Commercial Litigation Paralegal vacancy with leading West End law firm. The Firm Our client is a commercial law firm based in the West End. The firm represent high-net-worth individuals, leading businesses, and industry professionals across the globe. The Opportunity The firm are looking to welcome a Commercial Litigation Paralegal to the team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will support a team of Partners and Solicitors / Associates across a broad range of commercial litigation work, including: Complex corporate and commercial disputes, including contract disputes, shareholder disputes, and regulatory compliance matters Commercial property disputes Sports-related disputes, including contractual disputes, disciplinary matters, and regulatory compliance issues This Commercial Litigation Paralegal vacancy is a full time, permanent role, working Monday - Friday, 9:30am - 5:30pm. Requirements Minimum 12 months' Commercial Litigation Paralegal experience Vacancy Highlights Hybrid working (2 days working from home) Excellent benefits package Annual trip abroad, all expenses paid To be considered for this opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion. Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Apr 30, 2025
Full time
Commercial Litigation Paralegal vacancy with leading West End law firm. The Firm Our client is a commercial law firm based in the West End. The firm represent high-net-worth individuals, leading businesses, and industry professionals across the globe. The Opportunity The firm are looking to welcome a Commercial Litigation Paralegal to the team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will support a team of Partners and Solicitors / Associates across a broad range of commercial litigation work, including: Complex corporate and commercial disputes, including contract disputes, shareholder disputes, and regulatory compliance matters Commercial property disputes Sports-related disputes, including contractual disputes, disciplinary matters, and regulatory compliance issues This Commercial Litigation Paralegal vacancy is a full time, permanent role, working Monday - Friday, 9:30am - 5:30pm. Requirements Minimum 12 months' Commercial Litigation Paralegal experience Vacancy Highlights Hybrid working (2 days working from home) Excellent benefits package Annual trip abroad, all expenses paid To be considered for this opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion. Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Director of Legal, Governance and Assurance Services £58,863 to £73,579 per annum (For exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £84,616 per annum) Onsite This role will be based on site, primarily in the named location. We have one simple promise - to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better. The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region. We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 - making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills. Legal Services sits within the Legal, Governance & Assurance Services department, a central risk management and professional support function. Comprising three specialist teams: Legal Services, Governance Services, and Assurance Services, the department plays a key role in assessing and mitigating legal, regulatory, financial, and reputational risk across the University. The Department provides timely, high-quality, pragmatic, and commercially focused legal advice on complex, high-value, and strategic matters. Through its work, it supports the University's strategic ambitions and ensures robust legal frameworks are in place to guide and protect institutional decision-making. This is a senior and influential position within the University's Legal Services team. As Senior Legal Counsel, you will provide expert legal advice on complex, high-value, and strategic matters while also leading the day-to-day operations of the Legal Services function. Reporting to the Director of Legal, Governance & Assurance Services, you will manage a team of solicitors and support staff, ensuring high standards of service and legal risk management across the University. You will also oversee the University's panel of external legal advisers, including the instruction of matters and billing oversight. The role involves advising on a broad spectrum of legal issues and agreements, from commercial contracts and research collaborations to intellectual property, procurement, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, including the Executive and Leadership Team, providing pragmatic, solutions-focused advice that supports the University's strategic objectives. The successful applicant will be a senior legal professional, qualified to practise as a solicitor or barrister, with significant post-qualification experience advising on complex and high-value legal matters. You will bring a strong track record in commercial law and contracting, coupled with excellent knowledge of contract law and regulatory frameworks relevant to a large, multifaceted organisation. As a confident leader, you will have demonstrable experience of managing legal professionals and guiding a team to deliver high-quality, client-focused legal services. You will be skilled in developing and overseeing legal processes and controls that ensure effective risk management and value for the organisation. Your communication and interpersonal skills will be exceptional, allowing you to influence and advise senior stakeholders, including executive-level colleagues, with credibility and clarity. You'll be adept at navigating complex legal and organisational issues, taking a pragmatic and strategic approach to problem-solving. Experience in the higher education or public sector, particularly in relation to intellectual property, research contracting, or procurement, would be advantageous. Management of the day-to-day operation of the Legal Services team. Provide timely, high quality and pragmatic and commercially focused legal advice and guidance on a wide range of high value and/or complex legal, commercial, contractual and transactional issues. Draft, review and negotiate complex legal agreements. Manage and develop the University's contracting processes and procedures. Support regulatory matters relevant to the University and the associated risk mitigation measures. Benchmark Legal Services' processes against comparable teams at other similar organisations to ensure fitness for purpose. Advise on the management of the University's intellectual property portfolio. Manage the panel of external legal advisors and undertake legal work directly where possible. Provide advice and guidance to colleagues on high value and/or complex contracts to be entered into by the University or its subsidiaries, including drafting and negotiating contract terms and conditions. Provide professional advice/guidance, review and risk assessment of a wide range of contractual documents. To manage, develop and monitor commercial contracting policies and procedures across the University. Maintain a standard suite of precedent agreements. Provide training to colleagues on a wide range of legal issues. Manage Legal Services' matter management system. Coordinate guidance and support from external legal advisors where necessary. Manage and assess legal risk with respect to commercial contracts. Advise insurers where required of contractual/commercial risk and liaise with the same on a wide range of matters. Advise on litigation risk and provide procurement law advice. Provide legal advice to the University's Governance Services team. Student disputes - advise the University in respect of complex and/or high value disputes with current or former students. Manage other material or complex litigious matters as and when they arise. Leases/Licences - review and negotiate real estate leases/licences and offer advice and guidance on related legal issues. Contractual disputes with supplier/customers. Work with colleagues across the University, including the Executive and Leadership Team, to prepare, negotiate and manage a wide variety of agreements and advise on material and/or complex matters. Organise regular staff clinics to train and educate staff with the essential legal know-how/knowledge and to also develop understanding of the processes and procedures in place. Qualified to practise as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales. Experience Demonstrable experience practising as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales. Proven track record of successfully leading and managing a team. Extensive experience in commercial law, including drafting, negotiating and managing contracts. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities The ability to work autonomously. Significant knowledge of contract law and commercial practice. Strong organisational, presentation and training skills. Ability to manage administrative systems and complex databases. Well-developed IT skills (including experience of spreadsheet, word processing and presentation software packages). Excellent time management and flexibility to respond to urgent deadlines. Generous annual leave entitlement of 42 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata) Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers Discounted onsite gym Access to employer-funded Private Health Insurance Holiday purchase Cycle to Work scheme A flexible working environment A commitment to personal and professional development For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact James Fussell, Director of Legal, Governance & Assurance Services via For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via . This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI ; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£38,700 per annum). If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if: Your job is on the Immigration Salary List You're under 26, studying or a recent graduate, or in professional training You have a PhD level qualification that's relevant to your job The role you are applying for is a postdoctoral position Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered. This role attracts a market supplement payment, which will be paid in equal instalments alongside your monthly salary . click apply for full job details
Apr 30, 2025
Full time
Director of Legal, Governance and Assurance Services £58,863 to £73,579 per annum (For exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £84,616 per annum) Onsite This role will be based on site, primarily in the named location. We have one simple promise - to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better. The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region. We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 - making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills. Legal Services sits within the Legal, Governance & Assurance Services department, a central risk management and professional support function. Comprising three specialist teams: Legal Services, Governance Services, and Assurance Services, the department plays a key role in assessing and mitigating legal, regulatory, financial, and reputational risk across the University. The Department provides timely, high-quality, pragmatic, and commercially focused legal advice on complex, high-value, and strategic matters. Through its work, it supports the University's strategic ambitions and ensures robust legal frameworks are in place to guide and protect institutional decision-making. This is a senior and influential position within the University's Legal Services team. As Senior Legal Counsel, you will provide expert legal advice on complex, high-value, and strategic matters while also leading the day-to-day operations of the Legal Services function. Reporting to the Director of Legal, Governance & Assurance Services, you will manage a team of solicitors and support staff, ensuring high standards of service and legal risk management across the University. You will also oversee the University's panel of external legal advisers, including the instruction of matters and billing oversight. The role involves advising on a broad spectrum of legal issues and agreements, from commercial contracts and research collaborations to intellectual property, procurement, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, including the Executive and Leadership Team, providing pragmatic, solutions-focused advice that supports the University's strategic objectives. The successful applicant will be a senior legal professional, qualified to practise as a solicitor or barrister, with significant post-qualification experience advising on complex and high-value legal matters. You will bring a strong track record in commercial law and contracting, coupled with excellent knowledge of contract law and regulatory frameworks relevant to a large, multifaceted organisation. As a confident leader, you will have demonstrable experience of managing legal professionals and guiding a team to deliver high-quality, client-focused legal services. You will be skilled in developing and overseeing legal processes and controls that ensure effective risk management and value for the organisation. Your communication and interpersonal skills will be exceptional, allowing you to influence and advise senior stakeholders, including executive-level colleagues, with credibility and clarity. You'll be adept at navigating complex legal and organisational issues, taking a pragmatic and strategic approach to problem-solving. Experience in the higher education or public sector, particularly in relation to intellectual property, research contracting, or