Head of Conveyancing South West, UK - Salary up to 75k + Bonus of up to 10k Yolk Legal are proud to exclusively support a prominent regional law firm in their search for a Head of Conveyancing. Elevate your career and join a firm whose Conveyancing portfolio includes high net worth prime properties, new builds, and country homes. This firm has several locations in the South West and the successful candidate will oversee the operations of each Conveyancing team. Our client is seeking an individual who can collaborate with the Conveyancing Team Leaders whilst also bringing a robust and savvy approach in dealing with the firm's Management Board. The successful candidate will be working in a firm that prides itself on its non-volume Conveyancing caseload. As a result of significant investment, the Conveyancing team makes up over half of the firm's revenue which in turn means that staff enjoy a healthy work life balance. This is what you'll be doing As Head of Conveyancing, your duties and responsibilities will be as follows:- Leading and managing teams to deliver exceptional service in prime property transactions. Oversee team performance, playing a key role in achieving the firm's ambitious growth goals. Collaborate with Team Leaders, reporting directly to the Managing Partner, and become an integral part of the Management Board. Strike a balance between delivering outstanding client service and prioritising the well being of the dedicated team. The experience you'll bring to the team As Head of Conveyancing, you will bring the following experience to the team:- Ideally, proven experience as a Senior Property Lawyer with previous supervisory responsibility. Demonstrated ability to remain composed, courteous, and focused in diverse situations. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Impeccable attention to detail, ensuring precision in all transactions. Proficient in building collaborative relationships and working harmoniously with colleagues. If you are a qualified lawyer specialising in another area of law such as Real Estate or Private Client but have previous experience of managing teams / departments, you are encouraged to apply. This is what you'll get in return The following benefits are available to the successful candidate:- Competitive salary offering that recognises your expertise and contribution. Market leading bonus structure based on the performance of the Conveyancing Team as a whole. On site parking or reimbursement of parking costs depending on location. Flexible location; you can be based from any of the firm's five offices. Home working is possible subject to an understanding that travel will be required to the firm's office sites. Reimbursement of travel expenses Private medical expenses with cover for you and the entire family Exclusive corporate seats at a local Premiership Rugby Club. Are you up to the challenge? If you are looking to pursue the next step in your career with a highly regarded law firm, we encourage you to apply by contacting Oliver Coodye or alternatively send your CV Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Head of Conveyancing South West, UK - Salary up to 75k + Bonus of up to 10k Yolk Legal are proud to exclusively support a prominent regional law firm in their search for a Head of Conveyancing. Elevate your career and join a firm whose Conveyancing portfolio includes high net worth prime properties, new builds, and country homes. This firm has several locations in the South West and the successful candidate will oversee the operations of each Conveyancing team. Our client is seeking an individual who can collaborate with the Conveyancing Team Leaders whilst also bringing a robust and savvy approach in dealing with the firm's Management Board. The successful candidate will be working in a firm that prides itself on its non-volume Conveyancing caseload. As a result of significant investment, the Conveyancing team makes up over half of the firm's revenue which in turn means that staff enjoy a healthy work life balance. This is what you'll be doing As Head of Conveyancing, your duties and responsibilities will be as follows:- Leading and managing teams to deliver exceptional service in prime property transactions. Oversee team performance, playing a key role in achieving the firm's ambitious growth goals. Collaborate with Team Leaders, reporting directly to the Managing Partner, and become an integral part of the Management Board. Strike a balance between delivering outstanding client service and prioritising the well being of the dedicated team. The experience you'll bring to the team As Head of Conveyancing, you will bring the following experience to the team:- Ideally, proven experience as a Senior Property Lawyer with previous supervisory responsibility. Demonstrated ability to remain composed, courteous, and focused in diverse situations. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Impeccable attention to detail, ensuring precision in all transactions. Proficient in building collaborative relationships and working harmoniously with colleagues. If you are a qualified lawyer specialising in another area of law such as Real Estate or Private Client but have previous experience of managing teams / departments, you are encouraged to apply. This is what you'll get in return The following benefits are available to the successful candidate:- Competitive salary offering that recognises your expertise and contribution. Market leading bonus structure based on the performance of the Conveyancing Team as a whole. On site parking or reimbursement of parking costs depending on location. Flexible location; you can be based from any of the firm's five offices. Home working is possible subject to an understanding that travel will be required to the firm's office sites. Reimbursement of travel expenses Private medical expenses with cover for you and the entire family Exclusive corporate seats at a local Premiership Rugby Club. Are you up to the challenge? If you are looking to pursue the next step in your career with a highly regarded law firm, we encourage you to apply by contacting Oliver Coodye or alternatively send your CV Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
International Law Firm Trusts, Estate and Inheritance Disputes Associate (NQ-3PQE) London This ranked, international law firm, founded over 100 years ago, has 170+ partners worldwide across. They are one of the few international law firms focused on successful individuals and private wealth, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. They advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes. The firm's Trust, Estate and Inheritance Disputes team rank Tier 1 in the legal directories. The team undertakes work including but not limited to advising on all types of trust and probate disputes, removal of executors and trustees, contentious trust and estate administrations, construction and rectification of wills and trusts, variations of trust by court application, stress testing wills and trust structures, Inheritance Act Claims, professional negligence, charities, and Court of Protection matters both financial and health and welfare. A significant part of the team's work has an international element and can involve litigation elsewhere, in particular in the courts in the usual offshore trust jurisdictions. The team comprises 4 partners, a senior counsel, 4 senior associates, 4 junior associates, two part-time knowledge lawyers / PSLs, two trainee solicitors and a paralegal. The team are now seeking a junior-mid level associate (NQ-3PQE) to join the Trust, Estates and Inheritance Disputes team in London. Areas of focus and responsibilities: Responsibility will be offered at an early stage on all aspects of trust and probate disputes work, including initial case review and strategy, liaising with the client and counsel and other team members, drafting correspondence, preparing for and attending hearings and mediations. The client base will consist of a mix of individual clients, trustees and other professionals, some of whom will be based outside the UK, and a wide range of household name charities for whom the team acts on legacy disputes. The role will cover the full range of trust and probate disputes involving proceedings in the English court, the Court of Protection, and international trust or probate disputes involving cases in the Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Cayman Bermuda etc. and as well as hostile litigation can include administrative court proceedings, for example trustee directions/blessings or Variation of Trusts Act applications. A number of cases will involve cross-jurisdictional working with other offices in the US/Europe/Asia. The role will also involve contributing to the team's profile and undertaking business development activities for example writing articles/posts, attending events/conferences and building networks with private wealth contacts/intermediaries including offshore and peer firms and counsel. Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working a variety of other Construction law opportunities with ranked teams in the City London so would be interested to talk to any Construction lawyer. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
May 18, 2024
Full time
International Law Firm Trusts, Estate and Inheritance Disputes Associate (NQ-3PQE) London This ranked, international law firm, founded over 100 years ago, has 170+ partners worldwide across. They are one of the few international law firms focused on successful individuals and private wealth, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. They advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes. The firm's Trust, Estate and Inheritance Disputes team rank Tier 1 in the legal directories. The team undertakes work including but not limited to advising on all types of trust and probate disputes, removal of executors and trustees, contentious trust and estate administrations, construction and rectification of wills and trusts, variations of trust by court application, stress testing wills and trust structures, Inheritance Act Claims, professional negligence, charities, and Court of Protection matters both financial and health and welfare. A significant part of the team's work has an international element and can involve litigation elsewhere, in particular in the courts in the usual offshore trust jurisdictions. The team comprises 4 partners, a senior counsel, 4 senior associates, 4 junior associates, two part-time knowledge lawyers / PSLs, two trainee solicitors and a paralegal. The team are now seeking a junior-mid level associate (NQ-3PQE) to join the Trust, Estates and Inheritance Disputes team in London. Areas of focus and responsibilities: Responsibility will be offered at an early stage on all aspects of trust and probate disputes work, including initial case review and strategy, liaising with the client and counsel and other team members, drafting correspondence, preparing for and attending hearings and mediations. The client base will consist of a mix of individual clients, trustees and other professionals, some of whom will be based outside the UK, and a wide range of household name charities for whom the team acts on legacy disputes. The role will cover the full range of trust and probate disputes involving proceedings in the English court, the Court of Protection, and international trust or probate disputes involving cases in the Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Cayman Bermuda etc. and as well as hostile litigation can include administrative court proceedings, for example trustee directions/blessings or Variation of Trusts Act applications. A number of cases will involve cross-jurisdictional working with other offices in the US/Europe/Asia. The role will also involve contributing to the team's profile and undertaking business development activities for example writing articles/posts, attending events/conferences and building networks with private wealth contacts/intermediaries including offshore and peer firms and counsel. Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working a variety of other Construction law opportunities with ranked teams in the City London so would be interested to talk to any Construction lawyer. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Position: Personal Executive Assistant Salary: £33k - £36k per annum (pro rata) [Equivalent to £55k - £60k full-time] Employment Type: part time, Permanent (24 hours per week over 3 days) Location: London, Hybrid (1 day office-based, 2 days home-based) About the Role: Seeking an exceptional Personal Executive Assistant for a unique opportunity supporting a dynamic Author/Board Member. In this role, you will provide comprehensive support, managing both professional and personal affairs with precision and efficiency. Key Responsibilities: Provide resolute 1:1 support to the Author/Board Member. Coordinate extensive diary management for business and personal commitments. Manage global travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and visas. Facilitate meetings with various stakeholders, such as Accountants, Lawyers, and Publicists. Consult with Speaker Agencies for bookings and engagements. Prepare meeting materials and agendas. Manage busy inbox. Gatekeeping calls. Assist with ad hoc projects and administrative tasks. Create presentations and update the website as needed. Manage invoicing and expenses for the accountant. Arrange household appointments and oversee maintenance tasks. Coordinate personal appointments, including medical appointments. Organise family vacations, including travel and accommodation arrangements. Manage household goods orders and manage returns when necessary. Requirements: Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably in both business and private settings. Advanced ability in MS Office applications, particularly PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook. Working knowledge of WordPress is helpful. Exceptional organisational skills with meticulous diligence. Strong analytical abilities and effective communication skills. Ability to build and maintain relationships confidently. Capable of working efficiently under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. Discretion and confidentiality are paramount; willingness to sign an NDA is needed. This role is ideal for an experienced Executive Assistant accustomed to providing personalised support in a demanding environment. In return, my client will offer a welcoming and supportive workplace culture. If this opportunity doesn't align with your interests, please register your CV on our website for future roles.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Position: Personal Executive Assistant Salary: £33k - £36k per annum (pro rata) [Equivalent to £55k - £60k full-time] Employment Type: part time, Permanent (24 hours per week over 3 days) Location: London, Hybrid (1 day office-based, 2 days home-based) About the Role: Seeking an exceptional Personal Executive Assistant for a unique opportunity supporting a dynamic Author/Board Member. In this role, you will provide comprehensive support, managing both professional and personal affairs with precision and efficiency. Key Responsibilities: Provide resolute 1:1 support to the Author/Board Member. Coordinate extensive diary management for business and personal commitments. Manage global travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and visas. Facilitate meetings with various stakeholders, such as Accountants, Lawyers, and Publicists. Consult with Speaker Agencies for bookings and engagements. Prepare meeting materials and agendas. Manage busy inbox. Gatekeeping calls. Assist with ad hoc projects and administrative tasks. Create presentations and update the website as needed. Manage invoicing and expenses for the accountant. Arrange household appointments and oversee maintenance tasks. Coordinate personal appointments, including medical appointments. Organise family vacations, including travel and accommodation arrangements. Manage household goods orders and manage returns when necessary. Requirements: Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably in both business and private settings. Advanced ability in MS Office applications, particularly PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook. Working knowledge of WordPress is helpful. Exceptional organisational skills with meticulous diligence. Strong analytical abilities and effective communication skills. Ability to build and maintain relationships confidently. Capable of working efficiently under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. Discretion and confidentiality are paramount; willingness to sign an NDA is needed. This role is ideal for an experienced Executive Assistant accustomed to providing personalised support in a demanding environment. In return, my client will offer a welcoming and supportive workplace culture. If this opportunity doesn't align with your interests, please register your CV on our website for future roles.
Job Title: PA / Legal Secretary Location: Sharston Salary: 24,000 - 30,000 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is our core business. Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. About The Role: We are looking for an experienced legal secretary and a PA to join our Occupiers/Public Liability team. There are two roles, one will be working with a Partner, and one supporting a pool of secretaries, working together to support our fee earners with audio typing and the preparation of documents and correspondence. Your role as a legal secretary/PA will require excellent interpersonal skills in liaising directly with clients and third parties. Our legal secretaries also get involved with diary management and court documents. Key Aspects of the Role: You will be working in the occupiers & public liability team Preparing correspondence and documents including pleadings and court bundles Photocopying and scanning documents (with assistance from Administration team if needed) Inbound and outbound calls to clients and others in a professional and friendly manner Arrange appointments/meetings and liaise with lawyers, clients, Counsel and others Supporting other secretaries and the administration team as required Helping to update the Proclaim case management system where possible Person Specification: Prior experience working as a legal secretary/PA is essential, but we are happy to train you in the area of personal injury An excellent command of spelling, punctuation and grammar is required Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, if you have experience of the Proclaim case management system that would be advantageous Audio typing skills of 65+wpm, ideally with digital dictation experience Ability to prioritise daily workload Acute attention to detail Excellent customer service skills, including professional and friendly telephone manner Salary, Hours & Benefits: Salary: 24,000 - 30,000 Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30am Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after 1 year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after 2 years' service Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service Death in Service - 2 x salary Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity & Inclusion Netball / Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Enhanced Maternity Leave payment if you have over 1 year tenure Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual flu jab Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Our employees are our most important asset and it's our employees who have made Express Solicitors the success it is today. Our recruitment process consolidates that success. At Express Solicitors, we rate skill and ability above all else and therefore our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Assistant, Family Secretary, PA, Legal Typist, Typist, Legal PA, Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Office Support, Legal Assistant, Legal Business Support, Fee Earner Support, Customer Service Administrator, Customer Service, Administrator may also be considered for this role.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Title: PA / Legal Secretary Location: Sharston Salary: 24,000 - 30,000 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is our core business. Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. About The Role: We are looking for an experienced legal secretary and a PA to join our Occupiers/Public Liability team. There are two roles, one will be working with a Partner, and one supporting a pool of secretaries, working together to support our fee earners with audio typing and the preparation of documents and correspondence. Your role as a legal secretary/PA will require excellent interpersonal skills in liaising directly with clients and third parties. Our legal secretaries also get involved with diary management and court documents. Key Aspects of the Role: You will be working in the occupiers & public liability team Preparing correspondence and documents including pleadings and court bundles Photocopying and scanning documents (with assistance from Administration team if needed) Inbound and outbound calls to clients and others in a professional and friendly manner Arrange appointments/meetings and liaise with lawyers, clients, Counsel and others Supporting other secretaries and the administration team as required Helping to update the Proclaim case management system where possible Person Specification: Prior experience working as a legal secretary/PA is essential, but we are happy to train you in the area of personal injury An excellent command of spelling, punctuation and grammar is required Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, if you have experience of the Proclaim case management system that would be advantageous Audio typing skills of 65+wpm, ideally with digital dictation experience Ability to prioritise daily workload Acute attention to detail Excellent customer service skills, including professional and friendly telephone manner Salary, Hours & Benefits: Salary: 24,000 - 30,000 Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30am Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after 1 year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after 2 years' service Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service Death in Service - 2 x salary Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity & Inclusion Netball / Football team, 10km Manchester team and more Enhanced Maternity Leave payment if you have over 1 year tenure Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual flu jab Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Our employees are our most important asset and it's our employees who have made Express Solicitors the success it is today. Our recruitment process consolidates that success. At Express Solicitors, we rate skill and ability above all else and therefore our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Assistant, Family Secretary, PA, Legal Typist, Typist, Legal PA, Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Office Support, Legal Assistant, Legal Business Support, Fee Earner Support, Customer Service Administrator, Customer Service, Administrator may also be considered for this role.
