will provide assistance and advocacy for both existing and new clients and should be able to work without supervision. Conducting all matters on behalf of clients. To assist fee earning work undertaken by colleagues - e.g to assist with workloads, sickness, holidays. Encourage and promote the image and ethos of the firm. Management of support services for which they are responsible for, including supervision of office juniors. Undertake financial control with particular regard to cashflow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures. Provide constant updates to client's corporate agents on matters. Dealing with any queries raised by client on particular matters. To maintain legal knowledge through training. Compliance training as when needed. Key Responsibilities: At least 3 years PQE Completed training contract/SQE Strong leadership skills Membership of STEP useful Strong networking and communication skills Know someone on the job hunt? Refer them to Carlton Recruitment! If we successfully place them and they complete their 3-month probation, you will snag a £100 retail voucher as a thank you! Please note we will double check they have not already applied themselves or are on our books already To help speed up the process of uploading your CV to the client we would suggest that you send us your CV in Word format (or equivalent) if possible, rather than as a PDF Disclaimer: Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles, unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants within 14 days then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this role. Closing date for applications: June 6, 2025 Apply for this job Private Client Solicitor - 3 years PQE + Location: Epsom area Permanent Full Time Salary: £50,000-£60,000 Benefits: Bonus scheme Generous holiday allowance Christmas office closure Pension Private medical Death in service cover Cycle to Work scheme Car parking Are you a Solicitor with specific experience in wills, probate, powers of attorney, trusts and Court of Protection? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client is looking for a Private Client Solicitor to provide high quality legal advice. You will provide assistance and advocacy for both existing and new clients and should be able to work without supervision. Essentials: Conducting all matters on behalf of clients. To assist fee earning work undertaken by colleagues - e.g to assist with workloads, sickness, holidays. Encourage and promote the image and ethos of the firm. Management of support services for which they are responsible for, including supervision of office juniors. Undertake financial control with particular regard to cashflow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures. Provide constant updates to client's corporate agents on matters. Dealing with any queries raised by client on particular matters. To maintain legal knowledge through training. Compliance training as when needed. Key Responsibilities: At least 3 years PQE Completed training contract/SQE Supervisory/Management experience desirable Strong leadership skills Membership of STEP useful Attention to detail Strong networking and communication skills Know someone on the job hunt? Refer them to Carlton Recruitment! If we successfully place them and they complete their 3-month probation, you will snag a £100 retail voucher as a thank you! Please note we will double check they have not already applied themselves or are on our books already To help speed up the process of uploading your CV to the client we would suggest that you send us your CV in Word format (or equivalent) if possible, rather than as a PDF Disclaimer: Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles, unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants within 14 days then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this role. Closing date for applications: June 6, 2025 Apply for this job Your full name Your email address Please tick this box to confirm you live in the UK Upload CV Contact Info Head Office: Carlton Recruitment Solutions Ltd Global House, 1 Ashley Avenue, Epsom, Surrey KT18 5AD Sign up to receive the latest job alerts
This is an excellent opportunity to join our Clacton office to work as a Wills and Estates lawyer, in a successful and driven, but caring and sympathetic, Legal 500 recommended team. We offer a friendly and supportive working environment and good work/life balance, without having to compromise on quality of work. Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP), a Legal 500 recognised firm known for delivering exceptional private client services across Essex, is looking for an experienced Wills and Estates Solicitor to join its established team in Clacton . At Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) , our mission is to Transform, Succeed, and Prosper -not only for our clients but also for our people and the wider community. We operate with integrity, innovation, and a commitment to fostering growth and opportunity for everyone within the firm. Collaboration, professionalism, and agility define our working environment, and we strive to empower our teams to deliver excellent results while supporting their personal and professional development. The role: This is a key position, ideal for a solicitor who enjoys supporting colleagues, contributing to the supervision and development of others, and playing a hands-on role in a well-established and collaborative department. Working alongside the team leader, you will play a vital part in delivering high-quality legal services to clients while supporting the day-to-day operation of the Clacton-based Wills and Estates team. Your responsibilities will include: Managing a varied caseload of private client matters including wills, estate administration, trusts, powers of attorney, and Court of Protection work Supervising and mentoring junior colleagues and support staff in the Clacton office Helping ensure smooth team operations and high standards of client service Taking part in departmental meetings and contributing to continuous improvement Engaging in business development and local networking to maintain and grow the firm's client base What we're looking for: A qualified solicitor with 5+ years' experience in private client work Strong knowledge of wills, probate, estate planning, and elderly client matters Excellent communication, organisation, and client care skills A collaborative mind-set with the ability to support and guide others A proactive approach to both client work and team responsibilities Business Development & Networking: At TSP, we value team members who are enthusiastic about contributing to the firm's growth. The successful candidate will be encouraged to actively engage in business development, raise the profile of the department locally, and foster strong relationships with clients, referrers, and community networks. You'll have the opportunity to attend events, represent the firm in local initiatives, and contribute to thought leadership and marketing content. What We Offer: A friendly, professional working environment with strong team values An opportunity to take on a meaningful role with leadership responsibilities Competitive salary and benefits Flexibility available subject to team needs This role offers the chance to build your career with one of Essex's most respected law firms while playing an important part in the continued success of our Private Client team in Clacton. The Package: We offer a competitive salary, depending on level of experience and ability. Other benefits include: We offer a full time annual holiday entitlement of 25 days, plus Bank Holidays, with an additional 3 days for the Christmas to New Year closure. The annual holiday entitlement is pro-rated for part time staff. Death in service from day 1 of employment. Group income protection from day 1 of employment. Workplace pension scheme with Scottish Widows after you have completed 3 months service. We offer a choice of auto-enrolment, enhanced and an incentivised salary sacrifice scheme. A health cash plan and employee assistance programme upon successful completion of probation period. Firm sick pay policy paying up to 10 working days on a rolling year basis (pro-rated for part time staff), following the successful completion of probation period. Opportunity for additional holiday for long service, 1 day after 5 years and another 1 day at 10 years. A friendly and social environment enhanced with regular social events provided by the firm. Apply for this positionhere . Please read our Privacy Policy here which details how we will store and process the information you share with us as part of your application. Additional Information We are an equal opportunities employer, recruiting individuals on their suitability for the role, qualifications and experience. We welcome applications from all communities and backgrounds. Please read our Privacy Policyhere which details how we will store and process the information you share with us as part of your application.