procurement, would be advantageous. Management of the day-to-day operation of the Legal Services team. Provide timely, high quality and pragmatic and commercially focused legal advice and guidance on a wide range of high value and/or complex legal, commercial, contractual and transactional issues. Draft, review and negotiate complex legal agreements. Manage and develop the University's contracting processes and procedures. Support regulatory matters relevant to the University and the associated risk mitigation measures. Benchmark Legal Services' processes against comparable teams at other similar organisations to ensure fitness for purpose. Advise on the management of the University's intellectual property portfolio. Manage the panel of external legal advisors and undertake legal work directly where possible. Provide advice and guidance to colleagues on high value and/or complex contracts to be entered into by the University or its subsidiaries, including drafting and negotiating contract terms and conditions. Provide professional advice/guidance, review and risk assessment of a wide range of contractual documents. To manage, develop and monitor commercial contracting policies and procedures across the University. Maintain a standard suite of precedent agreements. Provide training to colleagues on a wide range of legal issues. Manage Legal Services' matter management system. Coordinate guidance and support from external legal advisors where necessary. Manage and assess legal risk with respect to commercial contracts. Advise insurers where required of contractual/commercial risk and liaise with the same on a wide range of matters. Advise on litigation risk and provide procurement law advice. Provide legal advice to the University's Governance Services team. Student disputes - advise the University in respect of complex and/or high value disputes with current or former students. Manage other material or complex litigious matters as and when they arise. Leases/Licences - review and negotiate real estate leases/licences and offer advice and guidance on related legal issues. Contractual disputes with supplier/customers. Work with colleagues across the University, including the Executive and Leadership Team, to prepare, negotiate and manage a wide variety of agreements and advise on material and/or complex matters. Organise regular staff clinics to train and educate staff with the essential legal know-how/knowledge and to also develop understanding of the processes and procedures in place. Qualified to practise as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales. Experience Demonstrable experience practising as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales. Proven track record of successfully leading and managing a team. Extensive experience in commercial law, including drafting, negotiating and managing contracts. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities The ability to work autonomously. Significant knowledge of contract law and commercial practice. Strong organisational, presentation and training skills. Ability to manage administrative systems and complex databases. Well-developed IT skills (including experience of spreadsheet, word processing and presentation software packages). Excellent time management and flexibility to respond to urgent deadlines. Generous annual leave entitlement of 42 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata) Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers Discounted onsite gym Access to employer-funded Private Health Insurance Holiday purchase Cycle to Work scheme A flexible working environment A commitment to personal and professional development For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact James Fussell, Director of Legal, Governance & Assurance Services via For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via . This role is eligible for sponsorship by the University, however, your individual circumstances must meet the criteria set out by UKVI ; this includes meeting the English Language requirement and earning a salary that meets the highest of either the going rate for the SOC code or the minimum salary threshold for the Skilled Worker route (£38,700 per annum). If the role is eligible, but the offered salary is less that the going rate for the role, you may still be able to apply for a Skilled Worker visa if: Your job is on the Immigration Salary List You're under 26, studying or a recent graduate, or in professional training You have a PhD level qualification that's relevant to your job The role you are applying for is a postdoctoral position Please note that the University cannot confirm your eligibility for sponsorship until an offer is made and your individual circumstances have been considered. This role attracts a market supplement payment, which will be paid in equal instalments alongside your monthly salary . click apply for full job details
Join us as a Business Banking Lawyer where you will work with existing members of the Barclays UK (BUK) Legal team to provide support and legal advice on all aspects of Barclays' current and proposed product offerings in Business Banking. The successful candidate will need the ability to work independently and flexibly, across a range of products and services, in order to identify and manage risk, and to plan for change brought by developing regulation. Essential skills/Basic qualifications: Solicitor or barrister qualified in the UK or equivalent commonwealth jurisdiction. Experience of working in a law firm and/or in-house with a financial services organisation. Displays good communication, influencing and negotiation skills. Technical expertise in business banking, financial services regulation and/or unsecured lending, with the ability to work across a broad set of products and sensitivity to the issues presented by a retail-facing business. Desirable skills/Preferred qualifications: Regulatory technical expertise in wider financial services including experience of advising on EU regulation (for example, Consumer Credit, Data Protection). Consistently delivers against a broad range of competing targets. Identifies and escalates non-legal as well as legal risk issues. Experience of contributing to the creation of policies and controls. You may be assessed on key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. This role can be based in Glasgow or Birmingham. Purpose of the role: To ensure that the consumer banking activities are conducted in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and to help the bank manage legal and regulatory risks associated with these activities. Accountabilities: Development and implementation of best practice legal strategies for risk management and compliance. Proactive consumer banking Legal advice and support to the consumer banking division of the bank on a wide range of legal issues, including regulatory compliance, regulatory change management, consumer protection, and risk management. Representation of the bank in legal proceedings related to consumer banking, such as litigation, arbitration, and regulatory enquiry and investigations. Creation and periodic review of Legal documents in accordance with contractual arrangements policy to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Legal research and analysis to stay up to date on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the bank's consumer banking operations. Developing and delivering training programmes to educate employees on legal and regulatory requirements related to consumer banking. Pro-active identification, communication, and provision of legal advice on applicable laws, rules and regulations (LRRs). Keeping up to date with regards to changes to LRRs in the relevant coverage area. Ensuring that LRRs are effectively allocated to, and adequately reflected within, the relevant policies, standards and controls. Vice President Expectations: To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change. Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/processes; deliver continuous improvements and escalate breaches of policies/procedures. If managing a team, they define jobs and responsibilities, planning for the department's future needs and operations, counselling employees on performance and contributing to employee pay decisions/changes. They may also lead a number of specialists to influence the operations of a department, in alignment with strategic as well as tactical priorities, while balancing short and long term goals and ensuring that budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements. If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they will be a subject matter expert within own discipline and will guide technical direction. They will lead collaborative, multi-year assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions. Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment. Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda. Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does. Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies. Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives. In-depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions. Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes. Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.
Apr 28, 2025
Full time
Join us as a Business Banking Lawyer where you will work with existing members of the Barclays UK (BUK) Legal team to provide support and legal advice on all aspects of Barclays' current and proposed product offerings in Business Banking. The successful candidate will need the ability to work independently and flexibly, across a range of products and services, in order to identify and manage risk, and to plan for change brought by developing regulation. Essential skills/Basic qualifications: Solicitor or barrister qualified in the UK or equivalent commonwealth jurisdiction. Experience of working in a law firm and/or in-house with a financial services organisation. Displays good communication, influencing and negotiation skills. Technical expertise in business banking, financial services regulation and/or unsecured lending, with the ability to work across a broad set of products and sensitivity to the issues presented by a retail-facing business. Desirable skills/Preferred qualifications: Regulatory technical expertise in wider financial services including experience of advising on EU regulation (for example, Consumer Credit, Data Protection). Consistently delivers against a broad range of competing targets. Identifies and escalates non-legal as well as legal risk issues. Experience of contributing to the creation of policies and controls. You may be assessed on key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. This role can be based in Glasgow or Birmingham. Purpose of the role: To ensure that the consumer banking activities are conducted in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and to help the bank manage legal and regulatory risks associated with these activities. Accountabilities: Development and implementation of best practice legal strategies for risk management and compliance. Proactive consumer banking Legal advice and support to the consumer banking division of the bank on a wide range of legal issues, including regulatory compliance, regulatory change management, consumer protection, and risk management. Representation of the bank in legal proceedings related to consumer banking, such as litigation, arbitration, and regulatory enquiry and investigations. Creation and periodic review of Legal documents in accordance with contractual arrangements policy to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Legal research and analysis to stay up to date on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the bank's consumer banking operations. Developing and delivering training programmes to educate employees on legal and regulatory requirements related to consumer banking. Pro-active identification, communication, and provision of legal advice on applicable laws, rules and regulations (LRRs). Keeping up to date with regards to changes to LRRs in the relevant coverage area. Ensuring that LRRs are effectively allocated to, and adequately reflected within, the relevant policies, standards and controls. Vice President Expectations: To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change. Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/processes; deliver continuous improvements and escalate breaches of policies/procedures. If managing a team, they define jobs and responsibilities, planning for the department's future needs and operations, counselling employees on performance and contributing to employee pay decisions/changes. They may also lead a number of specialists to influence the operations of a department, in alignment with strategic as well as tactical priorities, while balancing short and long term goals and ensuring that budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements. If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they will be a subject matter expert within own discipline and will guide technical direction. They will lead collaborative, multi-year assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions. Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment. Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda. Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does. Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies. Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives. In-depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions. Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes. Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.
