"One of the strongest teams outside London. Osborne Clarke provides an excellent service and is very easy to work with" - Legal 500 We are looking for a Senior Associate to join our highly regarded Pensions team in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an experienced and well respected team and be involved in the whole spectrum of pensions law and practice. You will have access to a broad range of high quality work, including contentious and non-contentious matters in both the private and public sectors. From the outset, you will be a valued member of the team and have the opportunity to build client relationships and develop your business development skills. You will be joining a successful firm with a collegiate and supportive culture, which makes it a rewarding place to work. The practice "They absolutely get inside the skin of their clients and you know they are batting for you." - Chambers UK The team advises both employers and trustees in order to help them to run their schemes compliantly while managing risks. We also run one of the UK's leading independent trustee company, Open Trustees, so we have direct experience of operating pension schemes. Our lawyers have the opportunity to advise on a variety of pensions issues from risk reduction exercises (such as pension increases exchanges, buy-ins and buyouts and alternative funding arrangements) to advising pension schemes going through a Pension Protection Fund ("PPF") assessment period or an Administering Authority on matters relating to the Local Government Pension Scheme ("LGPS"). We also have particular expertise in the pensions aspects of corporate acquisitions and disposals, scheme mergers, insolvencies, restructuring and wind-ups. One aspect of our work which sets the team apart is that our lawyers also have the opportunity to act for employers, trustees and representative beneficiaries on complex litigation claims, including professional negligence work and Part 8 claims. Find out more about our pensions' practice using this link: The team Our team are noted for their 'all-round expertise' and for having 'good strength in depth with shared knowledge' - Legal 500 Led by Jonathan Hazlett who is rated in both Chambers and Partners and Legal 500, the team currently comprises of 5 partners, 2 Legal Directors, 3 Associate Directors, 1 Senior Associate, 5 Associates, 2 Pensions Managers, 5 Assistant Pensions Managers and 1 Administrative Assistant. All are based in our Bristol office. Tom Milner, an Associate, explains what attracted him to the team: "I joined the pensions team in October 2017. Having been with the team for nearly a year now (having joined from a top-ranked city firm), I can confidently recommend Osborne Clarke to any aspiring pensions lawyer. The standard of work that the team produces is excellent and the team's client base is equally as impressive. Since joining I have advised clients across a broad range of topics including, but not limited to, on-going advisory queries, pensions litigation matters and regulatory issues. If you are considering your options within the pensions sphere, I wholeheartedly recommend getting in touch with Osborne Clarke." The work As a member of the PPF's legal panel, we provide advice to trustees and the PPF in relation to schemes progressing through a PPF assessment period including in relation to recent high-profile insolvencies including the first scheme rescue. Our trustee company, Open Trustees, is also one of only five firms appointed to the PPF's trustee advisory panel. Appointed to the LGPS national framework panel following a competitive tender. Under the panel, we provide a full range of LGPS related services, including scheme administration, outsourcing, benefits, dispute resolution and investment advice. Advised the trustees of the Imperial Tobacco Pension Fund in relation to a £600 million surety bond. Advised a large number of employers and trustees on recent amendments to future service benefits and the closure of schemes to the future accrual of final salary benefits, including negotiating the closure terms, inputting into the various consultation exercises, advising on amendments to complex benefit structures and assisting with responses to member enquiries. Advised a large number of employers and trustees on liability management exercises, including enhanced transfer value exercises, pension increase exchanges, trivial commutation exercises and buy-in / buy-out insurance contracts. Advised a large employer in relation to a potential investigation by the Pensions Regulator regarding the possible use of the Regulator's powers. Acted in relation to a number of reported pensions cases including acting for one of the representative beneficiaries in the complex litigation surrounding the Gleeds Retirement Benefits Scheme in both the High Court and the Court of Appeal Advised a representative beneficiary in relation to the High Court and Court of Appeal proceedings brought by Honda Motor Europe Limited arising out of a mistake in the rules of its pension scheme. Acted for an emergency trustee for 13 pension schemes in complex fraud proceedings against the former pension trustees and their directors, officers and advisers. Technical skills and experience You will have knowledge and transactional experience of working for pensions' clients in a variety of capacities. You will have gained excellent experience in non-contentious pensions work in a high quality pensions team, covering the areas mentioned above. It will be desirable that you will also have some pensions litigation experience, although this is not a pre-requisite. Due to the nature of the work we are seeking to hire a Senior Associate, however we are happy to consider applicants with more or less experience. Your career development Like all our lawyers, you will benefit from our multi-award winning career development programme. At each stage of your career this provides you with: clear expectations of your role and what it takes to progress; high quality clients and work, with early responsibility and client exposure; thorough assessment and individual feedback from a range of experienced colleagues; robust technical training with early skills based development, increasingly tailored to you; and reward for your contribution, progression and potential, rather than PQE or tenure. Salary and benefits We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits. For more information or to apply At Osborne Clarke we welcome direct applications - if you would like any further information about the role, or the firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact, in complete confidence, Emily Webb in the Recruitment team on or email At Osborne Clarke, we are known for our open and inclusive culture. We believe that by investing in the diversity and wellbeing of our people, we create an environment where everyone can thrive to be the best that they can be. This means recognising that our people have lives and commitments outside of work. We have invested in connected working for our people and, where possible, we will accommodate flexible working for all our roles.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