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
This is an excellent opportunity to join our Clacton office to work as a Wills and Estates lawyer, in a successful and driven, but caring and sympathetic, Legal 500 recommended team. We offer a friendly and supportive working environment and good work/life balance, without having to compromise on quality of work. Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP), a Legal 500 recognised firm known for delivering exceptional private client services across Essex, is looking for an experienced Wills and Estates Solicitor to join its established team in Clacton . At Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) , our mission is to Transform, Succeed, and Prosper -not only for our clients but also for our people and the wider community. We operate with integrity, innovation, and a commitment to fostering growth and opportunity for everyone within the firm. Collaboration, professionalism, and agility define our working environment, and we strive to empower our teams to deliver excellent results while supporting their personal and professional development. The role: This is a key position, ideal for a solicitor who enjoys supporting colleagues, contributing to the supervision and development of others, and playing a hands-on role in a well-established and collaborative department. Working alongside the team leader, you will play a vital part in delivering high-quality legal services to clients while supporting the day-to-day operation of the Clacton-based Wills and Estates team. Your responsibilities will include: Managing a varied caseload of private client matters including wills, estate administration, trusts, powers of attorney, and Court of Protection work Supervising and mentoring junior colleagues and support staff in the Clacton office Helping ensure smooth team operations and high standards of client service Taking part in departmental meetings and contributing to continuous improvement Engaging in business development and local networking to maintain and grow the firm's client base What we're looking for: A qualified solicitor with 5+ years' experience in private client work Strong knowledge of wills, probate, estate planning, and elderly client matters Excellent communication, organisation, and client care skills A collaborative mind-set with the ability to support and guide others A proactive approach to both client work and team responsibilities Business Development & Networking: At TSP, we value team members who are enthusiastic about contributing to the firm's growth. The successful candidate will be encouraged to actively engage in business development, raise the profile of the department locally, and foster strong relationships with clients, referrers, and community networks. You'll have the opportunity to attend events, represent the firm in local initiatives, and contribute to thought leadership and marketing content. What We Offer: A friendly, professional working environment with strong team values An opportunity to take on a meaningful role with leadership responsibilities Competitive salary and benefits Flexibility available subject to team needs This role offers the chance to build your career with one of Essex's most respected law firms while playing an important part in the continued success of our Private Client team in Clacton. The Package: We offer a competitive salary, depending on level of experience and ability. Other benefits include: We offer a full time annual holiday entitlement of 25 days, plus Bank Holidays, with an additional 3 days for the Christmas to New Year closure. The annual holiday entitlement is pro-rated for part time staff. Death in service from day 1 of employment. Group income protection from day 1 of employment. Workplace pension scheme with Scottish Widows after you have completed 3 months service. We offer a choice of auto-enrolment, enhanced and an incentivised salary sacrifice scheme. A health cash plan and employee assistance programme upon successful completion of probation period. Firm sick pay policy paying up to 10 working days on a rolling year basis (pro-rated for part time staff), following the successful completion of probation period. Opportunity for additional holiday for long service, 1 day after 5 years and another 1 day at 10 years. A friendly and social environment enhanced with regular social events provided by the firm. Apply for this positionhere . Please read our Privacy Policy here which details how we will store and process the information you share with us as part of your application. Additional Information We are an equal opportunities employer, recruiting individuals on their suitability for the role, qualifications and experience. We welcome applications from all communities and backgrounds. Please read our Privacy Policyhere which details how we will store and process the information you share with us as part of your application.
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Experience: 2-5 years PQE Location: Wells, Somerset Are you a personable and proactive Private Client Solicitor looking to join a well-established firm with a loyal client base and an excellent reputation across Somerset? Our client is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their friendly team in Wells. About the Role You'll manage a varied caseload of private client matters, including: Wills and estate planning Probate and estate administration Powers of attorney Trusts and Court of Protection work The role involves providing clear, tailored advice while building strong, lasting relationships with clients. You'll have the support of experienced colleagues, but also the autonomy to handle your own files and manage your workload independently. About You 2-5 years' post-qualified experience in private client law A confident communicator who enjoys direct client contact Able to work independently and collaboratively within a supportive team STEP qualification (or working towards) is an advantage Why Join Our Client? Our client is a well-regarded, long-established firm known for their strong community ties and commitment to exceptional client service. They offer: A friendly and collaborative working environment A healthy work-life balance with flexible working options Opportunities for professional growth and progression The chance to live and work in one of Somerset's most picturesque locations If you're looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your professional development supported, this is an excellent opportunity to continue building your career within a respected and welcoming practice. Please get in touch if you would like more information about this role or send your CV via the form below in complete confidence and we will get back to you. If you would prefer to talk to us in the first instance, please get in touch About Us - Legal Southwest Discover more about who we are and what it's like to work with us. Visit our LinkedIn page; Legal Southwest Ltd LinkedIn Legal Southwest will never, without exception, send out your CV without your prior knowledge or consent so please be assured that we treat every application with the utmost confidentiality.
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Experience: 2-5 years PQE Location: Wells, Somerset Are you a personable and proactive Private Client Solicitor looking to join a well-established firm with a loyal client base and an excellent reputation across Somerset? Our client is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their friendly team in Wells. About the Role You'll manage a varied caseload of private client matters, including: Wills and estate planning Probate and estate administration Powers of attorney Trusts and Court of Protection work The role involves providing clear, tailored advice while building strong, lasting relationships with clients. You'll have the support of experienced colleagues, but also the autonomy to handle your own files and manage your workload independently. About You 2-5 years' post-qualified experience in private client law A confident communicator who enjoys direct client contact Able to work independently and collaboratively within a supportive team STEP qualification (or working towards) is an advantage Why Join Our Client? Our client is a well-regarded, long-established firm known for their strong community ties and commitment to exceptional client service. They offer: A friendly and collaborative working environment A healthy work-life balance with flexible working options Opportunities for professional growth and progression The chance to live and work in one of Somerset's most picturesque locations If you're looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your professional development supported, this is an excellent opportunity to continue building your career within a respected and welcoming practice. Please get in touch if you would like more information about this role or send your CV via the form below in complete confidence and we will get back to you. If you would prefer to talk to us in the first instance, please get in touch About Us - Legal Southwest Discover more about who we are and what it's like to work with us. Visit our LinkedIn page; Legal Southwest Ltd LinkedIn Legal Southwest will never, without exception, send out your CV without your prior knowledge or consent so please be assured that we treat every application with the utmost confidentiality.