Embark on a transformative career trajectory with a leading legal firm in Northampton, seeking a seasoned Employment Solicitor to bolster their dynamic team. This role promises not just a job, but a career that evolves with you, offering a platform for professional growth and a significant voice within the practice. Imagine being part of a firm where each day brings a fresh challenge, where your expertise in both contentious and non-contentious work will be pivotal in delivering exceptional service to a varied client base, including SMEs, OMBs, and listed companies. Your remit will span from advising on Settlement Agreements to playing a crucial role in mergers and acquisitions, ensuring compliance with the Modern Slavery Act, and steering complex HR projects. Candidates with a PQE of 1 years, extending to Senior Associate level, are encouraged to apply. The role demands a candidate adept at managing a comprehensive caseload independently, coupled with the capacity to offer mentorship to junior colleagues. In return, the firm offers a nurturing environment where your contributions to strategy, marketing, and business development are not only welcomed but expected. You will have the chance to collaborate with esteemed teams recognised by Legal 500, including Corporate & Commercial, Commercial Litigation, and Commercial Property. The support system is robust, with an award-winning Marketing Team at your disposal to facilitate business development. The firm's track record of nurturing talent is evident, with many partners having risen through the ranks to leadership roles. This position is more than a career step; it's a chance to imprint your mark on the firm and the legal landscape. Regardless of whether your PQE slightly diverges from the guide, your application is valued. If the prospect of a significant career move excites you, consider this the sign for a fresh professional beginning. Step forward and make this year the one where you redefine your career and aspirations. Vacancy Reference Number: 36624 PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with (url removed)
Apr 28, 2025
Full time
Embark on a transformative career trajectory with a leading legal firm in Northampton, seeking a seasoned Employment Solicitor to bolster their dynamic team. This role promises not just a job, but a career that evolves with you, offering a platform for professional growth and a significant voice within the practice. Imagine being part of a firm where each day brings a fresh challenge, where your expertise in both contentious and non-contentious work will be pivotal in delivering exceptional service to a varied client base, including SMEs, OMBs, and listed companies. Your remit will span from advising on Settlement Agreements to playing a crucial role in mergers and acquisitions, ensuring compliance with the Modern Slavery Act, and steering complex HR projects. Candidates with a PQE of 1 years, extending to Senior Associate level, are encouraged to apply. The role demands a candidate adept at managing a comprehensive caseload independently, coupled with the capacity to offer mentorship to junior colleagues. In return, the firm offers a nurturing environment where your contributions to strategy, marketing, and business development are not only welcomed but expected. You will have the chance to collaborate with esteemed teams recognised by Legal 500, including Corporate & Commercial, Commercial Litigation, and Commercial Property. The support system is robust, with an award-winning Marketing Team at your disposal to facilitate business development. The firm's track record of nurturing talent is evident, with many partners having risen through the ranks to leadership roles. This position is more than a career step; it's a chance to imprint your mark on the firm and the legal landscape. Regardless of whether your PQE slightly diverges from the guide, your application is valued. If the prospect of a significant career move excites you, consider this the sign for a fresh professional beginning. Step forward and make this year the one where you redefine your career and aspirations. Vacancy Reference Number: 36624 PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with (url removed)
About the Role: The firm is a leading UK-based property trading business, specialising in quick property sales. They help hundreds of customers every year complete their property transactions efficiently and with ease. They are currently seeking a highly experienced Head of Conveyancing to join their growing team. In this key role, you will manage the entire conveyancing process, ensuring smooth and timely property transactions while working closely with external and internal stakeholders. As the Head of Conveyancing , you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day purchase and sales progression, driving improvements in the conveyancing process, and overseeing a Paralegal. You will be a vital part of the legal team, advising management and ensuring legal risks are minimized. Key Responsibilities: Audit and optimize current conveyancing processes to ensure scalability and efficiency. Develop and implement strategies to improve overall performance. Manage the end-to-end conveyancing process for property purchases and onward sales. Recruit, train, and manage a Paralegal. Source and onboard third-party law firms and suppliers to meet business needs. Streamline and automate processes to boost productivity. Prioritize workloads based on client requirements and commercial objectives. Direct external solicitors and ensure the timely progression of transactions. Collaborate with the Valuation team to incorporate legal considerations into property valuations. Advise the Buying team on the legal implications of property purchases. Manage in-house legal complaints and compliance, including AML regulations. Lead and develop the Paralegal to handle a high volume of transactions. Provide legal support across the business, ensuring the company's security from a legal perspective. Qualifications & Experience: Qualified solicitor or licensed conveyancer with significant experience (minimum of 6 years) managing external law firms. In-depth knowledge of residential conveyancing and the associated legal process. Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience managing a busy caseload. Proactive, hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving and organizational skills. Strong commercial and technical understanding of conveyancing practices. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams. Familiarity with technological solutions for transaction management is a plus. Experience in tendering processes for third-party services is highly desirable. What They Offer: Competitive salary and benefits. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. A supportive and dynamic work environment where you can make a tangible impact. The chance to lead and shape the legal processes within a growing business. Please note that this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days in the office. If you are an experienced legal professional with a strong background in conveyancing, looking for an exciting leadership role, we'd love to hear from you!
Apr 28, 2025
Full time
About the Role: The firm is a leading UK-based property trading business, specialising in quick property sales. They help hundreds of customers every year complete their property transactions efficiently and with ease. They are currently seeking a highly experienced Head of Conveyancing to join their growing team. In this key role, you will manage the entire conveyancing process, ensuring smooth and timely property transactions while working closely with external and internal stakeholders. As the Head of Conveyancing , you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day purchase and sales progression, driving improvements in the conveyancing process, and overseeing a Paralegal. You will be a vital part of the legal team, advising management and ensuring legal risks are minimized. Key Responsibilities: Audit and optimize current conveyancing processes to ensure scalability and efficiency. Develop and implement strategies to improve overall performance. Manage the end-to-end conveyancing process for property purchases and onward sales. Recruit, train, and manage a Paralegal. Source and onboard third-party law firms and suppliers to meet business needs. Streamline and automate processes to boost productivity. Prioritize workloads based on client requirements and commercial objectives. Direct external solicitors and ensure the timely progression of transactions. Collaborate with the Valuation team to incorporate legal considerations into property valuations. Advise the Buying team on the legal implications of property purchases. Manage in-house legal complaints and compliance, including AML regulations. Lead and develop the Paralegal to handle a high volume of transactions. Provide legal support across the business, ensuring the company's security from a legal perspective. Qualifications & Experience: Qualified solicitor or licensed conveyancer with significant experience (minimum of 6 years) managing external law firms. In-depth knowledge of residential conveyancing and the associated legal process. Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience managing a busy caseload. Proactive, hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving and organizational skills. Strong commercial and technical understanding of conveyancing practices. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams. Familiarity with technological solutions for transaction management is a plus. Experience in tendering processes for third-party services is highly desirable. What They Offer: Competitive salary and benefits. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. A supportive and dynamic work environment where you can make a tangible impact. The chance to lead and shape the legal processes within a growing business. Please note that this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days in the office. If you are an experienced legal professional with a strong background in conveyancing, looking for an exciting leadership role, we'd love to hear from you!