"One of the strongest teams outside London. Osborne Clarke provides an excellent service and is very easy to work with" - Legal 500 We are looking for a Senior Associate to join our highly regarded Pensions team in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an experienced and well respected team and be involved in the whole spectrum of pensions law and practice. You will have access to a broad range of high quality work, including contentious and non-contentious matters in both the private and public sectors. From the outset, you will be a valued member of the team and have the opportunity to build client relationships and develop your business development skills. You will be joining a successful firm with a collegiate and supportive culture, which makes it a rewarding place to work. The practice "They absolutely get inside the skin of their clients and you know they are batting for you." - Chambers UK The team advises both employers and trustees in order to help them to run their schemes compliantly while managing risks. We also run one of the UK's leading independent trustee company, Open Trustees, so we have direct experience of operating pension schemes. Our lawyers have the opportunity to advise on a variety of pensions issues from risk reduction exercises (such as pension increases exchanges, buy-ins and buyouts and alternative funding arrangements) to advising pension schemes going through a Pension Protection Fund ("PPF") assessment period or an Administering Authority on matters relating to the Local Government Pension Scheme ("LGPS"). We also have particular expertise in the pensions aspects of corporate acquisitions and disposals, scheme mergers, insolvencies, restructuring and wind-ups. One aspect of our work which sets the team apart is that our lawyers also have the opportunity to act for employers, trustees and representative beneficiaries on complex litigation claims, including professional negligence work and Part 8 claims. Find out more about our pensions' practice using this link: The team Our team are noted for their 'all-round expertise' and for having 'good strength in depth with shared knowledge' - Legal 500 Led by Jonathan Hazlett who is rated in both Chambers and Partners and Legal 500, the team currently comprises of 5 partners, 2 Legal Directors, 3 Associate Directors, 1 Senior Associate, 5 Associates, 2 Pensions Managers, 5 Assistant Pensions Managers and 1 Administrative Assistant. All are based in our Bristol office. Tom Milner, an Associate, explains what attracted him to the team: "I joined the pensions team in October 2017. Having been with the team for nearly a year now (having joined from a top-ranked city firm), I can confidently recommend Osborne Clarke to any aspiring pensions lawyer. The standard of work that the team produces is excellent and the team's client base is equally as impressive. Since joining I have advised clients across a broad range of topics including, but not limited to, on-going advisory queries, pensions litigation matters and regulatory issues. If you are considering your options within the pensions sphere, I wholeheartedly recommend getting in touch with Osborne Clarke." The work As a member of the PPF's legal panel, we provide advice to trustees and the PPF in relation to schemes progressing through a PPF assessment period including in relation to recent high-profile insolvencies including the first scheme rescue. Our trustee company, Open Trustees, is also one of only five firms appointed to the PPF's trustee advisory panel. Appointed to the LGPS national framework panel following a competitive tender. Under the panel, we provide a full range of LGPS related services, including scheme administration, outsourcing, benefits, dispute resolution and investment advice. Advised the trustees of the Imperial Tobacco Pension Fund in relation to a £600 million surety bond. Advised a large number of employers and trustees on recent amendments to future service benefits and the closure of schemes to the future accrual of final salary benefits, including negotiating the closure terms, inputting into the various consultation exercises, advising on amendments to complex benefit structures and assisting with responses to member enquiries. Advised a large number of employers and trustees on liability management exercises, including enhanced transfer value exercises, pension increase exchanges, trivial commutation exercises and buy-in / buy-out insurance contracts. Advised a large employer in relation to a potential investigation by the Pensions Regulator regarding the possible use of the Regulator's powers. Acted in relation to a number of reported pensions cases including acting for one of the representative beneficiaries in the complex litigation surrounding the Gleeds Retirement Benefits Scheme in both the High Court and the Court of Appeal Advised a representative beneficiary in relation to the High Court and Court of Appeal proceedings brought by Honda Motor Europe Limited arising out of a mistake in the rules of its pension scheme. Acted for an emergency trustee for 13 pension schemes in complex fraud proceedings against the former pension trustees and their directors, officers and advisers. Technical skills and experience You will have knowledge and transactional experience of working for pensions' clients in a variety of capacities. You will have gained excellent experience in non-contentious pensions work in a high quality pensions team, covering the areas mentioned above. It will be desirable that you will also have some pensions litigation experience, although this is not a pre-requisite. Due to the nature of the work we are seeking to hire a Senior Associate, however we are happy to consider applicants with more or less experience. Your career development Like all our lawyers, you will benefit from our multi-award winning career development programme. At each stage of your career this provides you with: clear expectations of your role and what it takes to progress; high quality clients and work, with early responsibility and client exposure; thorough assessment and individual feedback from a range of experienced colleagues; robust technical training with early skills based development, increasingly tailored to you; and reward for your contribution, progression and potential, rather than PQE or tenure. Salary and benefits We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits. For more information or to apply At Osborne Clarke we welcome direct applications - if you would like any further information about the role, or the firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact, in complete confidence, Emily Webb in the Recruitment team on or email At Osborne Clarke, we are known for our open and inclusive culture. We believe that by investing in the diversity and wellbeing of our people, we create an environment where everyone can thrive to be the best that they can be. This means recognising that our people have lives and commitments outside of work. We have invested in connected working for our people and, where possible, we will accommodate flexible working for all our roles.