About the team We are looking for a newly qualified solicitor to join our RTA litigation team in a role that offers a strong balance of hands-on legal work and early leadership experience. This position is ideal for someone who is ready to take ownership of a small caseload of litigated RTA liability matters while also contributing to the supervision and development of junior colleagues. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the operational performance of the team, ensuring high standards of technical delivery, and helping to shape a positive and productive working environment. What you'll be doing Manage a small caseload of litigated RTA liability files, progressing matters from instruction through to resolution with appropriate supervision. Support the leadership of the team by contributing to a positive, productive working environment and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. Provide day-to-day supervision and guidance to litigation executives, ensuring high-quality technical performance and compliance with supervision procedures. Deliver training and mentoring to legal apprentices and junior team members, helping to build capability and confidence across the team. Assist in the delivery of operational performance metrics, including revenue targets and timely billing. Contribute to the effective service delivery for allocated clients, supporting consistent response times, escalation processes, and SLA compliance. Participate in quality control processes, including case sampling and audit activity, to maintain high standards of file handling. Engage with clients, insurers, and third parties professionally to maintain strong working relationships and deliver excellent service. Support wider operational initiatives, including training, IT changes, and HR processes, as required. What do I need? Qualified solicitor (NQ-1 PQE) with a genuine interest in RTA litigation. Strong understanding of liability issues in road traffic accident claims. Previous management or coaching experience within a legal services environment is essential Previous experience managing a litigated caseload to be able to guide and advise members of your team of best practice Previous experience of attending court The ability to display a pleasant, but assertive manner in dealing with colleagues and clients Excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft packages An excellent eye for detail with a concern for quality and accuracy A focused client service approach is essential Team oriented and collaborative with a flexible, can do attitude Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing Demonstrable ability to multitask and prioritise a full workload under pressure and the ability to work independently What's in it for you? Apart from the competitive salary you'd expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We're committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success. 25 days' annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme Life Insurance & Income Protection Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services Pension Scheme Electric Car Scheme Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave Hybrid & Flexible Working Options Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub Flu & Eyecare Vouchers - and more! What next? If HF sounds like a place where you could belong, we'd love to learn more about you! Submit your CV here and we'll be in touch if we have any opportunities that match your experience and interests. If we don't have something right now, we'll keep your details on file and may reach out in the future as part of ourtalent pipeline.
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
About the team We are looking for a newly qualified solicitor to join our RTA litigation team in a role that offers a strong balance of hands-on legal work and early leadership experience. This position is ideal for someone who is ready to take ownership of a small caseload of litigated RTA liability matters while also contributing to the supervision and development of junior colleagues. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the operational performance of the team, ensuring high standards of technical delivery, and helping to shape a positive and productive working environment. What you'll be doing Manage a small caseload of litigated RTA liability files, progressing matters from instruction through to resolution with appropriate supervision. Support the leadership of the team by contributing to a positive, productive working environment and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. Provide day-to-day supervision and guidance to litigation executives, ensuring high-quality technical performance and compliance with supervision procedures. Deliver training and mentoring to legal apprentices and junior team members, helping to build capability and confidence across the team. Assist in the delivery of operational performance metrics, including revenue targets and timely billing. Contribute to the effective service delivery for allocated clients, supporting consistent response times, escalation processes, and SLA compliance. Participate in quality control processes, including case sampling and audit activity, to maintain high standards of file handling. Engage with clients, insurers, and third parties professionally to maintain strong working relationships and deliver excellent service. Support wider operational initiatives, including training, IT changes, and HR processes, as required. What do I need? Qualified solicitor (NQ-1 PQE) with a genuine interest in RTA litigation. Strong understanding of liability issues in road traffic accident claims. Previous management or coaching experience within a legal services environment is essential Previous experience managing a litigated caseload to be able to guide and advise members of your team of best practice Previous experience of attending court The ability to display a pleasant, but assertive manner in dealing with colleagues and clients Excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft packages An excellent eye for detail with a concern for quality and accuracy A focused client service approach is essential Team oriented and collaborative with a flexible, can do attitude Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing Demonstrable ability to multitask and prioritise a full workload under pressure and the ability to work independently What's in it for you? Apart from the competitive salary you'd expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We're committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success. 25 days' annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme Life Insurance & Income Protection Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan Employee Assistance Programme & Digital GP services Pension Scheme Electric Car Scheme Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave Hybrid & Flexible Working Options Discounted Gym Membership & Employee Discount Hub Flu & Eyecare Vouchers - and more! What next? If HF sounds like a place where you could belong, we'd love to learn more about you! Submit your CV here and we'll be in touch if we have any opportunities that match your experience and interests. If we don't have something right now, we'll keep your details on file and may reach out in the future as part of ourtalent pipeline.
Job description: Wirral Council: Job Role Descriptor Job Role: Building Control Surveyor (Career Grade - Levels 1-2) Service: Building Control Reports to: Team Leader Principal Building Control Surveyor JOB ROLE PURPOSE Assist in the provision and delivery of a customer orientated Building Control Service, which ensures the health, safety and welfare of people in and around the built environment, in accordance with the sections policy, aims and objectives, business plan and marketing strategy. KEY TASKS 1. In the interests of public safety and protection, to undertake any reasonable action to protect the public from dangerous structures, unauthorised works, demolition work and works that form obstructions to the public highway. This will include the participation in an out of hours emergency call out rota providing a 24-hour rapid response service for dangerous structure incidents throughout the Borough. 2. Ensure that applications are checked for compliance against the requirements of the Building Regulations and associated legislation efficiently, speedily and professionally within statutory timescales and as directed within the section's service plan and policy documents. 3. Undertake statutory and other site inspections in connection with plans and building notices deposited with the Council under the Building Regulations and under the powers set out in Section 32 of the Building Act 1984 and as directed within the sections service plan and policy documents. Liaising with builders and owners to ensure materials, construction practices etc. comply with all current legislation and codes of practice. 4. Be prepared to instigate enforcement procedures as per Building Control and the Council?s enforcement policies, preparing reports and statements for the Councils Solicitor and appearing in court as a witness as required, when undertaking any enforcement action required under the Building Regulations, Building Act and any associated legislation. 5. Check, assess and analyse basic structural calculations and details submitted with full plans applications and building notices. 6. Consult with internal and external bodies as appropriate and communicate with applicants and agents the findings of those consultations with regards to their submission. 7. Support the marketing and promotion of the services and the development of any new business opportunities, working within the confines of a competitive market. 8. Undertake all duties and maintenance of accurate records in accordance with any assigned Quality Management Systems or other procedural guidance 9. Deliver a high-quality service and level of performance which contributes to achieving any agreed service targets and improvement objectives, contained within the service plans and policy documents. 