Are you a 5 year PQE+ Commercial Contracts Solicitor seeking a new challenge within a leading Legal 500 recognised Firm? Our client is seeking a Commercial Contracts Solicitor with 5+ years PQE to join their busy and collaborative team. The ideal candidate will have solid commercial experience, although mixed corporate/commercial experience will also be considered, ideally gained within a city or medium to large provincial practice. The successful candidate will be expected to independently manage a non-contentious commercial contracts caseload and work with minimal supervision, while seeking support from colleagues on more complex matters. Strong interpersonal and marketing skills, with the ability to build client relationships and communicate confidently at senior levels, are essential. The role also requires excellent academic credentials and a clear ambition for career development. The Firm: Award-winning, multi-accredited and ranked in the Legal 500, our client is well-known as a fantastic firm to work for and with. Investing in internal talent and giving back to their communities, they have built an enviable reputation amongst peers and clients alike. Attracting clients and lawyers in all sectors, they provide commercially viable advice and support continued development and progression throughout their team. Type of work: You will be expected to independently manage a non-contentious commercial contracts caseload to include: Agency, distribution, data protection, franchising, IT related agreements, licensing and exploitation of intellectual property, other standard and bespoke commercial contracts and corporate support will all form part of this role. The work will from time to time involve partnerships and LLPs; competition law; asset finance and consumer credit. What is on offer in return? In return for your hard work and dedication the Firm offer many impressive incentives no include 24 days holiday, Non-Contractual leave (3 days over Christmas), Private Health, Benefits Hub, Mobile phone, and many other great benefits! They are also willing to fast track to Partnership status! Please contact Natasha Kirkby FREC dipRP quoting Vacancy Reference number 36934 for more information. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with (url removed)
Apr 27, 2025
Full time
Are you a 5 year PQE+ Commercial Contracts Solicitor seeking a new challenge within a leading Legal 500 recognised Firm? Our client is seeking a Commercial Contracts Solicitor with 5+ years PQE to join their busy and collaborative team. The ideal candidate will have solid commercial experience, although mixed corporate/commercial experience will also be considered, ideally gained within a city or medium to large provincial practice. The successful candidate will be expected to independently manage a non-contentious commercial contracts caseload and work with minimal supervision, while seeking support from colleagues on more complex matters. Strong interpersonal and marketing skills, with the ability to build client relationships and communicate confidently at senior levels, are essential. The role also requires excellent academic credentials and a clear ambition for career development. The Firm: Award-winning, multi-accredited and ranked in the Legal 500, our client is well-known as a fantastic firm to work for and with. Investing in internal talent and giving back to their communities, they have built an enviable reputation amongst peers and clients alike. Attracting clients and lawyers in all sectors, they provide commercially viable advice and support continued development and progression throughout their team. Type of work: You will be expected to independently manage a non-contentious commercial contracts caseload to include: Agency, distribution, data protection, franchising, IT related agreements, licensing and exploitation of intellectual property, other standard and bespoke commercial contracts and corporate support will all form part of this role. The work will from time to time involve partnerships and LLPs; competition law; asset finance and consumer credit. What is on offer in return? In return for your hard work and dedication the Firm offer many impressive incentives no include 24 days holiday, Non-Contractual leave (3 days over Christmas), Private Health, Benefits Hub, Mobile phone, and many other great benefits! They are also willing to fast track to Partnership status! Please contact Natasha Kirkby FREC dipRP quoting Vacancy Reference number 36934 for more information. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with (url removed)
THE FIRM A thriving multi-office law firm. THE ROLE A Senior Associate is sought to join the Corporate Banking & Finance team in London. This role offers a great route to partnership. You will be expected to contribute to the growth and development of the Commercial Division while maintaining a consistent level of excellent client service. You will support the Corporate Business Manager/Sector Lead in achieving the Business Plans for the Corporate Business Unit and the Banking & Finance sector group, respectively. Additionally, you will have line management responsibility for a small team. THE CANDIDATE Solicitor 6+ PQE with some flexibility. Previous experience within a Banking & Finance team, no following required. Experience of dealing with lenders and borrowers. Solid business plan for growth proposition within the Corporate Business Unit/Banking & Finance sector. Real estate finance exposure advantageous. Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 27, 2025
Full time
THE FIRM A thriving multi-office law firm. THE ROLE A Senior Associate is sought to join the Corporate Banking & Finance team in London. This role offers a great route to partnership. You will be expected to contribute to the growth and development of the Commercial Division while maintaining a consistent level of excellent client service. You will support the Corporate Business Manager/Sector Lead in achieving the Business Plans for the Corporate Business Unit and the Banking & Finance sector group, respectively. Additionally, you will have line management responsibility for a small team. THE CANDIDATE Solicitor 6+ PQE with some flexibility. Previous experience within a Banking & Finance team, no following required. Experience of dealing with lenders and borrowers. Solid business plan for growth proposition within the Corporate Business Unit/Banking & Finance sector. Real estate finance exposure advantageous. Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
A distinguished and independent London law firm, known for its deep technical expertise and personal approach to client service, is seeking an ambitious Associate Solicitor with 2-5 years' PQE. The firm offers the quality and complexity of international-level work, all delivered within a single-office structure that promotes real collaboration and visibility across teams. This opportunity is ideal for an Associate Solicitor looking to join a firm where high performance is paired with genuine individuality, and where professional excellence is achieved without sacrificing a supportive, inclusive culture. The Associate Solicitor's role The successful Associate Solicitor will join a market-leading team, acting on complex and often cross-border matters for a global client base that includes corporates, financial institutions, investors, and individuals. You will take on high-quality work that could span M&A, private equity, investment funds, finance, or private client matters depending on your area of focus. This role offers early responsibility, direct partner access, and the chance to build relationships with high-profile clients. The firm values well-rounded lawyers who combine legal insight with commercial awareness, and who want to contribute meaningfully to the team and firm as a whole. The Associate Solicitor Qualified Associate Solicitor with 2-5 years PQE. Strong academic credentials and experience from a respected UK or international law firm. Technically excellent, with a keen eye for detail and a strategic mindset. Confident in client-facing situations and eager to develop long-term relationships. Self-motivated, collaborative, and enthusiastic about learning and growth. In Return? 80,000 - 115,000 , depending on experience. Market-leading benefits and discretionary bonus structure. High-quality, intellectually challenging work across diverse sectors. A supportive, close-knit working culture with clear routes for progression. Opportunities for internal and client secondments. Comprehensive training, mentoring, and development support. This is a superb opportunity for an ambitious Associate Solicitor to join a firm that blends technical excellence with a uniquely personal and long-term approach to both clients and careers.
Apr 27, 2025
Full time
A distinguished and independent London law firm, known for its deep technical expertise and personal approach to client service, is seeking an ambitious Associate Solicitor with 2-5 years' PQE. The firm offers the quality and complexity of international-level work, all delivered within a single-office structure that promotes real collaboration and visibility across teams. This opportunity is ideal for an Associate Solicitor looking to join a firm where high performance is paired with genuine individuality, and where professional excellence is achieved without sacrificing a supportive, inclusive culture. The Associate Solicitor's role The successful Associate Solicitor will join a market-leading team, acting on complex and often cross-border matters for a global client base that includes corporates, financial institutions, investors, and individuals. You will take on high-quality work that could span M&A, private equity, investment funds, finance, or private client matters depending on your area of focus. This role offers early responsibility, direct partner access, and the chance to build relationships with high-profile clients. The firm values well-rounded lawyers who combine legal insight with commercial awareness, and who want to contribute meaningfully to the team and firm as a whole. The Associate Solicitor Qualified Associate Solicitor with 2-5 years PQE. Strong academic credentials and experience from a respected UK or international law firm. Technically excellent, with a keen eye for detail and a strategic mindset. Confident in client-facing situations and eager to develop long-term relationships. Self-motivated, collaborative, and enthusiastic about learning and growth. In Return? 80,000 - 115,000 , depending on experience. Market-leading benefits and discretionary bonus structure. High-quality, intellectually challenging work across diverse sectors. A supportive, close-knit working culture with clear routes for progression. Opportunities for internal and client secondments. Comprehensive training, mentoring, and development support. This is a superb opportunity for an ambitious Associate Solicitor to join a firm that blends technical excellence with a uniquely personal and long-term approach to both clients and careers.