International Law Firm Non-Contentious Construction Associate/ Senior Associate London This ranked, international law firm, founded over 100 years ago, has 170+ partners worldwide across. They are one of the few international law firms focused on successful individuals and private wealth, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. They advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes. The firm's highly regarded, busy, and very-profitable Real Estate team act for landowners, property developers, international investors, charities, leisure and hospitality operators and sports institutions, art galleries and cultural institutions, and international banks. The London team consists of 7 partners, 1 of counsel, and 23 fee earners with specialisms in commercial, residential, rural, real estate disputes and construction practices. The construction practice has a non-contentious focus, principally advising developers, owners, charities and other not-for-profit organisations, high net worth individuals, hotel groups, institutional investors and major international retailers. They also advise industry professionals, such as architects and engineers, contractors and specialist subcontractors. In addition to providing procurement advice and project documentation, they work closely with the wider real estate department and the corporate and finance teams on transactional matters. They also provide a number of their clients with project support services, including pre-dispute, ADR and settlement advice. As part of the role, you will be involved in a diverse mix of development work, working independently and also together with the firm's commercial, residential and landed estates teams. Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate a technical understanding and genuine enthusiasm for all aspects of construction law, particularly: Drafting bespoke contracts, as well as amendments to industry standard forms. A good working knowledge of the construction aspects of facility agreements and agreements for lease. Familiarity with public procurement and tendering procedures. A sound commercial understanding of the industry and current trends in procurement. The ideal candidate will have between 4-6 years' experience in non-contentious construction matters gained from a highly regarded City or international practice in London. You will also have excellent academics. Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working a variety of other Construction law opportunities with ranked teams in the City London so would be interested to talk to any Construction lawyer. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
May 18, 2024
Full time
International Law Firm Non-Contentious Construction Associate/ Senior Associate London This ranked, international law firm, founded over 100 years ago, has 170+ partners worldwide across. They are one of the few international law firms focused on successful individuals and private wealth, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. They advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes. The firm's highly regarded, busy, and very-profitable Real Estate team act for landowners, property developers, international investors, charities, leisure and hospitality operators and sports institutions, art galleries and cultural institutions, and international banks. The London team consists of 7 partners, 1 of counsel, and 23 fee earners with specialisms in commercial, residential, rural, real estate disputes and construction practices. The construction practice has a non-contentious focus, principally advising developers, owners, charities and other not-for-profit organisations, high net worth individuals, hotel groups, institutional investors and major international retailers. They also advise industry professionals, such as architects and engineers, contractors and specialist subcontractors. In addition to providing procurement advice and project documentation, they work closely with the wider real estate department and the corporate and finance teams on transactional matters. They also provide a number of their clients with project support services, including pre-dispute, ADR and settlement advice. As part of the role, you will be involved in a diverse mix of development work, working independently and also together with the firm's commercial, residential and landed estates teams. Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate a technical understanding and genuine enthusiasm for all aspects of construction law, particularly: Drafting bespoke contracts, as well as amendments to industry standard forms. A good working knowledge of the construction aspects of facility agreements and agreements for lease. Familiarity with public procurement and tendering procedures. A sound commercial understanding of the industry and current trends in procurement. The ideal candidate will have between 4-6 years' experience in non-contentious construction matters gained from a highly regarded City or international practice in London. You will also have excellent academics. Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working a variety of other Construction law opportunities with ranked teams in the City London so would be interested to talk to any Construction lawyer. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Have you recently finished your LPC and do you have an interest in family law? Our client is looking to expand their team and they have a role for someone with a genuine passion in this area to join the team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys the technical side of the law and who has a real passion for the subject. 24,000 - 25,000 + bonus Company Benefits: 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Competitive pension scheme Private healthcare Free parking Bonus scheme Key Responsibilities: Working alongside a team of Lawyers Conducting research Dealing with sensitive family matters and being the point of contact with clients Legal compliance Preparing billing Keeping up to date with case law and legal updates Preparing evidence and documents for court General ad hoc duties Experience and Skills Requirements: You will need to have a law degree and the desire to qualify. Our client will offer training support and after one years' service you will be assessed for this. Proficiency in legal research, document drafting and case management. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, task and manage deadlines effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Detail focused with a high level of accuracy. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment. If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Have you recently finished your LPC and do you have an interest in family law? Our client is looking to expand their team and they have a role for someone with a genuine passion in this area to join the team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys the technical side of the law and who has a real passion for the subject. 24,000 - 25,000 + bonus Company Benefits: 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Competitive pension scheme Private healthcare Free parking Bonus scheme Key Responsibilities: Working alongside a team of Lawyers Conducting research Dealing with sensitive family matters and being the point of contact with clients Legal compliance Preparing billing Keeping up to date with case law and legal updates Preparing evidence and documents for court General ad hoc duties Experience and Skills Requirements: You will need to have a law degree and the desire to qualify. Our client will offer training support and after one years' service you will be assessed for this. Proficiency in legal research, document drafting and case management. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, task and manage deadlines effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Detail focused with a high level of accuracy. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment. If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.
Ranked International Firm Private Client Associate 3-5PQE London This Firm are one of the most prominent UK and international law firms in the country, providing excellent legal services to a variety of business and individuals. The firm has offices across the country, however, have a growing global network. The firm consists of 140+ partners and more than 800 professionals, with a strong reputation for expertise in sectors such as technology, private wealth, shipping and real estate. The firm's private client and tax team includes a core of traditional private client lawyers as well as specialist advisors in domestic estate planning, international tax and structuring, contentious trusts and estates, charity matters and court of protection and deputyship work. The private client team is regularly nominated for and wins awards and there is widespread industry recognition of the team's strength and depth across our network of offices. The team are looking to hire a 3-5 PQE associate into their London office. The successful candidate will join a highly respected team dedicated to private wealth advice, UK and international tax planning and asset protection, advising individuals, family offices, family businesses and fiduciaries. The team has the support of leading practitioners from a number of practice areas across the firm, when required. The ideal candidate will have private client experience in domestic and international work in both trust and tax matters, gained from a similar practice in London. The role offers excellent quality of work in a collegiate and supportive environment. Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working a variety of other private client opportunities with ranked teams in the City London so would be interested to talk to any private client lawyer. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Ranked International Firm Private Client Associate 3-5PQE London This Firm are one of the most prominent UK and international law firms in the country, providing excellent legal services to a variety of business and individuals. The firm has offices across the country, however, have a growing global network. The firm consists of 140+ partners and more than 800 professionals, with a strong reputation for expertise in sectors such as technology, private wealth, shipping and real estate. The firm's private client and tax team includes a core of traditional private client lawyers as well as specialist advisors in domestic estate planning, international tax and structuring, contentious trusts and estates, charity matters and court of protection and deputyship work. The private client team is regularly nominated for and wins awards and there is widespread industry recognition of the team's strength and depth across our network of offices. The team are looking to hire a 3-5 PQE associate into their London office. The successful candidate will join a highly respected team dedicated to private wealth advice, UK and international tax planning and asset protection, advising individuals, family offices, family businesses and fiduciaries. The team has the support of leading practitioners from a number of practice areas across the firm, when required. The ideal candidate will have private client experience in domestic and international work in both trust and tax matters, gained from a similar practice in London. The role offers excellent quality of work in a collegiate and supportive environment. Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working a variety of other private client opportunities with ranked teams in the City London so would be interested to talk to any private client lawyer. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Top-Tier City Law Firm Immigration Senior Associate 5+PQE London This City law firm are recognised expertise in employment law, private client advisory and deputyships, public law, criminal defence litigation, corporate and commercial, dispute resolution, family law, medical negligence and personal injury, regulatory and professional discipline, real estate, construction and immigration. Clients include regulatory bodies, local authorities and government bodies, as well as large public companies, owner-managed businesses and individuals, many of whom are in the public eye. The firm's specialist immigration team rank tier 1 in the legal directories and are one of the largest Immigration teams in the UK with 33 fee earners. The team has advised businesses and individuals on all aspects of UK immigration and nationality law for over 20 years. Clients range from UK entrepreneurs to global corporations and sectors include tech; media, entertainment and sport; financial services; and the legal sector. The team are seeking a Senior Associate with at least 5 years' experience to assist the Immigration team in the provision of advice to the firm's private and corporate clients. The immigration department is made up of three teams which consist of two corporate teams and one private client team. As part of the role the role you will: Manage own caseload of private clients Actively manage and develop client relationships including day to day contact with key clients and preparing a variety of immigration applications for private individuals across all areas including business immigration, family immigration, human rights, the European Settlement Scheme and nationality applications. Provide advice on complex UK immigration matters Work with clients on Administrative reviews, appeals and judicial reviews against decisions of the UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) Keep immigration knowledge up to date and is familiar with all relevant legislation Liaise closely with other fee earners in the team and with clients Liaise directly with the UKVI Research Marketing activities (seminars, workshops, pitches etc.) Understanding of financials on client accounts Supervision of junior members of the team Such other duties as may from time to time be required. Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working a variety of other Immigration opportunities with ranked teams in the City London so would be interested to talk to any Immigration lawyer. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Top-Tier City Law Firm Immigration Senior Associate 5+PQE London This City law firm are recognised expertise in employment law, private client advisory and deputyships, public law, criminal defence litigation, corporate and commercial, dispute resolution, family law, medical negligence and personal injury, regulatory and professional discipline, real estate, construction and immigration. Clients include regulatory bodies, local authorities and government bodies, as well as large public companies, owner-managed businesses and individuals, many of whom are in the public eye. The firm's specialist immigration team rank tier 1 in the legal directories and are one of the largest Immigration teams in the UK with 33 fee earners. The team has advised businesses and individuals on all aspects of UK immigration and nationality law for over 20 years. Clients range from UK entrepreneurs to global corporations and sectors include tech; media, entertainment and sport; financial services; and the legal sector. The team are seeking a Senior Associate with at least 5 years' experience to assist the Immigration team in the provision of advice to the firm's private and corporate clients. The immigration department is made up of three teams which consist of two corporate teams and one private client team. As part of the role the role you will: Manage own caseload of private clients Actively manage and develop client relationships including day to day contact with key clients and preparing a variety of immigration applications for private individuals across all areas including business immigration, family immigration, human rights, the European Settlement Scheme and nationality applications. Provide advice on complex UK immigration matters Work with clients on Administrative reviews, appeals and judicial reviews against decisions of the UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) Keep immigration knowledge up to date and is familiar with all relevant legislation Liaise closely with other fee earners in the team and with clients Liaise directly with the UKVI Research Marketing activities (seminars, workshops, pitches etc.) Understanding of financials on client accounts Supervision of junior members of the team Such other duties as may from time to time be required. Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working a variety of other Immigration opportunities with ranked teams in the City London so would be interested to talk to any Immigration lawyer. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
We do things a bit differently at Hedges (back to that in a mo). We understand that as a Private Client Solicitor / Lawyer you are likely to be comfortable in your current law firm and content with that. In which case, feel free to click out of this now. BUT We also understand what motivates Private Client Solicitors and we know there are so many of you out there who are Undervalued, Not Appreciated, Deflated & De-Motivated by low-value work, low fixed-fees that are imposed on you, archaic practices, out-dated management, slow IT & even slower career progression. And you re precisely who should read on now At Hedges our people are: 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 they are worth And this is because at Hedges we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED - we were only the 5th firm in the country to join this highly-exclusive club. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtually)? Ok, back to being different We may have a 235-year heritage as a Private Client Legal Practice, but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull & 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 & The Cotswolds". The 5th employee-owned law firm in the UK so 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. Last year was our biggest revenue year yet and we have ambitious and exciting plans for the future - there's still so much to do and achieve and we're not happy unless we're pushing boundaries So, how about you come and be a part of our future and us a part of yours? Role Info: Junior Private Client Solicitor - 2 Years PQE Mix of Remote Working plus Office for Client Meetings - Within 1 hour reach of Wallingford / Oxfordshire or Chipping Norton Tell Us What You Want to Earn Plus Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share & STEP Training Support Reporting to: Lifetime Team Leader Full Time - Permanent 35 hours P/W Your Skills: Best-in-class Inheritance & lifetime planning advice. Drafting complex Wills. Creation and administration of Trusts. Estate planning and Court of Protection. Support and training. Excellent communication - a real people person. Outstanding client assistance and advisory skills. Product / Service: Highly-Respected Private Client Law Practice for High Net Worth Individuals Clients: Interesting, creative, affluent & uber-successful HNW Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture Structure: Limited company. Part Employee Owned (1 of only 25 such law firms in the country) Team Size: 50 awesome colleagues! Want a change of lifestyle? Work your way. Due to exceptional demand we're expanding our Inheritance & Lifetime Planning team with aspirations to become the firm in Oxford & the Cotswolds, and you will play a key role in that. Work from home, from the office or a mix of the two (ideally 2/3 days a week). And if you're ready to swap the gritty city routine of London for the beautiful rolling hills, stunning architecture and calm of Berkshire / Oxfordshire / Cotswolds, Hedges is the place to be. Slow the pace, switch out the dirty commute for a dog walk, bike ride or nature ramble. With plenty of green space for you (and the family), wonderful schools, a lively and vibrant scene and the likes of Daylesford, Diddly Squat Farm, Bamford, Soho Farmhouse, Estelle Manor & Cornbury Festival and scores of the best foodie pubs in the country on your doorstep, the most amazing lifestyle awaits. We'll spare you the list of accountabilities, we'll happily chat about later. Straight to the point About You: + Qualified Solicitor (c2 years PQE) + Able to deliver high quality legal services with high 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 and behaviours with high confidentiality + You will have a strong desire to embrace new technologies and a 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 + Free parking at our office + Paperless Technology: to make your life easier + Coaching & Personal Development + Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture + High Pedigree Team: Our highly skilled team of solicitors use their knowledge and expertise to provide practical & responsive legal advice in our specialist areas of Private Client services (including Tax Advice), Family Law, Property Law and Civil Litigation (including employment law) Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team for a confidential chat. Experience / Background / Previous Roles May Include: Lifetime Planning Solicitor, Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Inheritance, Court of Protection Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
May 17, 2024
Full time
We do things a bit differently at Hedges (back to that in a mo). We understand that as a Private Client Solicitor / Lawyer you are likely to be comfortable in your current law firm and content with that. In which case, feel free to click out of this now. BUT We also understand what motivates Private Client Solicitors and we know there are so many of you out there who are Undervalued, Not Appreciated, Deflated & De-Motivated by low-value work, low fixed-fees that are imposed on you, archaic practices, out-dated management, slow IT & even slower career progression. And you re precisely who should read on now At Hedges our people are: 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 they are worth And this is because at Hedges we are EMPLOYEE-OWNED - we were only the 5th firm in the country to join this highly-exclusive club. Fancy a confidential coffee and chat (virtually)? Ok, back to being different We may have a 235-year heritage as a Private Client Legal Practice, but that doesn't mean we're a stale, dull & 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 & The Cotswolds". The 5th employee-owned law firm in the UK so 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. Last year was our biggest revenue year yet and we have ambitious and exciting plans for the future - there's still so much to do and achieve and we're not happy unless we're pushing boundaries So, how about you come and be a part of our future and us a part of yours? Role Info: Junior Private Client Solicitor - 2 Years PQE Mix of Remote Working plus Office for Client Meetings - Within 1 hour reach of Wallingford / Oxfordshire or Chipping Norton Tell Us What You Want to Earn Plus Extensive Benefits Including Company Profit Share & STEP Training Support Reporting to: Lifetime Team Leader Full Time - Permanent 35 hours P/W Your Skills: Best-in-class Inheritance & lifetime planning advice. Drafting complex Wills. Creation and administration of Trusts. Estate planning and Court of Protection. Support and training. Excellent communication - a real people person. Outstanding client assistance and advisory skills. Product / Service: Highly-Respected Private Client Law Practice for High Net Worth Individuals Clients: Interesting, creative, affluent & uber-successful HNW Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture Structure: Limited company. Part Employee Owned (1 of only 25 such law firms in the country) Team Size: 50 awesome colleagues! Want a change of lifestyle? Work your way. Due to exceptional demand we're expanding our Inheritance & Lifetime Planning team with aspirations to become the firm in Oxford & the Cotswolds, and you will play a key role in that. Work from home, from the office or a mix of the two (ideally 2/3 days a week). And if you're ready to swap the gritty city routine of London for the beautiful rolling hills, stunning architecture and calm of Berkshire / Oxfordshire / Cotswolds, Hedges is the place to be. Slow the pace, switch out the dirty commute for a dog walk, bike ride or nature ramble. With plenty of green space for you (and the family), wonderful schools, a lively and vibrant scene and the likes of Daylesford, Diddly Squat Farm, Bamford, Soho Farmhouse, Estelle Manor & Cornbury Festival and scores of the best foodie pubs in the country on your doorstep, the most amazing lifestyle awaits. We'll spare you the list of accountabilities, we'll happily chat about later. Straight to the point About You: + Qualified Solicitor (c2 years PQE) + Able to deliver high quality legal services with high 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 and behaviours with high confidentiality + You will have a strong desire to embrace new technologies and a 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 + Free parking at our office + Paperless Technology: to make your life easier + Coaching & Personal Development + Culture: Inspiring working environment with people-focused culture + High Pedigree Team: Our highly skilled team of solicitors use their knowledge and expertise to provide practical & responsive legal advice in our specialist areas of Private Client services (including Tax Advice), Family Law, Property Law and Civil Litigation (including employment law) Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team for a confidential chat. Experience / Background / Previous Roles May Include: Lifetime Planning Solicitor, Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Inheritance, Court of Protection Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
Absolute Executive Search have been entrusted to work in partnership with a prestigious Law Firm in London to source the very best talent into their growing Consultancy Team. This award-winning Firm focuses on quality and talent combining the best elements of traditional law to provide a different offering for both clients and lawyers. A firm which nurtures and inspires a team culture, enabling lawyers to concentrate on their legal work without bureaucracy and targets. We are seeking a variety of Senior Associates or Partners 8yrs+ PQE from various areas of Law who are looking to enjoy the freedom of managing their own day to day business yet being supported 24/7 by an award-winning Firm. The Firm specialises in:- Banking & Finance Intellectual Property Family Charity Franchising Private Client Real Estate Dispute Resolution & Litigation Commercial Contracts Construction & Engineering Employment The successful candidates will already have their own client following, be ambitious and have an entrepreneurial quality about them, someone who wants unlimited earning potential and someone who enjoys networking and collaborating as a Team when needed. Benefits to include:- 100% Remote working/or work from the London office if you wish. Manage your own hours. Uncapped earnings. No targets. Tiered billing from 70% to 90%. A dedicated Team covering compliance, PR & Marketing and Networking/Events. Full back-office support. Team working/Networking. If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity and feel you can bring an entrepreneurial work ethos to this firm, then please get in touch, or apply directly to us today!