10.Conduct all duties with due regard to the Councils corporate personnel policies and practices including for example, the officers' code of conduct, health and safety policy, performance standards, safe systems of work and procedures. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES People Able to provide readily understood professional building regulation and associated legislation advice to elected members, applicants, agents, members of other Council Departments and all stakeholders, on all matters related to the Building Control Service. Recognise health and safety is a responsibility of every employee, to take reasonable care of self and others and to comply with the Councils health and safety policy and any service-specific procedures / rules that apply to this role. Work as an integrated and flexible member of the Building Control team in order to assist other team members during periods of high workload, to achieve the corporate objectives affecting Building Control. People management skills such as tact, negotiation, diplomacy and sensitivity to guard against hostilities and potentially high levels of conflict with some service users, when having to deal with difficult situations, which could lead to intimidation, abuse, threats and offensive language. EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Essential Criteria Qualifications: Appointment and progression is dependent on an individual meeting the criteria as set out in Wirral Councils Career Grade Progression Scheme for Building Control Surveyors, as determined through the performance appraisal process. Knowledge and Skills: Competent user of IT, its application and potential application within a Local Government environment e.g. specialist back office system, Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook. Understanding of the requirements of the role and the function of Building Control and have a sound knowledge of the Building Regulations, Approved Documents, allied legislation and technical documents associated with the building control function. An awareness of relevant health & safety legislation in order to ensure your own safety and the safety of more junior staff under your supervision. Job Types: Full-time, Contract Experience: Building Control Surveyor: 2 years (required) OR18882: 1 year (required) JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Job description: Wirral Council: Job Role Descriptor Job Role: Building Control Surveyor (Career Grade - Levels 1-2) Service: Building Control Reports to: Team Leader Principal Building Control Surveyor JOB ROLE PURPOSE Assist in the provision and delivery of a customer orientated Building Control Service, which ensures the health, safety and welfare of people in and around the built environment, in accordance with the sections policy, aims and objectives, business plan and marketing strategy. KEY TASKS 1. In the interests of public safety and protection, to undertake any reasonable action to protect the public from dangerous structures, unauthorised works, demolition work and works that form obstructions to the public highway. This will include the participation in an out of hours emergency call out rota providing a 24-hour rapid response service for dangerous structure incidents throughout the Borough. 2. Ensure that applications are checked for compliance against the requirements of the Building Regulations and associated legislation efficiently, speedily and professionally within statutory timescales and as directed within the section's service plan and policy documents. 3. Undertake statutory and other site inspections in connection with plans and building notices deposited with the Council under the Building Regulations and under the powers set out in Section 32 of the Building Act 1984 and as directed within the sections service plan and policy documents. Liaising with builders and owners to ensure materials, construction practices etc. comply with all current legislation and codes of practice. 4. Be prepared to instigate enforcement procedures as per Building Control and the Council?s enforcement policies, preparing reports and statements for the Councils Solicitor and appearing in court as a witness as required, when undertaking any enforcement action required under the Building Regulations, Building Act and any associated legislation. 5. Check, assess and analyse basic structural calculations and details submitted with full plans applications and building notices. 6. Consult with internal and external bodies as appropriate and communicate with applicants and agents the findings of those consultations with regards to their submission. 7. Support the marketing and promotion of the services and the development of any new business opportunities, working within the confines of a competitive market. 8. Undertake all duties and maintenance of accurate records in accordance with any assigned Quality Management Systems or other procedural guidance 9. Deliver a high-quality service and level of performance which contributes to achieving any agreed service targets and improvement objectives, contained within the service plans and policy documents. 10.Conduct all duties with due regard to the Councils corporate personnel policies and practices including for example, the officers' code of conduct, health and safety policy, performance standards, safe systems of work and procedures. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES People Able to provide readily understood professional building regulation and associated legislation advice to elected members, applicants, agents, members of other Council Departments and all stakeholders, on all matters related to the Building Control Service. Recognise health and safety is a responsibility of every employee, to take reasonable care of self and others and to comply with the Councils health and safety policy and any service-specific procedures / rules that apply to this role. Work as an integrated and flexible member of the Building Control team in order to assist other team members during periods of high workload, to achieve the corporate objectives affecting Building Control. People management skills such as tact, negotiation, diplomacy and sensitivity to guard against hostilities and potentially high levels of conflict with some service users, when having to deal with difficult situations, which could lead to intimidation, abuse, threats and offensive language. EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Essential Criteria Qualifications: Appointment and progression is dependent on an individual meeting the criteria as set out in Wirral Councils Career Grade Progression Scheme for Building Control Surveyors, as determined through the performance appraisal process. Knowledge and Skills: Competent user of IT, its application and potential application within a Local Government environment e.g. specialist back office system, Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook. Understanding of the requirements of the role and the function of Building Control and have a sound knowledge of the Building Regulations, Approved Documents, allied legislation and technical documents associated with the building control function. An awareness of relevant health & safety legislation in order to ensure your own safety and the safety of more junior staff under your supervision. Job Types: Full-time, Contract Experience: Building Control Surveyor: 2 years (required) OR18882: 1 year (required) JBRP1_UKTJ
Were looking for a Solicitor or CILEX lawyer (up to 3 years PQE) to join a Court of Protection Health & Welfare team , helping people who cannot make decisions about their care, treatment, or living arrangements. About the role: Support vulnerable clients and their families with best-interest decisions Assist with Court of Protection applications Provide clear, calm guidance in sensitive situations Work alo click apply for full job details
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Were looking for a Solicitor or CILEX lawyer (up to 3 years PQE) to join a Court of Protection Health & Welfare team , helping people who cannot make decisions about their care, treatment, or living arrangements. About the role: Support vulnerable clients and their families with best-interest decisions Assist with Court of Protection applications Provide clear, calm guidance in sensitive situations Work alo click apply for full job details
Role : Court of Protection Solicitor (Health and Welfare) A Legal500, Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Solicitor for highly sought permanent positon. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and click apply for full job details
Dec 17, 2025
Full time
Role : Court of Protection Solicitor (Health and Welfare) A Legal500, Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Solicitor for highly sought permanent positon. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and click apply for full job details