Job Title: Senior Associate Solicitor Department: Corporate Salary: Circa 58,000 - 90,000 DOE Hours: Full Time, permanent - flexible Location: Southampton - hybrid Job Reference: CWS445 OVERVIEW Join a Global, Legal 500 firm with a strong reputation for excellence in corporate law. As a Corporate Solicitor, you'll work on high-quality M&A transactions and contribute to their growing private equity practice. The firm offers flexible working, a clear career progression path, and a friendly, collaborative environment where you can thrive and advance. It's a great opportunity to develop your career with a firm that values professional growth and internal promotion. RESPONSIBILITIES You will work on a range of corporate matters with high net worth individuals, including M&A, private equity transactions, management buy-outs, joint ventures, and investor/shareholder agreements. Advise clients on corporate M&A transactions, including drafting and negotiating agreements, structuring deals, and managing all aspects of the transaction process. Assist with the firm's expanding private equity function, helping to build this area of work and contribute to its growth if this is of particular interest to you, you could specialise in this department. Manage your own caseload while working closely with senior colleagues. Build and maintain strong client relationships, offering high-quality legal advice and ensuring client satisfaction. Take an active role in business development, identifying opportunities for growth and contributing to the firm's expansion. Collaborate with a friendly and supportive team, maintaining a personable and professional approach at all times. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Essential Qualified solicitor with 4-8 years PQE (although candidates with more or less experience will be considered based on the right fit). Experience in corporate M&A transactions, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating key corporate agreements. Strong communication and client-facing skills with the ability to build relationships. A professional and proactive attitude, with the ability to get stuck in at all levels of the business. Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to thrive in a friendly, collaborative environment. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload effectively. Desirable Experience in private equity IN RETURN A competitive salary package - negotiable depending on experience. Flexible working. The firm is happy to accommodate a 4-day working week and offers a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 from home), though flexibility can be discussed in more detail at the interview. Finding the right person and experience is key. A clear career progression structure with commitment to promote from within - you'll have clear opportunities to progress and develop at every stage of your career. Associate Solicitor - Senior Associate - Legal Director - Partner (Fixed Share) - Equity Partner A supportive, friendly, and professional team environment where your contribution is valued. Company benefits including a competitive pension scheme and other perks which can be given in more detail once an application is made. The firm is keen to interview as soon as possible, either via teams or face to face. For more details please contact: removed)
Apr 27, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Senior Associate Solicitor Department: Corporate Salary: Circa 58,000 - 90,000 DOE Hours: Full Time, permanent - flexible Location: Southampton - hybrid Job Reference: CWS445 OVERVIEW Join a Global, Legal 500 firm with a strong reputation for excellence in corporate law. As a Corporate Solicitor, you'll work on high-quality M&A transactions and contribute to their growing private equity practice. The firm offers flexible working, a clear career progression path, and a friendly, collaborative environment where you can thrive and advance. It's a great opportunity to develop your career with a firm that values professional growth and internal promotion. RESPONSIBILITIES You will work on a range of corporate matters with high net worth individuals, including M&A, private equity transactions, management buy-outs, joint ventures, and investor/shareholder agreements. Advise clients on corporate M&A transactions, including drafting and negotiating agreements, structuring deals, and managing all aspects of the transaction process. Assist with the firm's expanding private equity function, helping to build this area of work and contribute to its growth if this is of particular interest to you, you could specialise in this department. Manage your own caseload while working closely with senior colleagues. Build and maintain strong client relationships, offering high-quality legal advice and ensuring client satisfaction. Take an active role in business development, identifying opportunities for growth and contributing to the firm's expansion. Collaborate with a friendly and supportive team, maintaining a personable and professional approach at all times. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Essential Qualified solicitor with 4-8 years PQE (although candidates with more or less experience will be considered based on the right fit). Experience in corporate M&A transactions, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating key corporate agreements. Strong communication and client-facing skills with the ability to build relationships. A professional and proactive attitude, with the ability to get stuck in at all levels of the business. Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to thrive in a friendly, collaborative environment. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload effectively. Desirable Experience in private equity IN RETURN A competitive salary package - negotiable depending on experience. Flexible working. The firm is happy to accommodate a 4-day working week and offers a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 from home), though flexibility can be discussed in more detail at the interview. Finding the right person and experience is key. A clear career progression structure with commitment to promote from within - you'll have clear opportunities to progress and develop at every stage of your career. Associate Solicitor - Senior Associate - Legal Director - Partner (Fixed Share) - Equity Partner A supportive, friendly, and professional team environment where your contribution is valued. Company benefits including a competitive pension scheme and other perks which can be given in more detail once an application is made. The firm is keen to interview as soon as possible, either via teams or face to face. For more details please contact: removed)
Our Banking and Finance practice acts for banks, non-traditional lenders, public sector bodies and borrower clients in relation to a wide range of financing transactions. The team are now looking for a talented lawyer to join them as an Associate in London. With a strong rating in Chambers, and an enviable FTSE 250 client list, this is an excellent opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary banking practice with national and international reach. So what will you be doing? Working from our offices in London Bridge, you will be part of our London practice and a member of our national banking team. You will have opportunity to work with great clients, on high value and complex transactions including international as well as domestic financings, re-financings and restructurings. One day you might be part of the team advising a lender on an investment property financing transaction with a borrower group based in a multiple overseas jurisdictions or working with a private equity investor on the financing aspects of a corporate acquisition, and the next you could be working with a client on debt restructuring or advising a public sector body in connection with a residential development transaction. What does the ideal candidate look like? You'll be a lawyer with 3-6 years' experience and have good general banking transactional experience. You'll pride yourself on your ability to work collaboratively to achieve results. You'll have an analytical mind and enjoy the intellectual challenge that this work presents. Your pragmatism and commercial outlook together with excellent drafting and organisational skills will be vital in supporting our clients. You will have an entrepreneurial spirit and be looking for a role that allows you to further develop your knowledge, expertise and reputation. You will be keen to work closely with a partner and take an active part in developing client relationships, building the regional and national business, and excited by the opportunity to align yourself to the team's specialist practice areas (corporate finance, real estate finance, asset finance and public finance) and/or one or more of our sector groups. You will want to take responsibility for running smaller matters yourself, and be a key member of the wider transactional team working on larger financings. You will also be personable, a team player and keen to be involved in business development initiatives. You will be looking for an opportunity to apply skills already learned in new ways, and as well as develop specialist skills that will help you to move your career forward. To be successful in this role you'll need as a minimum: 3 + years post qualification experience as a UK (England, Wales or Scotland) Solicitor. Experience of good quality banking or finance work (or equivalent in-house experience). Proven black-letter drafting skills and analytical skills. The ability to deliver complex advice in a coherent and practical way that is easy for non-lawyers to understand.
Apr 26, 2025
Full time
Our Banking and Finance practice acts for banks, non-traditional lenders, public sector bodies and borrower clients in relation to a wide range of financing transactions. The team are now looking for a talented lawyer to join them as an Associate in London. With a strong rating in Chambers, and an enviable FTSE 250 client list, this is an excellent opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary banking practice with national and international reach. So what will you be doing? Working from our offices in London Bridge, you will be part of our London practice and a member of our national banking team. You will have opportunity to work with great clients, on high value and complex transactions including international as well as domestic financings, re-financings and restructurings. One day you might be part of the team advising a lender on an investment property financing transaction with a borrower group based in a multiple overseas jurisdictions or working with a private equity investor on the financing aspects of a corporate acquisition, and the next you could be working with a client on debt restructuring or advising a public sector body in connection with a residential development transaction. What does the ideal candidate look like? You'll be a lawyer with 3-6 years' experience and have good general banking transactional experience. You'll pride yourself on your ability to work collaboratively to achieve results. You'll have an analytical mind and enjoy the intellectual challenge that this work presents. Your pragmatism and commercial outlook together with excellent drafting and organisational skills will be vital in supporting our clients. You will have an entrepreneurial spirit and be looking for a role that allows you to further develop your knowledge, expertise and reputation. You will be keen to work closely with a partner and take an active part in developing client relationships, building the regional and national business, and excited by the opportunity to align yourself to the team's specialist practice areas (corporate finance, real estate finance, asset finance and public finance) and/or one or more of our sector groups. You will want to take responsibility for running smaller matters yourself, and be a key member of the wider transactional team working on larger financings. You will also be personable, a team player and keen to be involved in business development initiatives. You will be looking for an opportunity to apply skills already learned in new ways, and as well as develop specialist skills that will help you to move your career forward. To be successful in this role you'll need as a minimum: 3 + years post qualification experience as a UK (England, Wales or Scotland) Solicitor. Experience of good quality banking or finance work (or equivalent in-house experience). Proven black-letter drafting skills and analytical skills. The ability to deliver complex advice in a coherent and practical way that is easy for non-lawyers to understand.
Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: property, corporate services, litigation and private client advisory. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. The department We have one of the best regarded and largest dedicated property teams within the country, numbering over 100 specialists. Our property lawyers are particularly experienced in dealing with development and investment, planning, secured lending and landlord and tenant matters. Our lawyers come from a range of backgrounds, including major City practices, other major national and regional firms, industry and local government and include individuals with construction, planning and commercial expertise. The depth and range of expertise means the team can work together in major and complex transactions on cost effective terms, providing our clients with true value for money. The team currently comprises a number of specialist qualified Commercial Property solicitors and Partners, making us one of the largest Commercial Property teams in the East of England. We have the strength and depth of expertise to ensure we deliver the service you would expect in respect of technical quality, practical approach and timeliness of advice. The property team has experience in all areas of contentious and non-contentious legal matters, representing clients from a broad range of public and private organisations as well as individuals and senior executives and we are proud to act for sector leading clients nationwide and some of the East of England's most important businesses and institutions. Accountabilities Our team has extensive combined experience and the ideal candidate will possess experience in the following areas: Conditional and unconditional acquisitions and disposals Portfolio acquisitions, disposals and management Secured lending transactions for lenders and borrowers Acting for landlords and tenants across multiple sectors in relation to: - Leases - Conditional and unconditional agreements for lease - Management matters such as licences to assign, alter etc Supporting the firm's corporate team with the real estate aspects of their share and asset sales and purchases Being an integral part of the teams business development initiatives The candidate To join our Commercial Property team we are seeking a candidate who is a solicitor with ideally 6+ years' PQE experience gained within a well-regarded city, regional or national firm with a well-developed knowledge in all areas of commercial property law. The successful candidate will have an excellent knowledge of the law yet be able to think commercially and analytically so as to provide accurate and practical advice to company clients and high net worth individuals which is tailored to their needs, with an ability to think clearly under pressure. You will also be expected to play an active role in marketing and practice development as well as providing a high level of service to existing clients. The successful candidate will also be involved in team leadership and supervision of junior members of the team, also supporting the leadership teams across all offices. Birketts has designed a 'Talent Management Framework' which provides a career structure that will help us develop, retain and reward talented people. Promotion is based on assessment of your performance, competency and achievements. Our Talent Management Framework will see you joining as a Senior Associate at 6+ years' PQE, with the opportunity to be promoted to Legal Director / Partner over 10 years PQE, or equally (depending on experience) we will consider Legal Directors or Partners for this role. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious commercial property lawyer to join a successful team in a growing firm which enjoys an excellent reputation and can offer good career prospects. Qualifications/Experience 6 years'+ PQE gained within a strong regional, national or City firm Commercial landlord and tenant work knowledge Experience of acting for both banks and borrowers in secured lending matters Knowledge of providing property support as part of corporate transactions Strong academic background A high attention to detail to produce work/ documentation which is consistently of a high standard To have a flexible approach to work to ensure client deadlines are always met and clients are communicated with on a consistent and regular basis. Interest in and aptitude for business development The information provided in relation to PQE is provided for guidance only and will not be determinative in the recruitment decision. Any applicant with more or less PQE than that mentioned in the vacancy details will be considered on their individual merits. Equal opportunities At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: Long Service holiday award - 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application. Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.
Apr 26, 2025
Full time
Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: property, corporate services, litigation and private client advisory. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. The department We have one of the best regarded and largest dedicated property teams within the country, numbering over 100 specialists. Our property lawyers are particularly experienced in dealing with development and investment, planning, secured lending and landlord and tenant matters. Our lawyers come from a range of backgrounds, including major City practices, other major national and regional firms, industry and local government and include individuals with construction, planning and commercial expertise. The depth and range of expertise means the team can work together in major and complex transactions on cost effective terms, providing our clients with true value for money. The team currently comprises a number of specialist qualified Commercial Property solicitors and Partners, making us one of the largest Commercial Property teams in the East of England. We have the strength and depth of expertise to ensure we deliver the service you would expect in respect of technical quality, practical approach and timeliness of advice. The property team has experience in all areas of contentious and non-contentious legal matters, representing clients from a broad range of public and private organisations as well as individuals and senior executives and we are proud to act for sector leading clients nationwide and some of the East of England's most important businesses and institutions. Accountabilities Our team has extensive combined experience and the ideal candidate will possess experience in the following areas: Conditional and unconditional acquisitions and disposals Portfolio acquisitions, disposals and management Secured lending transactions for lenders and borrowers Acting for landlords and tenants across multiple sectors in relation to: - Leases - Conditional and unconditional agreements for lease - Management matters such as licences to assign, alter etc Supporting the firm's corporate team with the real estate aspects of their share and asset sales and purchases Being an integral part of the teams business development initiatives The candidate To join our Commercial Property team we are seeking a candidate who is a solicitor with ideally 6+ years' PQE experience gained within a well-regarded city, regional or national firm with a well-developed knowledge in all areas of commercial property law. The successful candidate will have an excellent knowledge of the law yet be able to think commercially and analytically so as to provide accurate and practical advice to company clients and high net worth individuals which is tailored to their needs, with an ability to think clearly under pressure. You will also be expected to play an active role in marketing and practice development as well as providing a high level of service to existing clients. The successful candidate will also be involved in team leadership and supervision of junior members of the team, also supporting the leadership teams across all offices. Birketts has designed a 'Talent Management Framework' which provides a career structure that will help us develop, retain and reward talented people. Promotion is based on assessment of your performance, competency and achievements. Our Talent Management Framework will see you joining as a Senior Associate at 6+ years' PQE, with the opportunity to be promoted to Legal Director / Partner over 10 years PQE, or equally (depending on experience) we will consider Legal Directors or Partners for this role. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious commercial property lawyer to join a successful team in a growing firm which enjoys an excellent reputation and can offer good career prospects. Qualifications/Experience 6 years'+ PQE gained within a strong regional, national or City firm Commercial landlord and tenant work knowledge Experience of acting for both banks and borrowers in secured lending matters Knowledge of providing property support as part of corporate transactions Strong academic background A high attention to detail to produce work/ documentation which is consistently of a high standard To have a flexible approach to work to ensure client deadlines are always met and clients are communicated with on a consistent and regular basis. Interest in and aptitude for business development The information provided in relation to PQE is provided for guidance only and will not be determinative in the recruitment decision. Any applicant with more or less PQE than that mentioned in the vacancy details will be considered on their individual merits. Equal opportunities At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: Long Service holiday award - 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed) Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share) Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application. Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.
Corporate Solicitor Hull City Centre 60k to 70k DOE Monday to Friday Office based A well established and loyal client is looking for a corporate solicitor to play a vital role in advising clients on mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and all aspects related to the structure and planning in relation to their client's businesses. This position involves managing your own caseload, supporting the Corporate team, and actively contributing to business development and marketing initiatives. We are prepared to speak with applicants of varying levels of experience as our client would welcome both newly qualified and experienced candidates. Responsibilities: Advise clients on all aspects relating to their business transactions. Manage your own caseload efficiently, ensuring the timely and effective handling of legal matters. Provide support to the Corporate team and collaborate on complex transactions. Proactively seek and secure business leads, contributing to the marketing efforts of the Corporate department. Requirements: At least 2 years PQE (Post-Qualified Experience), though applicants with more or less experience are welcome. Previous experience in corporate/Merges & Acquisitions, including transaction exposure and due diligence/review for both share sales and purchases. Experience in business and asset sales and purchases. Drafting and advising on a wide range of commercial agreements and corporate structuring documents (Shareholders' Agreements, Partnership Agreements, Company Articles, etc.). Ability to assist with finance and loan documentation along with associated company due diligence. Personal Attributes: Strong Communication Skills: Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively. Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within a team and support colleagues. Initiative: Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to take the lead on tasks and projects. Business Acumen: Commercial awareness and the ability to identify and pursue business development opportunities. Client Focus: Dedication to understanding and meeting the needs of clients in the corporate sector. Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure. If you are interested and meet the above criteria, please send your CV to (url removed) or call the Commercial team on (phone number removed) if you have any queries.
Apr 25, 2025
Full time
Corporate Solicitor Hull City Centre 60k to 70k DOE Monday to Friday Office based A well established and loyal client is looking for a corporate solicitor to play a vital role in advising clients on mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and all aspects related to the structure and planning in relation to their client's businesses. This position involves managing your own caseload, supporting the Corporate team, and actively contributing to business development and marketing initiatives. We are prepared to speak with applicants of varying levels of experience as our client would welcome both newly qualified and experienced candidates. Responsibilities: Advise clients on all aspects relating to their business transactions. Manage your own caseload efficiently, ensuring the timely and effective handling of legal matters. Provide support to the Corporate team and collaborate on complex transactions. Proactively seek and secure business leads, contributing to the marketing efforts of the Corporate department. Requirements: At least 2 years PQE (Post-Qualified Experience), though applicants with more or less experience are welcome. Previous experience in corporate/Merges & Acquisitions, including transaction exposure and due diligence/review for both share sales and purchases. Experience in business and asset sales and purchases. Drafting and advising on a wide range of commercial agreements and corporate structuring documents (Shareholders' Agreements, Partnership Agreements, Company Articles, etc.). Ability to assist with finance and loan documentation along with associated company due diligence. Personal Attributes: Strong Communication Skills: Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively. Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within a team and support colleagues. Initiative: Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to take the lead on tasks and projects. Business Acumen: Commercial awareness and the ability to identify and pursue business development opportunities. Client Focus: Dedication to understanding and meeting the needs of clients in the corporate sector. Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure. If you are interested and meet the above criteria, please send your CV to (url removed) or call the Commercial team on (phone number removed) if you have any queries.
Miller Grace are working with a Top 20 UK Law firm, currently seeking a Corporate Associate to join their highly regarded team. Why This Firm? -Be part of a highly recognised team -Enjoy a high-performance culture and great quality work -Benefit from flexible hybrid working About you? - 1-5 years PQE experience in general M&A and company reorganisations. - Sector experience and/or experience in private equity investments, cross border working or equity capital markets deals is helpful but not essential. If you or someone you know is interested in this role, please call Harriett Tyler on (phone number removed).