May 17, 2024
Full time
Absolute Executive Search have been entrusted to work in partnership with a prestigious Law Firm in London to source the very best talent into their growing Consultancy Team. This award-winning Firm focuses on quality and talent combining the best elements of traditional law to provide a different offering for both clients and lawyers. A firm which nurtures and inspires a team culture, enabling lawyers to concentrate on their legal work without bureaucracy and targets. We are seeking a variety of Senior Associates or Partners 8yrs+ PQE from various areas of Law who are looking to enjoy the freedom of managing their own day to day business yet being supported 24/7 by an award-winning Firm. The Firm specialises in:- Banking & Finance Intellectual Property Family Charity Franchising Private Client Real Estate Dispute Resolution & Litigation Commercial Contracts Construction & Engineering Employment The successful candidates will already have their own client following, be ambitious and have an entrepreneurial quality about them, someone who wants unlimited earning potential and someone who enjoys networking and collaborating as a Team when needed. Benefits to include:- 100% Remote working/or work from the London office if you wish. Manage your own hours. Uncapped earnings. No targets. Tiered billing from 70% to 90%. A dedicated Team covering compliance, PR & Marketing and Networking/Events. Full back-office support. Team working/Networking. If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity and feel you can bring an entrepreneurial work ethos to this firm, then please get in touch, or apply directly to us today!
The Cross Border / International Litigation & Investigation Counsel - Senior Lead Counsel I - provides legal support, advice, guidance and management across a broad range of contentious matters across all business areas spanning over 50 jurisdictions in the UK, Europe and Middle East & Africa clusters (Business Cluster). This position will report to the Head of Cross Border / International Litigation & Investigations. The work involved and related responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Advising generally on disputes across all jurisdictions in the Business Conducting investigations and inquiries into regulatory issues Managing the conduct of regulatory and legal proceedings, criminal and civil, to the best outcome including negotiations; managing reputation and franchise risk; selecting and instructing local external counsel; and ongoing management of related legal costs Conducting and taking the lead on internal investigations, providing support on ethics-related complaints, and working in partnership with Citi's Compliance and independent investigation teams Working with internal lawyers at country and cluster levels, and with Citi lawyers in the US Advising generally in any matters involving disputes and court process; Assisting in maintaining a significant litigation reporting database for the preparation of reports to senior management Appropriately assessing risk and applying sound ethical judgment regarding conduct of personnel, escalating, managing and reporting issues. The individual should possess the following competencies - A demonstration of strong ethical awareness, and integrity; Intellectual strength, sound judgment and strong ability to recognize issues so as to distil information rapidly in order to identify legal and business issues and to advise upon them, exercising appropriate perspective and judgment. The ability to work flexibly, decisively, and under tight time and demanding conditions to manage a broad range of issues and to work with stakeholders at all levels; Resourcefulness and strong commercial awareness in order to respond to business issues with workable solutions, to take decisions under critical time pressure and to proactively manage related risk. Strong communication and presentation skills - the ability to relay precise information orally and in writing to a range of audiences of various sizes up to the level of regional senior management. Ability and preparedness to take the lead in making appropriate recommendations to senior members of management. Ability to deliver high levels of client service with a client-focused perspective. Team approach - ability to promote collaboration within the team and throughout the organization; and to influence and guide others in reaching appropriate decisions. The above job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required. What we can offer you This is a role that will offer you the opportunity to build and develop an in-depth knowledge within Legal and drive your career forward. Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities. We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well. By joining Citi London, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as: Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure A discretional annual performance related bonus Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances Employee Assistance Program Pension Plan Paid Parental Leave Special discounts for employees, family, and friends Access to an array of learning and development resources Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive. Job Family Group: Legal Job Family: Legal - Enterprise Time Type: Full time Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Citigroup Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Citi") invite all qualified interested applicants to apply for career opportunities. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi . View the " EEO is the Law " poster. View the EEO is the Law Supplement . View the EEO Policy Statement . View the Pay Transparency Posting
May 17, 2024
Full time
The Cross Border / International Litigation & Investigation Counsel - Senior Lead Counsel I - provides legal support, advice, guidance and management across a broad range of contentious matters across all business areas spanning over 50 jurisdictions in the UK, Europe and Middle East & Africa clusters (Business Cluster). This position will report to the Head of Cross Border / International Litigation & Investigations. The work involved and related responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Advising generally on disputes across all jurisdictions in the Business Conducting investigations and inquiries into regulatory issues Managing the conduct of regulatory and legal proceedings, criminal and civil, to the best outcome including negotiations; managing reputation and franchise risk; selecting and instructing local external counsel; and ongoing management of related legal costs Conducting and taking the lead on internal investigations, providing support on ethics-related complaints, and working in partnership with Citi's Compliance and independent investigation teams Working with internal lawyers at country and cluster levels, and with Citi lawyers in the US Advising generally in any matters involving disputes and court process; Assisting in maintaining a significant litigation reporting database for the preparation of reports to senior management Appropriately assessing risk and applying sound ethical judgment regarding conduct of personnel, escalating, managing and reporting issues. The individual should possess the following competencies - A demonstration of strong ethical awareness, and integrity; Intellectual strength, sound judgment and strong ability to recognize issues so as to distil information rapidly in order to identify legal and business issues and to advise upon them, exercising appropriate perspective and judgment. The ability to work flexibly, decisively, and under tight time and demanding conditions to manage a broad range of issues and to work with stakeholders at all levels; Resourcefulness and strong commercial awareness in order to respond to business issues with workable solutions, to take decisions under critical time pressure and to proactively manage related risk. Strong communication and presentation skills - the ability to relay precise information orally and in writing to a range of audiences of various sizes up to the level of regional senior management. Ability and preparedness to take the lead in making appropriate recommendations to senior members of management. Ability to deliver high levels of client service with a client-focused perspective. Team approach - ability to promote collaboration within the team and throughout the organization; and to influence and guide others in reaching appropriate decisions. The above job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required. What we can offer you This is a role that will offer you the opportunity to build and develop an in-depth knowledge within Legal and drive your career forward. Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities. We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well. By joining Citi London, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as: Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure A discretional annual performance related bonus Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances Employee Assistance Program Pension Plan Paid Parental Leave Special discounts for employees, family, and friends Access to an array of learning and development resources Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive. Job Family Group: Legal Job Family: Legal - Enterprise Time Type: Full time Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Citigroup Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Citi") invite all qualified interested applicants to apply for career opportunities. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi . View the " EEO is the Law " poster. View the EEO is the Law Supplement . View the EEO Policy Statement . View the Pay Transparency Posting
Family Lawyer required by my client on a locum basis in Blackwood, South Wales. The firm are looking for someone who can cover the full Private Family workload which includes divorce and financial matters. The role will be ongoing while the firm recruits and ideally they're looking for someone to start asap. The position can be completed on a hybrid working basis and happy to consider full or part time options.
May 16, 2024
Contractor
Family Lawyer required by my client on a locum basis in Blackwood, South Wales. The firm are looking for someone who can cover the full Private Family workload which includes divorce and financial matters. The role will be ongoing while the firm recruits and ideally they're looking for someone to start asap. The position can be completed on a hybrid working basis and happy to consider full or part time options.