Our client, a reputable and expanding law firm in Portsmouth, is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their busy team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and client-focused solicitor to play a key role in providing expert legal services within a friendly and supportive team environment. Duties will include: Independently managing a varied caseload of private client matters. Providing high-quality, professional advice on Wills, Probate and Estate administration, Inheritance Planning, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection Work, Trusts, and Contentious Probate work. Demonstrating a compassionate and sensitive approach when dealing with elderly or incapacitated clients. Proactively networking and marketing to generate new business and enhance the firm's reputation. Attending clients in their own environment as required. Mentoring and assisting more junior team members. Maintaining good billing records and meeting targets within the team. Desired skills: Fee earning experience within Private Client essential - will consider all levels of PQE. Proven track record of achieving targets. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Business development and networking skills. What they offer: Salary Dependant on experience: £40,000 - £55,000. Standard holiday plus birthday day off. Pension scheme. If you are a motivated and experienced Private Client Solicitor looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Our client, a reputable and expanding law firm in Portsmouth, is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their busy team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and client-focused solicitor to play a key role in providing expert legal services within a friendly and supportive team environment. Duties will include: Independently managing a varied caseload of private client matters. Providing high-quality, professional advice on Wills, Probate and Estate administration, Inheritance Planning, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection Work, Trusts, and Contentious Probate work. Demonstrating a compassionate and sensitive approach when dealing with elderly or incapacitated clients. Proactively networking and marketing to generate new business and enhance the firm's reputation. Attending clients in their own environment as required. Mentoring and assisting more junior team members. Maintaining good billing records and meeting targets within the team. Desired skills: Fee earning experience within Private Client essential - will consider all levels of PQE. Proven track record of achieving targets. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Business development and networking skills. What they offer: Salary Dependant on experience: £40,000 - £55,000. Standard holiday plus birthday day off. Pension scheme. If you are a motivated and experienced Private Client Solicitor looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. JBRP1_UKTJ
Our client, a reputable and expanding law firm in Portsmouth, is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their busy team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and client-focused solicitor to play a key role in providing expert legal services within a friendly and supportive team environment. Duties will include: Independently managing a varied caseload of private client matters. Providing high-quality, professional advice on Wills, Probate and Estate administration, Inheritance Planning, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection Work, Trusts, and Contentious Probate work. Demonstrating a compassionate and sensitive approach when dealing with elderly or incapacitated clients. Proactively networking and marketing to generate new business and enhance the firm's reputation. Attending clients in their own environment as required. Mentoring and assisting more junior team members. Maintaining good billing records and meeting targets within the team. Desired skills: Fee earning experience within Private Client essential - will consider all levels of PQE. Proven track record of achieving targets. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Business development and networking skills. What they offer: Salary Dependant on experience: £40,000 - £55,000. Standard holiday plus birthday day off. Pension scheme. If you are a motivated and experienced Private Client Solicitor looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Our client, a reputable and expanding law firm in Portsmouth, is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their busy team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and client-focused solicitor to play a key role in providing expert legal services within a friendly and supportive team environment. Duties will include: Independently managing a varied caseload of private client matters. Providing high-quality, professional advice on Wills, Probate and Estate administration, Inheritance Planning, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection Work, Trusts, and Contentious Probate work. Demonstrating a compassionate and sensitive approach when dealing with elderly or incapacitated clients. Proactively networking and marketing to generate new business and enhance the firm's reputation. Attending clients in their own environment as required. Mentoring and assisting more junior team members. Maintaining good billing records and meeting targets within the team. Desired skills: Fee earning experience within Private Client essential - will consider all levels of PQE. Proven track record of achieving targets. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Business development and networking skills. What they offer: Salary Dependant on experience: £40,000 - £55,000. Standard holiday plus birthday day off. Pension scheme. If you are a motivated and experienced Private Client Solicitor looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. JBRP1_UKTJ
Want to Help Lead the Future of Private Wealth at Hedges? Ready to scale your career (and earnings) faster whilst shaping the next chapter of high-net-worth private client services? At Hedges, we don't just protect wealth - we help our clients build lasting legacies. We're looking for a visionary Head of Private Wealth Solicitor to join our dynamic HNW team, delivering exceptional, personal service to some of the UK's most discerning individuals and families. If you're passionate about combining technical excellence with a fresh, modern approach to client care, we want to hear from you. Why Hedges? We know the challenges that face most Solicitors in-practice which is why we transformed the outdated model of legal services by putting ownership in the hands of those who deliver them. At Hedges Law, every case, every client and every decision is powered by people who are personally invested in long-term success. As one of the first legal firms in the UK to become employee owned, you will be part of this exclusive club and literally own this success. No having to wait around for the 'Financial Freedom Day', that may never come. From day one you will be: • Empowered (everyone really does have a voice) • Valued • Challenged by high-quality work for HNW clients • Set-off at the right pace • Nurtured and developed • Accelerated (faster career progression) • Paid what you are worth, faster than you can in your current gig Ready to LOVE work again? Ready to be supported by a team? Ready to 'own' part of the practice (with NO buy-in)? Ready to grow without barriers? Ready to work with an incredible eclectic mix of HNW / UHNW clients? Ready to join a hand-built invested team who win and succeed together? Ready to become a Hedgeholder? If you are looking for a better deal, better work-life balance and no limits we'd love to talk. Put the kettle on, grab a drink and let's have an informal 15 min chat to see where we can both take this . About Hedges Law: We may have a 235-year heritage, but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull and oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we've evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. Word on the street: "City Firm Quality exported to Oxfordshire and The Cotswolds". We were only the fifth employee-owned law firm in the UK and you will have a share in the business' success from day one. There's no 'buy-in' and no liability with our innovative trust shareholder structure. It's really special and means the world to our employees. The Role at a Glance: Head of Private Wealth Solicitor Oxfordshire / Cotswolds Up to £120,000 Base Salary DOE + Individual & Team Performance Bonus (tell us what you want to earn) Plus Company Profit Share & Extensive Benefits in Company EV Vehicle Plus career pathway to Associate Director. Reporting to Directors Location - within 60 mins commute from our offices in Oxford, Wallingford, Chipping Norton Product / Service: Highly-Respected Private Client Law Practice for High Net Worth Individuals Clients: Interesting, creative, affluent and uber-successful HNW Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture Structure: Limited company. Part Employee Owned (1 of only 35 such law firms in the country) Team Size: 50 awesome Hedgeholders Your Skills: Best-in-class Inheritance and succession planning advice. Drafting complex Wills. Creation and administration of Trusts. Court of Protection. Support and training. Excellent communication - a real people person. Outstanding client assistance and advisory skills. Leadership skills. About You: • Qualified Solicitor with significant Private Wealth experience with leadership experience (to help nurture & mentor junior members) or the ability to move into a leadership role • Able to deliver high quality legal services with outstanding client care • Extremely organised and possess great time management skills • Warm • Personable • Always seeking continued learning and self-development • Excellent IT skills and have strong desire to learn new ways of working • Positive, optimistic, hardworking and possess a can-do attitude • Able to embrace team working and have a keenness to help colleagues • Professional in appearance • STEP qualification would be highly desirable (which we would support if required) Benefits: • 25/28 days annual leave plus statutory holidays dependent on position • Life Insurance • Flu Vouchers • Company pension • Profit sharing (Employee Ownership) • Salary Sacrifice • Paperless Technology: to make your life easier • Coaching and Personal Development • Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture • High Pedigree Team Ready to make the move of your career? This isn't just another legal role - it's your chance to help redefine Private Wealth services and take real ownership of your success. At Hedges, you'll find a high-performing, people-first culture, exciting HNW client work, and a seat at the table from day one. If you're ambitious, values-led, and want to grow faster with fewer limits - we want to hear from you. We are looking to hire an exceptional Head of Private Wealth Solicitor. You may see the role advertised in Oxford, the Cotswolds, Berkshire, and London - this is simply to ensure we reach all the talented individuals within our catchment areas and attract the most diverse possible talent pool. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Want to Help Lead the Future of Private Wealth at Hedges? Ready to scale your career (and earnings) faster whilst shaping the next chapter of high-net-worth private client services? At Hedges, we don't just protect wealth - we help our clients build lasting legacies. We're looking for a visionary Head of Private Wealth Solicitor to join our dynamic HNW team, delivering exceptional, personal service to some of the UK's most discerning individuals and families. If you're passionate about combining technical excellence with a fresh, modern approach to client care, we want to hear from you. Why Hedges? We know the challenges that face most Solicitors in-practice which is why we transformed the outdated model of legal services by putting ownership in the hands of those who deliver them. At Hedges Law, every case, every client and every decision is powered by people who are personally invested in long-term success. As one of the first legal firms in the UK to become employee owned, you will be part of this exclusive club and literally own this success. No having to wait around for the 'Financial Freedom Day', that may never come. From day one you will be: • Empowered (everyone really does have a voice) • Valued • Challenged by high-quality work for HNW clients • Set-off at the right pace • Nurtured and developed • Accelerated (faster career progression) • Paid what you are worth, faster than you can in your current gig Ready to LOVE work again? Ready to be supported by a team? Ready to 'own' part of the practice (with NO buy-in)? Ready to grow without barriers? Ready to work with an incredible eclectic mix of HNW / UHNW clients? Ready to join a hand-built invested team who win and succeed together? Ready to become a Hedgeholder? If you are looking for a better deal, better work-life balance and no limits we'd love to talk. Put the kettle on, grab a drink and let's have an informal 15 min chat to see where we can both take this . About Hedges Law: We may have a 235-year heritage, but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull and oppressive law firm like so many others. No chance. Whilst we love and embrace our heritage and history, we've evolved this firm with the times to become a truly 21st century business: making it our job to innovate, excite, and ensure that when future generations look at our pictures lining the wall, not only can they see what a terrific, friendly bunch we are, BUT that we were also the 'dream team', the mavericks, the leaders in the field, the game-changers: those who kept moving Hedges forward and relevant, making it one of the most beautifully different law firms of its time. Word on the street: "City Firm Quality exported to Oxfordshire and The Cotswolds". We were only the fifth employee-owned law firm in the UK and you will have a share in the business' success from day one. There's no 'buy-in' and no liability with our innovative trust shareholder structure. It's really special and means the world to our employees. The Role at a Glance: Head of Private Wealth Solicitor Oxfordshire / Cotswolds Up to £120,000 Base Salary DOE + Individual & Team Performance Bonus (tell us what you want to earn) Plus Company Profit Share & Extensive Benefits in Company EV Vehicle Plus career pathway to Associate Director. Reporting to Directors Location - within 60 mins commute from our offices in Oxford, Wallingford, Chipping Norton Product / Service: Highly-Respected Private Client Law Practice for High Net Worth Individuals Clients: Interesting, creative, affluent and uber-successful HNW Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture Structure: Limited company. Part Employee Owned (1 of only 35 such law firms in the country) Team Size: 50 awesome Hedgeholders Your Skills: Best-in-class Inheritance and succession planning advice. Drafting complex Wills. Creation and administration of Trusts. Court of Protection. Support and training. Excellent communication - a real people person. Outstanding client assistance and advisory skills. Leadership skills. About You: • Qualified Solicitor with significant Private Wealth experience with leadership experience (to help nurture & mentor junior members) or the ability to move into a leadership role • Able to deliver high quality legal services with outstanding client care • Extremely organised and possess great time management skills • Warm • Personable • Always seeking continued learning and self-development • Excellent IT skills and have strong desire to learn new ways of working • Positive, optimistic, hardworking and possess a can-do attitude • Able to embrace team working and have a keenness to help colleagues • Professional in appearance • STEP qualification would be highly desirable (which we would support if required) Benefits: • 25/28 days annual leave plus statutory holidays dependent on position • Life Insurance • Flu Vouchers • Company pension • Profit sharing (Employee Ownership) • Salary Sacrifice • Paperless Technology: to make your life easier • Coaching and Personal Development • Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture • High Pedigree Team Ready to make the move of your career? This isn't just another legal role - it's your chance to help redefine Private Wealth services and take real ownership of your success. At Hedges, you'll find a high-performing, people-first culture, exciting HNW client work, and a seat at the table from day one. If you're ambitious, values-led, and want to grow faster with fewer limits - we want to hear from you. We are looking to hire an exceptional Head of Private Wealth Solicitor. You may see the role advertised in Oxford, the Cotswolds, Berkshire, and London - this is simply to ensure we reach all the talented individuals within our catchment areas and attract the most diverse possible talent pool. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR. JBRP1_UKTJ
Lawyer The Role Social Work England are the specialist regulator for social work in England, focused on enabling positive change in social work. Every day, social workers support millions of people to improve their chances in life. We are taking a new approach to regulating social workers in their vital roles. We believe in the power of collaboration and share a common goal with those we regulate - to protect the public, enable positive change and ultimately improve people's lives. Lawyers on the regulatory side of the team support Social Work England in relation to lawfully carrying out its regulatory functions. These include: supporting our fitness to practise and registration teams, to ensure that our regulatory processes are compliant with any legal restrictions regarding the use of information which relates to private court proceedings (or is otherwise subject to restrictions), such as Family Court proceedings and Court of Protection proceedings; supporting colleagues to apply for disclosure of information from the Family Court and Court of Protection for use in fitness to practise proceedings; providing advice in response to requests for reviews of case examiner decisions and applying criteria set out in our Fitness to Practise Rules; providing advice on internal policies, procedures and processes to ensure legal compliance; and preparing responses (under supervision) to pre-action correspondence and managing progression of potential and active litigation. A substantial portion of the team's work involves advising the fitness to practise teams and other areas of the organisation about the use and disclosure of Family Court and Court of Protection information and knowledge of how this affects the organisation will be required in every role. There are restrictions on the handling of information and documents from Family Court proceedings and Court of Protection proceedings. These types of information are regularly shared with the organisation and/or the organisation is required to seek disclosure of such information for the purposes of our regulatory functions. While the role will primarily focus on the areas listed above, there will also be opportunities to become involved in other projects relating to our regulatory functions and to participate in the work of the wider legal team. We are recruiting for 3 Lawyers. Whilst Lawyers will work across all areas of the regulatory team's work, it is envisaged that the three Lawyers will each have a particular focus on one of the following areas: Family Court and Court of Protection information; Civil litigation; or Review of case examiner decisions. If you have a strong preference for any of the above areas, please make this clear in your application. What you will do Family Court and Court of Protection information focus: Provide advice regarding obtaining, using and further communicating Family Court and Court of Protection information within our regulatory processes. Make applications to, and conduct litigation within, the Family Court and the Court of Protection where appropriate, allowing us to obtain, use and further communicate this information within our regulatory processes. Improve and maintain our internal processes for the handling of Family Court and Court of Protection information. Civil litigation focus: Support the Senior Lawyers and Head of Legal with civil litigation matters including statutory appeals and s29 appeals of our regulatory decisions. Support the Senior Lawyers and Head of Legal to respond effectively to judicial reviews of our regulatory decisions. Provide advice to the organisation and draft responses to pre-action correspondence. Review of case examiner decisions focus: Provide advice about whether requests for reviews of case examiner decisions meet the criteria set out in our Fitness to Practise Rules and make a recommendation about whether case examiners decisions should be reviewed. Conduct reviews of case examiner decisions against legal criteria to make a recommendation about whether a fresh decision is necessary. General to all three Lawyer roles: Instruct and liaise with external lawyers as required, managing costs effectively. Participate in the fitness to practise decision-making group for triage decisions. Ensure that the organisation's regulatory