Apr 25, 2025
Full time
Miller Grace are working with a Top 20 UK Law firm, currently seeking a Corporate Associate to join their highly regarded team. Why This Firm? -Be part of a highly recognised team -Enjoy a high-performance culture and great quality work -Benefit from flexible hybrid working About you? - 1-5 years PQE experience in general M&A and company reorganisations. - Sector experience and/or experience in private equity investments, cross border working or equity capital markets deals is helpful but not essential. If you or someone you know is interested in this role, please call Harriett Tyler on (phone number removed).
Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Birmingham, Staffordshire
Associate Corporate Solicitor Birmingham 2-6 Years PQE A leading international law firm is seeking a talented corporate solicitor to join its Birmingham Corporate team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with 2-6 years' PQE to take the next step in their career within a dynamic and highly regarded practice. The team is looking for a candidate with experience in general M&A and company reorganisations . Additional exposure to private equity, cross-border transactions, or equity capital markets would be beneficial but is not essential. Ideal candidates will have trained at a top city or large regional firm and will be looking for a new challenge in a firm that champions collaboration, innovation, and career progression . The role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile transactions with a strong international element, alongside industry-leading partners who support professional growth. The firm places a strong emphasis on technical excellence, commercial awareness, and business development . You will be encouraged to take ownership of matters, benefit from high levels of client contact, and work in an agile, merit-driven environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that values its people and fosters an entrepreneurial approach to client service. If this sounds like the right fit for you, don't miss out! Apply below.
Apr 25, 2025
Full time
Associate Corporate Solicitor Birmingham 2-6 Years PQE A leading international law firm is seeking a talented corporate solicitor to join its Birmingham Corporate team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with 2-6 years' PQE to take the next step in their career within a dynamic and highly regarded practice. The team is looking for a candidate with experience in general M&A and company reorganisations . Additional exposure to private equity, cross-border transactions, or equity capital markets would be beneficial but is not essential. Ideal candidates will have trained at a top city or large regional firm and will be looking for a new challenge in a firm that champions collaboration, innovation, and career progression . The role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile transactions with a strong international element, alongside industry-leading partners who support professional growth. The firm places a strong emphasis on technical excellence, commercial awareness, and business development . You will be encouraged to take ownership of matters, benefit from high levels of client contact, and work in an agile, merit-driven environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that values its people and fosters an entrepreneurial approach to client service. If this sounds like the right fit for you, don't miss out! Apply below.
Excellent opportunity for a Locum Employment Solicitor to join a reputable firm, starting ASAP for 3 months + in duration. The Opportunity Our client, a well-established, reputable firm who have an excellent reputation in the area are seeking an Employment Locum Solicitor to cover whilst the firm recruit on a permanent basis. The firm requires the Employment Locum to join them for up to 3 months in duration with a high possibility of extension. The firm are flexible and are open to the employment locum working on a fully remote basis after the first day in the office. They are seeking someone to work a minimum of 4 days per week. Responsibilities The Locum would be responsible for a mixed caseload of employment matters, including claimant and respondent work for employees and employers including: Settlement agreements Discrimination matters Wrongful and unfair dismissal Disputes Redundancy and restructuring Disciplinary and performance Restrictive covenant matters Corporate support Benefits Fully remote working Reputable, well-established firm Attractive hourly rate up to 55 DOE Secretarial support Requirements At least 7 years' experience as an Employment Solicitor Experience handling busy caseloads of employment matters, including claimant and respondent work and for employers and employees To be considered for this opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion. Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Apr 25, 2025
Contractor
Excellent opportunity for a Locum Employment Solicitor to join a reputable firm, starting ASAP for 3 months + in duration. The Opportunity Our client, a well-established, reputable firm who have an excellent reputation in the area are seeking an Employment Locum Solicitor to cover whilst the firm recruit on a permanent basis. The firm requires the Employment Locum to join them for up to 3 months in duration with a high possibility of extension. The firm are flexible and are open to the employment locum working on a fully remote basis after the first day in the office. They are seeking someone to work a minimum of 4 days per week. Responsibilities The Locum would be responsible for a mixed caseload of employment matters, including claimant and respondent work for employees and employers including: Settlement agreements Discrimination matters Wrongful and unfair dismissal Disputes Redundancy and restructuring Disciplinary and performance Restrictive covenant matters Corporate support Benefits Fully remote working Reputable, well-established firm Attractive hourly rate up to 55 DOE Secretarial support Requirements At least 7 years' experience as an Employment Solicitor Experience handling busy caseloads of employment matters, including claimant and respondent work and for employers and employees To be considered for this opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion. Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Job Title: Senior Associate - Professional Indemnity Description: We are hiring for our client, a leading firm recognised for its expertise in complex litigation, who is seeking to appoint a Senior Associate to join their professional indemnity team in Edinburgh. This is a permanent opportunity offering strong progression, excellent work/life balance, and the chance to work on some of the most interesting and precedent-setting cases in the market. This role will suit a highly skilled litigator with strong experience in financial services disputes and a desire to grow their career within a dynamic and forward-thinking legal environment. Top 3 Things to Know About this Job: Excellent Work/Life Balance High-profile, Precedent-setting Litigation Work Clear Route for Career Progression The Role: • Lead and manage complex financial services litigation cases • Advise major financial institutions and corporate clients on high-value disputes • Draft legal documentation, statements, and advice in relation to ongoing cases • Collaborate closely with partners and manage junior fee earners • Play an active role in business development and client relationship management The Person: • Qualified Solicitor with ideally 6-8 years' PQE (other levels considered based on experience) • Strong background in professional indemnity litigation or related commercial disputes • Proven ability to manage high-value, complex caseloads with minimal supervision • Confident communicator with excellent drafting and client-facing skills • Ambitious, collaborative, and driven to progress within a high-performing team The Rewards: • Competitive salary package • Excellent work/life balance with hybrid working options • Progressive culture with real opportunities for advancement • Exposure to cutting-edge litigation work with high-profile clients • Supportive team culture in a dynamic, growing practice
Apr 25, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Senior Associate - Professional Indemnity Description: We are hiring for our client, a leading firm recognised for its expertise in complex litigation, who is seeking to appoint a Senior Associate to join their professional indemnity team in Edinburgh. This is a permanent opportunity offering strong progression, excellent work/life balance, and the chance to work on some of the most interesting and precedent-setting cases in the market. This role will suit a highly skilled litigator with strong experience in financial services disputes and a desire to grow their career within a dynamic and forward-thinking legal environment. Top 3 Things to Know About this Job: Excellent Work/Life Balance High-profile, Precedent-setting Litigation Work Clear Route for Career Progression The Role: • Lead and manage complex financial services litigation cases • Advise major financial institutions and corporate clients on high-value disputes • Draft legal documentation, statements, and advice in relation to ongoing cases • Collaborate closely with partners and manage junior fee earners • Play an active role in business development and client relationship management The Person: • Qualified Solicitor with ideally 6-8 years' PQE (other levels considered based on experience) • Strong background in professional indemnity litigation or related commercial disputes • Proven ability to manage high-value, complex caseloads with minimal supervision • Confident communicator with excellent drafting and client-facing skills • Ambitious, collaborative, and driven to progress within a high-performing team The Rewards: • Competitive salary package • Excellent work/life balance with hybrid working options • Progressive culture with real opportunities for advancement • Exposure to cutting-edge litigation work with high-profile clients • Supportive team culture in a dynamic, growing practice
Corporate & Commercial Solicitor - Snr Associate to Partner level Abacus is currently seeking a highly experienced Corporate Solicitor with a range of corporate and commercial expertise to join an impressive legal brand within Northern Ireland. The role is hybrid but this firm boasts modern office space, high-end hardware and promotes a culture of continued development. Based in the City Centre, this firm is often regarded as one of the premier law firms for Blue-Chip clients across the UK (and further afield). More about the opportunity? Forming part of the wider Corporate transactions team, you will ideally offer at least 5 yrs PQE and ideally someone with strong aspirations toward a Partnership route (or entry as Partner). Your experience should include dealing with a range of commercial contracts to include technology contracts, privacy and cyber security agreements. Experience of some corporate transactions to include M&A would also be an extremely interesting skill set to offer the client. The salary will be very competitive and will naturally be based on level of experience, that coupled with a great client base and quality of work makes this a very attractive proposition. If this role sounds right for you, then send an updated CV through the link or contact Alan Braithwaite for an honest and confidential discussion.