Join us on our mission to make the world a better place Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make the most of your skills and talents in an organisation that's serious about sustainability? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for a non-contentious construction lawyer to join our inhouse team of experts. About Us We are an innovation driven digital infrastructure organisation of industry leading experts in intelligent design, engineering, security, science, research, and sustainability. Headquartered in London (UK), with over 200MW of IT capacity live or under development, we develop and operate sustainable data centres for some of the world's largest technology companies, across the UK, Europe, Middle East, and Asia. We believe in data centres for good - creating employment opportunities, using our resources to support local communities, and investing in environmental restoration. Irrespective of which area you work in there's a common thread that binds everyone at Pure DC together. We're passionate about always improving the way we are working, operating and developing. Our goal is to use intelligent design of data centre infrastructure to improve the planet, society and the communities we operate in. Being sustainable makes a lot of sense, our customers want to develop sustainably, and we do too. We recognise and take responsibility for the environmental impact of our data centres and that's why our in-house design, construction and sustainability teams are working together to reduce emissions associated with our activities and supply chain. Tasks What you'll be doing Supporting in the development of the data centres globally. Pure's current locations include the UK, Ireland and Indonesia. Pure has further active development projects in UAE, the UK, and Europe (various locations). The individual will be required to work across further jurisdictions as Pure secures new projects internationally. Working with existing Legal Counsel to co-ordinate and lead on contract negotiations and manage construction and supply across the relevant regions. Coordinating and putting in place long-lead equipment supply agreements across multiple projects. Developing procurement strategies to assist the business deliver on time and on budget. Working with key internal stakeholders and managing international and UK external counsel. Liaising with the Project Directors, development and technical teams, procurement, and operations to support the business to deliver the construction and operation of data centre projects. Working to support a wide range of transactional projects and providing general contractual and strategic advice. Requirements About you We would love to hear from you if you are: Curious, analytical and great at solving problems Exceptional at building strong working relationships with team members and across a range of stakeholders Flexible and adaptable team player with a can-do attitude Able to undertake a variety of activities with a substantial degree of personal responsibility and autonomy. What we're looking for Do you have: A genuine passion to drive change: We're constantly searching for new ways to change the status quo. We need you to be efficient and agile, with excellent attention to detail and a desire to drive value creation and deliver exceptional service. Ability to think differently: Our projects all require the team to think through problems and find the most effective and efficient new solution in each case. We're looking for innovative thinking, problem solving, and a willingness to question assumptions. Ability to build and maintain trust: . We build trust and create space for people to own their work and deliver their best. We create environments where people feel safe if they make honest mistakes, and when they do we support them to learn and put things right. Ability to connect and collaborate: You'll be able to share your perspectives constructively and listen openly. Cross functional collaboration is crucial, because we understand that no one team is wholly responsible for building and operating a data centre. Benefits What's in it for you? You'll be joining a dedicated, vibrant, dynamic and talented team of people who are deeply passionate about data centres for good. We're committed to the culture of learning and provide regular learning opportunities for everyone. We will support you with your personal and career development plans. Our hybrid working approach gives you flexibility in where, when and how you work. Your health and wellbeing is really important to us and we want to ensure that you're able to make the most of the opportunities and reach your full potential. From a programme of wellbeing activities throughout the year to Mental Health First Aiders and a 24-hour impartial Employee Assistance line, we're determined to create an environment that supports everyone's mental and physical health. We offer a competitive salary. You'll get 25 days' annual leave which increases with service up to 30 days, plus bank holidays. You also get an extra day off for your birthday. We offer a Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme. We provide Private Medical Insurance for you and your family. We offer 3 x Life Insurance and many other benefits. This is an exciting role for someone who really wants to make a difference and is passionate about how the data centre infrastructure can help to improve the planet, society and the communities we operate in. Everyone's welcome Everyone is welcome at Pure. Our business thrives on difference and we want you to feel at home, and be able to bring your whole self to work. We champion a workplace that celebrates and embraces diversity, ensuring that every individual, regardless of their background, finds a true sense of belonging. We understand the value of a diverse talent base and the unique perspectives, experiences and innovative ideas each person brings. That's why we have our Inclusion & Belonging Committee to drive forward our key inclusion priorities. We're committed to an active Inclusion, Diversity and Equal Opportunities Policy, starting with our recruitment and selection process. We want applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Join us on our mission to make the world a better place Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make the most of your skills and talents in an organisation that's serious about sustainability? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for a non-contentious construction lawyer to join our inhouse team of experts. About Us We are an innovation driven digital infrastructure organisation of industry leading experts in intelligent design, engineering, security, science, research, and sustainability. Headquartered in London (UK), with over 200MW of IT capacity live or under development, we develop and operate sustainable data centres for some of the world's largest technology companies, across the UK, Europe, Middle East, and Asia. We believe in data centres for good - creating employment opportunities, using our resources to support local communities, and investing in environmental restoration. Irrespective of which area you work in there's a common thread that binds everyone at Pure DC together. We're passionate about always improving the way we are working, operating and developing. Our goal is to use intelligent design of data centre infrastructure to improve the planet, society and the communities we operate in. Being sustainable makes a lot of sense, our customers want to develop sustainably, and we do too. We recognise and take responsibility for the environmental impact of our data centres and that's why our in-house design, construction and sustainability teams are working together to reduce emissions associated with our activities and supply chain. Tasks What you'll be doing Supporting in the development of the data centres globally. Pure's current locations include the UK, Ireland and Indonesia. Pure has further active development projects in UAE, the UK, and Europe (various locations). The individual will be required to work across further jurisdictions as Pure secures new projects internationally. Working with existing Legal Counsel to co-ordinate and lead on contract negotiations and manage construction and supply across the relevant regions. Coordinating and putting in place long-lead equipment supply agreements across multiple projects. Developing procurement strategies to assist the business deliver on time and on budget. Working with key internal stakeholders and managing international and UK external counsel. Liaising with the Project Directors, development and technical teams, procurement, and operations to support the business to deliver the construction and operation of data centre projects. Working to support a wide range of transactional projects and providing general contractual and strategic advice. Requirements About you We would love to hear from you if you are: Curious, analytical and great at solving problems Exceptional at building strong working relationships with team members and across a range of stakeholders Flexible and adaptable team player with a can-do attitude Able to undertake a variety of activities with a substantial degree of personal responsibility and autonomy. What we're looking for Do you have: A genuine passion to drive change: We're constantly searching for new ways to change the status quo. We need you to be efficient and agile, with excellent attention to detail and a desire to drive value creation and deliver exceptional service. Ability to think differently: Our projects all require the team to think through problems and find the most effective and efficient new solution in each case. We're looking for innovative thinking, problem solving, and a willingness to question assumptions. Ability to build and maintain trust: . We build trust and create space for people to own their work and deliver their best. We create environments where people feel safe if they make honest mistakes, and when they do we support them to learn and put things right. Ability to connect and collaborate: You'll be able to share your perspectives constructively and listen openly. Cross functional collaboration is crucial, because we understand that no one team is wholly responsible for building and operating a data centre. Benefits What's in it for you? You'll be joining a dedicated, vibrant, dynamic and talented team of people who are deeply passionate about data centres for good. We're committed to the culture of learning and provide regular learning opportunities for everyone. We will support you with your personal and career development plans. Our hybrid working approach gives you flexibility in where, when and how you work. Your health and wellbeing is really important to us and we want to ensure that you're able to make the most of the opportunities and reach your full potential. From a programme of wellbeing activities throughout the year to Mental Health First Aiders and a 24-hour impartial Employee Assistance line, we're determined to create an environment that supports everyone's mental and physical health. We offer a competitive salary. You'll get 25 days' annual leave which increases with service up to 30 days, plus bank holidays. You also get an extra day off for your birthday. We offer a Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme. We provide Private Medical Insurance for you and your family. We offer 3 x Life Insurance and many other benefits. This is an exciting role for someone who really wants to make a difference and is passionate about how the data centre infrastructure can help to improve the planet, society and the communities we operate in. Everyone's welcome Everyone is welcome at Pure. Our business thrives on difference and we want you to feel at home, and be able to bring your whole self to work. We champion a workplace that celebrates and embraces diversity, ensuring that every individual, regardless of their background, finds a true sense of belonging. We understand the value of a diverse talent base and the unique perspectives, experiences and innovative ideas each person brings. That's why we have our Inclusion & Belonging Committee to drive forward our key inclusion priorities. We're committed to an active Inclusion, Diversity and Equal Opportunities Policy, starting with our recruitment and selection process. We want applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Role: Employment Paralegal Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that it does. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We look to recruit dedicated and talented employees in both legal and non-legal capacities, and we are always interested to receive applications from quality candidates. Training and diversity are at the heart of Duncan Lewis, and we remain proud of our diverse and inclusive workforce. If you can demonstrate a strong commitment to the areas of law provided by the firm, and you are keen to build a career with us, please apply online with your details and CV. Employment Department Background: Our Employment lawyers advise on all employment law related matters and act on behalf of claimants and respondents in all contentious employment law proceedings in the Employment Tribunals, County Courts and the High Court; delivering advice from the start of a potential claim through to its conclusion by settlement or litigation. Our team offers advice and assistance to employees and employers on matters such as redundancy, disciplinary and / or grievance proceedings and investigations, whistleblowing, and restrictive covenants, confidentiality and injunctions. As expert mediators our team are able to resolve matters through settlement agreements, negotiations and mediations. Main Responsibilities of the Role Report directly to Department Director Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Employment cases including all types of Discrimination claims; Unfair Dismissal; Redundancy; TUPE; negotiating Settlement Agreements; Mediation; Breach of Contract; Conduct matters and matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases Dealing with correspondence Maintaining accurate time costing procedures Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly Ensuring compliance with file management. Key Skills Required Demonstrate passion and experience in a broad range of Employment Law A strong academic background with a Law degree Legal experience as an Employment Paralegal/Advisor Clear understanding and application of Employment Laws Business acumen and the ability to market the Company Excellent communications skills to work effectively with all types of people Excellent analytical and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative but know when to seek guidance Committed team player, self -motivated and professional Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please visit our website and apply using our online process for your application to be considered. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY
May 16, 2024
Full time
Role: Employment Paralegal Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that it does. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We look to recruit dedicated and talented employees in both legal and non-legal capacities, and we are always interested to receive applications from quality candidates. Training and diversity are at the heart of Duncan Lewis, and we remain proud of our diverse and inclusive workforce. If you can demonstrate a strong commitment to the areas of law provided by the firm, and you are keen to build a career with us, please apply online with your details and CV. Employment Department Background: Our Employment lawyers advise on all employment law related matters and act on behalf of claimants and respondents in all contentious employment law proceedings in the Employment Tribunals, County Courts and the High Court; delivering advice from the start of a potential claim through to its conclusion by settlement or litigation. Our team offers advice and assistance to employees and employers on matters such as redundancy, disciplinary and / or grievance proceedings and investigations, whistleblowing, and restrictive covenants, confidentiality and injunctions. As expert mediators our team are able to resolve matters through settlement agreements, negotiations and mediations. Main Responsibilities of the Role Report directly to Department Director Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Employment cases including all types of Discrimination claims; Unfair Dismissal; Redundancy; TUPE; negotiating Settlement Agreements; Mediation; Breach of Contract; Conduct matters and matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases Dealing with correspondence Maintaining accurate time costing procedures Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly Ensuring compliance with file management. Key Skills Required Demonstrate passion and experience in a broad range of Employment Law A strong academic background with a Law degree Legal experience as an Employment Paralegal/Advisor Clear understanding and application of Employment Laws Business acumen and the ability to market the Company Excellent communications skills to work effectively with all types of people Excellent analytical and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative but know when to seek guidance Committed team player, self -motivated and professional Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please visit our website and apply using our online process for your application to be considered. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY
THE FIRM A well established firm in London. THE ROLE An immigration lawyer to provide advice to the firm's private and corporate clients. ABOUT YOU With 5pqe+ you will have the ability to manage a caseload of private clients Additionally you will manage and develop client relationships including day to day contact with key clients and preparing a variety of immigration applications for private individuals across all areas including business immigration, family immigration, human rights, the European Settlement Scheme and nationality applications. You will also Provide advice on complex UK immigration matters Work with clients on Administrative reviews, appeals and judicial reviews against decisions of the UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
May 16, 2024
Full time
THE FIRM A well established firm in London. THE ROLE An immigration lawyer to provide advice to the firm's private and corporate clients. ABOUT YOU With 5pqe+ you will have the ability to manage a caseload of private clients Additionally you will manage and develop client relationships including day to day contact with key clients and preparing a variety of immigration applications for private individuals across all areas including business immigration, family immigration, human rights, the European Settlement Scheme and nationality applications. You will also Provide advice on complex UK immigration matters Work with clients on Administrative reviews, appeals and judicial reviews against decisions of the UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
My client is a specialist Private Client practice with particular emphasis on non-contentious residential and commercial Property transactions. They're located centrally in Winchester and have occupied their building for well over 100 years. They offer a family friendly environment, as you would expect with a smaller firm. There are presently 5 partners that take the lead with generating consistently high-quality work and a further team of lawyers and support staff. Staff retention is very high, this is a happy firm where people enjoy their work. Work within the property team is fluid and client led with a focus on servicing an established client base that often involves investors with big property portfolios. Partners work on both Commercial and Residential transactional work and their is an opportunity for you to train and develop your practice in this way if you wish to do so. Fee earners in the property department typically work on a caseload of 20-25 files initially with transactions averaging around 1m, as such the firm can charge well in order to justify delivering an excellent client experience. This is a long way from volume conveyancing, and you will be required to manage clients' expectations and the transaction from initial instruction until completion. Due to sheer volume of work, and to ensure that service standards are maintained, the firm are seeking to employ either a specialist Residential Property Lawyer or, alternatively, a lawyer able to conduct both Residential and Commercial transactions would be considered. This role offers the very real prospect of equity partnership within an early time frame, and this can be discussed during the interview process. Consequently, and to be successful you will likely have several years PQE and demonstrative expertise in managing high quality transactions from start to finish. Staff are treated very well here and thrive in a relaxed working environment with competitive salaries and the ability to earn a bonus linked to your reasonable billing target. If you would like to find out more about this exciting opportunity, please contact James Hart for a confidential discussion. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
May 16, 2024
Full time
My client is a specialist Private Client practice with particular emphasis on non-contentious residential and commercial Property transactions. They're located centrally in Winchester and have occupied their building for well over 100 years. They offer a family friendly environment, as you would expect with a smaller firm. There are presently 5 partners that take the lead with generating consistently high-quality work and a further team of lawyers and support staff. Staff retention is very high, this is a happy firm where people enjoy their work. Work within the property team is fluid and client led with a focus on servicing an established client base that often involves investors with big property portfolios. Partners work on both Commercial and Residential transactional work and their is an opportunity for you to train and develop your practice in this way if you wish to do so. Fee earners in the property department typically work on a caseload of 20-25 files initially with transactions averaging around 1m, as such the firm can charge well in order to justify delivering an excellent client experience. This is a long way from volume conveyancing, and you will be required to manage clients' expectations and the transaction from initial instruction until completion. Due to sheer volume of work, and to ensure that service standards are maintained, the firm are seeking to employ either a specialist Residential Property Lawyer or, alternatively, a lawyer able to conduct both Residential and Commercial transactions would be considered. This role offers the very real prospect of equity partnership within an early time frame, and this can be discussed during the interview process. Consequently, and to be successful you will likely have several years PQE and demonstrative expertise in managing high quality transactions from start to finish. Staff are treated very well here and thrive in a relaxed working environment with competitive salaries and the ability to earn a bonus linked to your reasonable billing target. If you would like to find out more about this exciting opportunity, please contact James Hart for a confidential discussion. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
This award-winning firm not only has a strong reputation within the South West but also attracts clients internationally. They have a supportive and friendly working culture and are currently offering the exciting opportunity for a family lawyer to join their team. A fantastic opportunity to achieve a work/life balance in South Devon. The Role Based in Kingsbridge, but with the flexibility of working in other office locations, they are looking for a qualified and experienced Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum of 5-6 years experience in family law. This is a permanent, full-time role, working hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, with the possibility of hybrid working. You will be working with privately funded work that includes, post and pre-nuptial agreements, cohabitation disputes, matters relating to finance and children as a result of Divorce or separation. You will be challenged and engaged in quality, high end work that involves more complex and specialist elements of family law work, all supported by a team around you. A great career opportunity to expand and grow your knowledge and skill set. The Requirements A qualified Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive with family law experience (Minimum 5-6 years) Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise and organise your workload Dedicated to excellent client care Desire to expand and grow within your role Meticulous attention to detail If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. The Benefits competitive, market rate salary and additional benefits; excellent opportunities for career progression; a supportive working environment For more information or to apply, please contact Ida Missen at IWM Recruitment The level of experience is for guidance purposes and does not necessarily exclude applications from other levels of experience
May 16, 2024
Full time