decisions are legally robust by identifying legal risks early and working with other teams to ensure that those risks are managed appropriately. Provide regulatory and other legal advice to our regulatory teams, particularly the fitness to practise and registration teams. Provide advice on internal policies, procedures and processes to ensure legal compliance and participate in project teams and working groups as necessary. Develop strong relationships throughout the organisation (and particularly with our fitness to practise teams), using your legal expertise and knowledge to provide solutions-focused support. Support the legal team to deliver the organisation's business plan (which will be reflected in each lawyer's objectives), including the delivery of training and legal awareness. Be open to developing your supervisory and line management skills as you progress in the role. Your skills, knowledge and experience: Appropriate qualifications and experience as a solicitor, barrister or Legal Executive. You must be registered with (or be eligible to immediately join) a legal professional register. Rights to conduct civil litigation and/or Rights to conduct litigation and advocacy in the Family Court; or a willingness to acquire these Rights. Knowledge and experience of at least one of the following areas of law: family law; civil litigation, including pre-action correspondence; the law relating to professional regulation; and the law relating to the Court of Protection. Strong legal analytical skills and judgement, with the ability to analyse complex issues and present legally sound and focused advice. Excellent written communication skills, ability to draft clear and comprehensive advice and to present information on complex issues clearly and succinctly for a range of different audiences. The ability to work across the organisation, working well with others and responding positively, creatively and supportively to a variety of colleagues while maintaining high and consistent standards. The ability to work to tight deadlines, be calm under pressure and flexibly manage competing priorities. A track record of respectful, open, and honest behaviour including a demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Benefits In addition to your salary, we also offer: Hybrid working 25 days annual leave, rising with service to 30 days per annum, plus bank holidays. The option to purchase up to an additional 5 days of annual leave per annum. A TIDE award winning inclusive culture, made up of staff networks, social events and forums. A pension scheme, life insurance, an employee recognition scheme and cycle to work scheme. Application During the application process, you'll be asked to provide answers to three questions from the job description. These answers will be what your application is scored on, please answer in as much detail as possible using examples where necessary.
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
Lawyer The Role Social Work England are the specialist regulator for social work in England, focused on enabling positive change in social work. Every day, social workers support millions of people to improve their chances in life. We are taking a new approach to regulating social workers in their vital roles. We believe in the power of collaboration and share a common goal with those we regulate - to protect the public, enable positive change and ultimately improve people's lives. Lawyers on the regulatory side of the team support Social Work England in relation to lawfully carrying out its regulatory functions. These include: supporting our fitness to practise and registration teams, to ensure that our regulatory processes are compliant with any legal restrictions regarding the use of information which relates to private court proceedings (or is otherwise subject to restrictions), such as Family Court proceedings and Court of Protection proceedings; supporting colleagues to apply for disclosure of information from the Family Court and Court of Protection for use in fitness to practise proceedings; providing advice in response to requests for reviews of case examiner decisions and applying criteria set out in our Fitness to Practise Rules; providing advice on internal policies, procedures and processes to ensure legal compliance; and preparing responses (under supervision) to pre-action correspondence and managing progression of potential and active litigation. A substantial portion of the team's work involves advising the fitness to practise teams and other areas of the organisation about the use and disclosure of Family Court and Court of Protection information and knowledge of how this affects the organisation will be required in every role. There are restrictions on the handling of information and documents from Family Court proceedings and Court of Protection proceedings. These types of information are regularly shared with the organisation and/or the organisation is required to seek disclosure of such information for the purposes of our regulatory functions. While the role will primarily focus on the areas listed above, there will also be opportunities to become involved in other projects relating to our regulatory functions and to participate in the work of the wider legal team. We are recruiting for 3 Lawyers. Whilst Lawyers will work across all areas of the regulatory team's work, it is envisaged that the three Lawyers will each have a particular focus on one of the following areas: Family Court and Court of Protection information; Civil litigation; or Review of case examiner decisions. If you have a strong preference for any of the above areas, please make this clear in your application. What you will do Family Court and Court of Protection information focus: Provide advice regarding obtaining, using and further communicating Family Court and Court of Protection information within our regulatory processes. Make applications to, and conduct litigation within, the Family Court and the Court of Protection where appropriate, allowing us to obtain, use and further communicate this information within our regulatory processes. Improve and maintain our internal processes for the handling of Family Court and Court of Protection information. Civil litigation focus: Support the Senior Lawyers and Head of Legal with civil litigation matters including statutory appeals and s29 appeals of our regulatory decisions. Support the Senior Lawyers and Head of Legal to respond effectively to judicial reviews of our regulatory decisions. Provide advice to the organisation and draft responses to pre-action correspondence. Review of case examiner decisions focus: Provide advice about whether requests for reviews of case examiner decisions meet the criteria set out in our Fitness to Practise Rules and make a recommendation about whether case examiners decisions should be reviewed. Conduct reviews of case examiner decisions against legal criteria to make a recommendation about whether a fresh decision is necessary. General to all three Lawyer roles: Instruct and liaise with external lawyers as required, managing costs effectively. Participate in the fitness to practise decision-making group for triage decisions. Ensure that the organisation's regulatory decisions are legally robust by identifying legal risks early and working with other teams to ensure that those risks are managed appropriately. Provide regulatory and other legal advice to our regulatory teams, particularly the fitness to practise and registration teams. Provide advice on internal policies, procedures and processes to ensure legal compliance and participate in project teams and working groups as necessary. Develop strong relationships throughout the organisation (and particularly with our fitness to practise teams), using your legal expertise and knowledge to provide solutions-focused support. Support the legal team to deliver the organisation's business plan (which will be reflected in each lawyer's objectives), including the delivery of training and legal awareness. Be open to developing your supervisory and line management skills as you progress in the role. Your skills, knowledge and experience: Appropriate qualifications and experience as a solicitor, barrister or Legal Executive. You must be registered with (or be eligible to immediately join) a legal professional register. Rights to conduct civil litigation and/or Rights to conduct litigation and advocacy in the Family Court; or a willingness to acquire these Rights. Knowledge and experience of at least one of the following areas of law: family law; civil litigation, including pre-action correspondence; the law relating to professional regulation; and the law relating to the Court of Protection. Strong legal analytical skills and judgement, with the ability to analyse complex issues and present legally sound and focused advice. Excellent written communication skills, ability to draft clear and comprehensive advice and to present information on complex issues clearly and succinctly for a range of different audiences. The ability to work across the organisation, working well with others and responding positively, creatively and supportively to a variety of colleagues while maintaining high and consistent standards. The ability to work to tight deadlines, be calm under pressure and flexibly manage competing priorities. A track record of respectful, open, and honest behaviour including a demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Benefits In addition to your salary, we also offer: Hybrid working 25 days annual leave, rising with service to 30 days per annum, plus bank holidays. The option to purchase up to an additional 5 days of annual leave per annum. A TIDE award winning inclusive culture, made up of staff networks, social events and forums. A pension scheme, life insurance, an employee recognition scheme and cycle to work scheme. Application During the application process, you'll be asked to provide answers to three questions from the job description. These answers will be what your application is scored on, please answer in as much detail as possible using examples where necessary.