Apr 25, 2025
Full time
Corporate & Commercial Solicitor - Snr Associate to Partner level Abacus is currently seeking a highly experienced Corporate Solicitor with a range of corporate and commercial expertise to join an impressive legal brand within Northern Ireland. The role is hybrid but this firm boasts modern office space, high-end hardware and promotes a culture of continued development. Based in the City Centre, this firm is often regarded as one of the premier law firms for Blue-Chip clients across the UK (and further afield). More about the opportunity? Forming part of the wider Corporate transactions team, you will ideally offer at least 5 yrs PQE and ideally someone with strong aspirations toward a Partnership route (or entry as Partner). Your experience should include dealing with a range of commercial contracts to include technology contracts, privacy and cyber security agreements. Experience of some corporate transactions to include M&A would also be an extremely interesting skill set to offer the client. The salary will be very competitive and will naturally be based on level of experience, that coupled with a great client base and quality of work makes this a very attractive proposition. If this role sounds right for you, then send an updated CV through the link or contact Alan Braithwaite for an honest and confidential discussion.
Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Birmingham, Staffordshire
Corporate Solicitor - Top-Tier Law Firm Birmingham Market-Leading Salary + Excellent Benefits A top-tier law firm in Birmingham is looking to expand its award-winning Corporate Team due to continued growth and success. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded law firm, handling high-quality corporate work for an impressive client base. The Role: Work on a mix of transactions, taking ownership of matters while collaborating with partners on complex deals. Opportunity to develop a specialism and progress within a structured and supportive environment. Mentoring and developing junior associates, contributing to the team's continued success. Strong focus on business development and client engagement, with the opportunity to take an active role in shaping client relationships. Who Can Apply? The firm is open to Talented Corporate Solicitors at all levels of PQE, from NQ to Partner level, offering tailored support and clear progression opportunities to match your experience and career goals. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious and growing team within a firm that offers outstanding career prospects, high-quality work, and a market-leading salary and benefits package. Interested in finding out more? Apply below, call me on , or email your CV to .
Apr 25, 2025
Full time
Corporate Solicitor - Top-Tier Law Firm Birmingham Market-Leading Salary + Excellent Benefits A top-tier law firm in Birmingham is looking to expand its award-winning Corporate Team due to continued growth and success. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded law firm, handling high-quality corporate work for an impressive client base. The Role: Work on a mix of transactions, taking ownership of matters while collaborating with partners on complex deals. Opportunity to develop a specialism and progress within a structured and supportive environment. Mentoring and developing junior associates, contributing to the team's continued success. Strong focus on business development and client engagement, with the opportunity to take an active role in shaping client relationships. Who Can Apply? The firm is open to Talented Corporate Solicitors at all levels of PQE, from NQ to Partner level, offering tailored support and clear progression opportunities to match your experience and career goals. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious and growing team within a firm that offers outstanding career prospects, high-quality work, and a market-leading salary and benefits package. Interested in finding out more? Apply below, call me on , or email your CV to .
Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Corporate Commercial Solicitor, Cheltenham How would you like to work in a really fantastic environment that fosters a supportive and inclusive workplace, a collaborative environment with quality work on offer including high net worth clients using the team and recommending their work to their networks? Career paths are definitely in place here and as well as a highly competitive salary you can expect to find hybrid working options, a range of competitive benefits and opportunities to socialise and get to know the local community, of which the firm plays a leading role. The firm has grown organically in recent years, swallowing up hugely talented fee earners from all around the county and placing them front and centre of the firm's service. All in all, this is a standout firm and a really good time to be joining them. Applications are invited from associate or senior associate level Corporate Commercial solicitors with ideally upwards of 5 years PQE. You will be able to work without supervision and pick up a high quality privately funded caseload which includes: Mergers and acquisitions Investment agreements Shareholder agreements and joint ventures Corporate reorganisations EMI options and share schemes LLPs and partnerships Commercial contracts Due diligence The Corporate and Commercial team mainly acts for owner managed businesses and corporate transactions range in value from £500K to £25m. About 20% of our work is advising on commercial contracts which also have a wide range in value, subject to matter and complexity. You should have demonstrable knowledge of corporate law, including agreements, articles of association, LLPs and partnerships and preferably knowledge and experience of advising on commercial contracts for the supply of goods and services etc., and be able to draft, review and negotiate on a broad range of transactional, corporate and commercial documents on behalf of clients. You will be open to providing gentle supervision to colleagues in the team and open to participating in gentle business development. The competitive benefit package includes pension, private medical insurance, income protection scheme, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, additional discretionary leave days, access to an employee assistance programme and mental health first aiders. There is a pathway to partnership available within the firm. Gloucestershire is a fantastic place to live and work. Applications from relocators will be considered; however, you should be able to demonstrate a commitment to live and work in the area. Approach us in confidence for more on this not to be missed Corporate Commercial opportunity!
Apr 24, 2025
Full time
Corporate Commercial Solicitor, Cheltenham How would you like to work in a really fantastic environment that fosters a supportive and inclusive workplace, a collaborative environment with quality work on offer including high net worth clients using the team and recommending their work to their networks? Career paths are definitely in place here and as well as a highly competitive salary you can expect to find hybrid working options, a range of competitive benefits and opportunities to socialise and get to know the local community, of which the firm plays a leading role. The firm has grown organically in recent years, swallowing up hugely talented fee earners from all around the county and placing them front and centre of the firm's service. All in all, this is a standout firm and a really good time to be joining them. Applications are invited from associate or senior associate level Corporate Commercial solicitors with ideally upwards of 5 years PQE. You will be able to work without supervision and pick up a high quality privately funded caseload which includes: Mergers and acquisitions Investment agreements Shareholder agreements and joint ventures Corporate reorganisations EMI options and share schemes LLPs and partnerships Commercial contracts Due diligence The Corporate and Commercial team mainly acts for owner managed businesses and corporate transactions range in value from £500K to £25m. About 20% of our work is advising on commercial contracts which also have a wide range in value, subject to matter and complexity. You should have demonstrable knowledge of corporate law, including agreements, articles of association, LLPs and partnerships and preferably knowledge and experience of advising on commercial contracts for the supply of goods and services etc., and be able to draft, review and negotiate on a broad range of transactional, corporate and commercial documents on behalf of clients. You will be open to providing gentle supervision to colleagues in the team and open to participating in gentle business development. The competitive benefit package includes pension, private medical insurance, income protection scheme, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, additional discretionary leave days, access to an employee assistance programme and mental health first aiders. There is a pathway to partnership available within the firm. Gloucestershire is a fantastic place to live and work. Applications from relocators will be considered; however, you should be able to demonstrate a commitment to live and work in the area. Approach us in confidence for more on this not to be missed Corporate Commercial opportunity!
Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Birmingham, Staffordshire
Job Description I'm working with a Top 100 National Law Firm that's on the lookout for a Senior Associate (5 Years PQE+) Construction Solicitor to join their team in Birmingham. This firm is well known for striking the perfect balance between a corporate firm's resources and expertise while maintaining a friendly, approachable culture-so you get the best of both worlds. They offer fantastic benefits and a high-quality caseload, making this a great opportunity to develop your career in a supportive environment. They also offer great flexibility with the option of working the majority of the time from home, with 1 or 2 visits to the office in Birmingham each week. In this role, you'll work with a diverse client base, advising on a broad range of projects across key sectors like Retail and Energy. There is the option of working a strictly Non Contentious Caseload or having a split of Non-Contentious and Contentious with an approximate split of 65/35. You'll collaborate closely with partners and colleagues across the firm, giving you a well-rounded perspective and plenty of exposure to high-profile work. On top of that, you'll have the chance to get involved in business development, expanding your network and making a real impact. Their Construction Team is made up of 11 Solicitors and Partners, with 4 working at their Birmingham Office, so this opportunity presents a fantastic chance to progress and become a key member of the team. If this sounds like the right fit for you, don't miss out! Apply below, give me a call on , or drop me an email with your CV at .
Apr 24, 2025
Full time
Job Description I'm working with a Top 100 National Law Firm that's on the lookout for a Senior Associate (5 Years PQE+) Construction Solicitor to join their team in Birmingham. This firm is well known for striking the perfect balance between a corporate firm's resources and expertise while maintaining a friendly, approachable culture-so you get the best of both worlds. They offer fantastic benefits and a high-quality caseload, making this a great opportunity to develop your career in a supportive environment. They also offer great flexibility with the option of working the majority of the time from home, with 1 or 2 visits to the office in Birmingham each week. In this role, you'll work with a diverse client base, advising on a broad range of projects across key sectors like Retail and Energy. There is the option of working a strictly Non Contentious Caseload or having a split of Non-Contentious and Contentious with an approximate split of 65/35. You'll collaborate closely with partners and colleagues across the firm, giving you a well-rounded perspective and plenty of exposure to high-profile work. On top of that, you'll have the chance to get involved in business development, expanding your network and making a real impact. Their Construction Team is made up of 11 Solicitors and Partners, with 4 working at their Birmingham Office, so this opportunity presents a fantastic chance to progress and become a key member of the team. If this sounds like the right fit for you, don't miss out! Apply below, give me a call on , or drop me an email with your CV at .