This award-winning firm not only has a strong reputation within the South West but also attracts clients internationally. They have a supportive and friendly working culture and are currently offering the exciting opportunity for a family lawyer to join their team. A fantastic opportunity to achieve a work/life balance in South Devon. The Role Based in Kingsbridge, but with the flexibility of working in other office locations, they are looking for a qualified and experienced Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum of 5-6 years experience in family law. This is a permanent, full-time role, working hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, with the possibility of hybrid working. You will be working with privately funded work that includes, post and pre-nuptial agreements, cohabitation disputes, matters relating to finance and children as a result of Divorce or separation. You will be challenged and engaged in quality, high end work that involves more complex and specialist elements of family law work, all supported by a team around you. A great career opportunity to expand and grow your knowledge and skill set. The Requirements A qualified Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive with family law experience (Minimum 5-6 years) Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise and organise your workload Dedicated to excellent client care Desire to expand and grow within your role Meticulous attention to detail If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. The Benefits competitive, market rate salary and additional benefits; excellent opportunities for career progression; a supportive working environment For more information or to apply, please contact Ida Missen at IWM Recruitment The level of experience is for guidance purposes and does not necessarily exclude applications from other levels of experience
We're a national law firm with both an International and local reach. Our philosophy is 'Expert Hand, Human Touch' - something you'll find in the way we work with our clients and how we support our teams. We are always looking to support our colleagues in working in a way that best works for them. Please do speak to one of our Talent Acquisition Team to find out more information about our flexible working policies, including working from home. We are looking for a talented Solicitor (from NQ) to join our Private Client team in London, which deals with International & High Net Worth work. Your Role and What You'll Be Doing Our award winning High Net Worth and International private client team advises on high-value international and domestic and tax, trust and estate matters. We have a loyal and well established client base of HNW and UHNW individuals, families, family offices and fiduciary providers. The team specialises in two areas. The first is complex international tax planning, succession planning and asset structuring, for which they are highly regarded and in respect of which they have forged strong links in the international finance centres. The second is their tax and business wealth offering to entrepreneurs, business owners, owner-managed businesses and wealth creators of all types in the UK and abroad. About You We are looking for bright, ambitious private client lawyers with experience in tax matters. While cross-border experience will be an advantage, we would also be interested in applications from those with onshore-focused tax experience. We believe the role would best suit a Solicitor with 0 - 2 PQE however we are open to applications from those outside of this if you feel you can add value to the role. We're proud of our values, and we're looking for people who share them; To be pioneering with an imaginative outlook To be approachable and caring To be tenacious in the pursuit of our objectives To be efficient in the provision of our services To work with a foundation of integrity. If this sounds like you, we'd love to receive our application. Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You Flexible working options - Make work fit around your life, not the other way round 25 days holidays as standard - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too Generous and flexible pension schemes Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported to work in a way that best suits you. This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over how they wish to work subject to role and client requirements. We have recently been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2023! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, existing employees, clients, partners and other stakeholders. Depending on the role you apply for we may carry out checks that will establish your eligibility to work in the UK, and criminal record check and financial checks with a credit reference agency will also be undertaken. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud of our values, and we're looking for people who share them Create an alert subscription based on this vacancy
May 16, 2024
Full time
We're a national law firm with both an International and local reach. Our philosophy is 'Expert Hand, Human Touch' - something you'll find in the way we work with our clients and how we support our teams. We are always looking to support our colleagues in working in a way that best works for them. Please do speak to one of our Talent Acquisition Team to find out more information about our flexible working policies, including working from home. We are looking for a talented Solicitor (from NQ) to join our Private Client team in London, which deals with International & High Net Worth work. Your Role and What You'll Be Doing Our award winning High Net Worth and International private client team advises on high-value international and domestic and tax, trust and estate matters. We have a loyal and well established client base of HNW and UHNW individuals, families, family offices and fiduciary providers. The team specialises in two areas. The first is complex international tax planning, succession planning and asset structuring, for which they are highly regarded and in respect of which they have forged strong links in the international finance centres. The second is their tax and business wealth offering to entrepreneurs, business owners, owner-managed businesses and wealth creators of all types in the UK and abroad. About You We are looking for bright, ambitious private client lawyers with experience in tax matters. While cross-border experience will be an advantage, we would also be interested in applications from those with onshore-focused tax experience. We believe the role would best suit a Solicitor with 0 - 2 PQE however we are open to applications from those outside of this if you feel you can add value to the role. We're proud of our values, and we're looking for people who share them; To be pioneering with an imaginative outlook To be approachable and caring To be tenacious in the pursuit of our objectives To be efficient in the provision of our services To work with a foundation of integrity. If this sounds like you, we'd love to receive our application. Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You Flexible working options - Make work fit around your life, not the other way round 25 days holidays as standard - You can 'buy' up to 35hrs of extra holiday too Generous and flexible pension schemes Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services. We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you're fully supported to work in a way that best suits you. This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over how they wish to work subject to role and client requirements. We have recently been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2023! Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It's made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. Additional Information As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group's employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, existing employees, clients, partners and other stakeholders. Depending on the role you apply for we may carry out checks that will establish your eligibility to work in the UK, and criminal record check and financial checks with a credit reference agency will also be undertaken. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We're proud of our values, and we're looking for people who share them Create an alert subscription based on this vacancy
Specialist Law Firm Immigration Law Senior Associate London This specialist immigration London law firm provide legal services to both individuals and corporates on a variety of practice areas including corporate and individual immigration, employment law, dispute resolution, commercial, family and criminal law cases. They advise technology businesses and individuals on all aspects of UK immigration. They also advise fast growing tech companies, on issues surrounding investment rounds, data protection, intellectual property rights, employment issues, and exits. The Immigration team handles a range of mandates, including HNW individual applications, sponsor licences, and appeals, and immigration issues relating to Eastern Europe and the Middle East. The team are now seeking an experienced immigration senior associate to join their team in London. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years PQE in both corporate and private client immigration, gained at a recognised law firm in London. Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working a variety of other immigration opportunities with ranked teams in the City of London so would be interested to talk to any immigration lawyer. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Specialist Law Firm Immigration Law Senior Associate London This specialist immigration London law firm provide legal services to both individuals and corporates on a variety of practice areas including corporate and individual immigration, employment law, dispute resolution, commercial, family and criminal law cases. They advise technology businesses and individuals on all aspects of UK immigration. They also advise fast growing tech companies, on issues surrounding investment rounds, data protection, intellectual property rights, employment issues, and exits. The Immigration team handles a range of mandates, including HNW individual applications, sponsor licences, and appeals, and immigration issues relating to Eastern Europe and the Middle East. The team are now seeking an experienced immigration senior associate to join their team in London. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years PQE in both corporate and private client immigration, gained at a recognised law firm in London. Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working a variety of other immigration opportunities with ranked teams in the City of London so would be interested to talk to any immigration lawyer. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
A highly regarded London law firm is looking to grow out their Real Estate Finance team with a Senior Associate who is looking for a clear track to Partnership! My client is looking a Senior Lawyer to join their Legal500 ranked real estate finance team in London, who act for both funders and borrowers on a wide range of domestic and international real estate finance transactions. In this role, you will gain access to a wide range of clients, including: leading banks and financial institutions, challenger banks, alternative debt providers and specialist real estate lenders as well as institutional investors, asset managers, family offices, privately owned commercial real estate companies and commercial and residential developers. The ideal candidate will be: A minimum of 5 years PQE. Experienced in working on real estate transactions. UK Qualified Solicitor or CILEX qualified with the relevant experience. Strong academic background, excellent communication, and organisational skills. A strong selling point of my client is that they value a positive work-life balance, having an extremely reasonable target hours, flexible work-from-home policy, alongside competitive base remuneration. If you are interested in this opportunity, be sure to apply directly, or reach out . Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
May 16, 2024
Full time
A highly regarded London law firm is looking to grow out their Real Estate Finance team with a Senior Associate who is looking for a clear track to Partnership! My client is looking a Senior Lawyer to join their Legal500 ranked real estate finance team in London, who act for both funders and borrowers on a wide range of domestic and international real estate finance transactions. In this role, you will gain access to a wide range of clients, including: leading banks and financial institutions, challenger banks, alternative debt providers and specialist real estate lenders as well as institutional investors, asset managers, family offices, privately owned commercial real estate companies and commercial and residential developers. The ideal candidate will be: A minimum of 5 years PQE. Experienced in working on real estate transactions. UK Qualified Solicitor or CILEX qualified with the relevant experience. Strong academic background, excellent communication, and organisational skills. A strong selling point of my client is that they value a positive work-life balance, having an extremely reasonable target hours, flexible work-from-home policy, alongside competitive base remuneration. If you are interested in this opportunity, be sure to apply directly, or reach out . Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.