Residential Conveyancer Cardiff Bay Salary: Competitive Location: Cardiff Bay Hours: Full or Part-Time Flexible working available The Opportunity A well-established law firm based in Cardiff Bay is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join its reputable Property team. This is a rare opportunity to take on a manageable, quality-focused caseload within a supportive and specialist environment not a high-volume or production-line setup. Youll be part of a friendly, experienced team led by a highly regarded Head of Department, handling a varied caseload of residential sales and purchases, often linked to Court of Protection and Probate Estate matters. The firm prides itself on its client-centred approach and offers an excellent platform for professional growth. The Role Managing your own caseload of residential conveyancing files from instruction through to completion. Handling a range of transactions, including matters arising from Court of Protection clients and Probate Estates. Liaising directly with clients, third parties, and internal teams both in person and remotely. Ensuring high levels of client care and maintaining excellent communication throughout each transaction. Conducting legal research using the firms comprehensive in-house facilities. Contributing to departmental development with genuine opportunities for progression. Whats on Offer Private car parking space within easy reach of the office Flexible working options (full or part-time considered) Clear career progression opportunities within the department and firm Access to excellent research tools and professional support Supportive working culture with strong leadership and mentoring About You Experienced Residential Conveyancer (Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer or equivalent experience). Confident in managing your own caseload with minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to client service. Interest in or exposure to Court of Protection or Private Client related property work would be beneficial. This role would suit a motivated Conveyancer looking to move away from volume-driven work and into a more client-focused, rewarding environment. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Hannah at TSR Legal in confidence on or apply directly below. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 11, 2025
Full time
Residential Conveyancer Cardiff Bay Salary: Competitive Location: Cardiff Bay Hours: Full or Part-Time Flexible working available The Opportunity A well-established law firm based in Cardiff Bay is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join its reputable Property team. This is a rare opportunity to take on a manageable, quality-focused caseload within a supportive and specialist environment not a high-volume or production-line setup. Youll be part of a friendly, experienced team led by a highly regarded Head of Department, handling a varied caseload of residential sales and purchases, often linked to Court of Protection and Probate Estate matters. The firm prides itself on its client-centred approach and offers an excellent platform for professional growth. The Role Managing your own caseload of residential conveyancing files from instruction through to completion. Handling a range of transactions, including matters arising from Court of Protection clients and Probate Estates. Liaising directly with clients, third parties, and internal teams both in person and remotely. Ensuring high levels of client care and maintaining excellent communication throughout each transaction. Conducting legal research using the firms comprehensive in-house facilities. Contributing to departmental development with genuine opportunities for progression. Whats on Offer Private car parking space within easy reach of the office Flexible working options (full or part-time considered) Clear career progression opportunities within the department and firm Access to excellent research tools and professional support Supportive working culture with strong leadership and mentoring About You Experienced Residential Conveyancer (Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer or equivalent experience). Confident in managing your own caseload with minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to client service. Interest in or exposure to Court of Protection or Private Client related property work would be beneficial. This role would suit a motivated Conveyancer looking to move away from volume-driven work and into a more client-focused, rewarding environment. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Hannah at TSR Legal in confidence on or apply directly below. JBRP1_UKTJ
East Sussex solicitors practice which can trace its roots back to the early 1900s seeks a Private Client lawyer, Paralegal, CILEX or Solicitor to join busy Private Client department (full or part-time considered) You will be joining this 6 Partner practice dealing with Private Client and Elderly Client matters mainly for local Sussex based individuals/families. The firms private Client department of 14 staff deals with the drafting of Wills/LPAs, handles Probate & Estate matters, Trusts, Deputyship/Court of Protection work and provides advice on Estate Planning. The successful individual will be joining a small office team working closely alongside one of the firms experienced Probate Solicitors, you must be IT literate and have experience using Case management systems although some support can be provided. Generous salary, Bonus Scheme, 25 Days Annual leave and WFH (2-3 days a week) are just some of the staff benefits on offer. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 11, 2025
Full time
East Sussex solicitors practice which can trace its roots back to the early 1900s seeks a Private Client lawyer, Paralegal, CILEX or Solicitor to join busy Private Client department (full or part-time considered) You will be joining this 6 Partner practice dealing with Private Client and Elderly Client matters mainly for local Sussex based individuals/families. The firms private Client department of 14 staff deals with the drafting of Wills/LPAs, handles Probate & Estate matters, Trusts, Deputyship/Court of Protection work and provides advice on Estate Planning. The successful individual will be joining a small office team working closely alongside one of the firms experienced Probate Solicitors, you must be IT literate and have experience using Case management systems although some support can be provided. Generous salary, Bonus Scheme, 25 Days Annual leave and WFH (2-3 days a week) are just some of the staff benefits on offer. JBRP1_UKTJ