Collaborate, Grow & Thrive At Burges Salmon, you will gain professional development with a structured path to advancing your career. You will be guided by a supportive leadership team to enhance your skills and experience. When you join our collaborative environment, you will have the opportunity to take responsibility for your work and to be trusted to get on with things. We will provide you with a professional, friendly and sociable setting in which to thrive and realise your potential. * Investors in People Gold Standard Location This opportunity is based in Bristol, 2 minutes stroll from Temple Meads train station. Here, you will be in the heart of the city with easy access to some of the best attractions Bristol has to offer, including the theatre, shopping, restaurants, museums and art galleries. Team The team is known for "comprehensive commercial and contentious IP offering to rival those of City and international firms." (Chambers). We offer advice on all aspects of intellectual property, including ownership and protection, exploitation and enforcement (both litigation and Registry based proceedings). Our client base of global brands includes: BBC // Discovery Channel // Starbucks // Victoria's Secret // Virgin// Yeo Valley * Intellectual Property Disputes * Jeremy Dickerson What others say... "An excellent team. They are commercial, a pleasure to work with and they come up with novel ideas about how to tackle things." Chambers UK 2019. Work As an IP Litigator, you will work collaboratively with our clients to deliver pragmatic, commercial advice on complex intellectual property disputes and pre launch clearance advice. You will need proven experience in intellectual property dispute resolution across a broad range of business sectors, particularly in the media, retail, sports and leisure, luxury goods and food and drink sectors. We undertake a considerable amount of registry work : both in the UK and the EU - and are also looking for someone who has experience in Registry proceedings such as Oppositions, invalidity and cancellation proceedings and Appeals. We take pride in our established track record for successful cases and have acted for clients in the High Court, Intellectual Property Enterprise Court, UK and European trade mark offices, Company Names Tribunal, in domain name disputes and at all stages of appeals. Key areas of focus are: * UK, EU and international trade marks. * Disputes involving trade marks passing off, * Patents, * Copyright, * Designs, * Confidential information, * Domain names. Requirements We look for individuals who have developed themselves and their capabilities, coupled with commercial acumen and experience. You will have strong, demonstrable experience in intellectual property dispute resolutions. You will be a team player, able to manage a complex and varied workload effectively, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and be self-motivated. We are committed to finding the right person for this role and are open to discussing flexible working patterns. Get in touch! Our resourcing team can provide firm insight and an overview of the department to make sure this is the right next career for you. For a confidential conversation call or email: Victoria Lewton T: E:
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Collaborate, Grow & Thrive At Burges Salmon, you will gain professional development with a structured path to advancing your career. You will be guided by a supportive leadership team to enhance your skills and experience. When you join our collaborative environment, you will have the opportunity to take responsibility for your work and to be trusted to get on with things. We will provide you with a professional, friendly and sociable setting in which to thrive and realise your potential. * Investors in People Gold Standard Location This opportunity is based in Bristol, 2 minutes stroll from Temple Meads train station. Here, you will be in the heart of the city with easy access to some of the best attractions Bristol has to offer, including the theatre, shopping, restaurants, museums and art galleries. Team The team is known for "comprehensive commercial and contentious IP offering to rival those of City and international firms." (Chambers). We offer advice on all aspects of intellectual property, including ownership and protection, exploitation and enforcement (both litigation and Registry based proceedings). Our client base of global brands includes: BBC // Discovery Channel // Starbucks // Victoria's Secret // Virgin// Yeo Valley * Intellectual Property Disputes * Jeremy Dickerson What others say... "An excellent team. They are commercial, a pleasure to work with and they come up with novel ideas about how to tackle things." Chambers UK 2019. Work As an IP Litigator, you will work collaboratively with our clients to deliver pragmatic, commercial advice on complex intellectual property disputes and pre launch clearance advice. You will need proven experience in intellectual property dispute resolution across a broad range of business sectors, particularly in the media, retail, sports and leisure, luxury goods and food and drink sectors. We undertake a considerable amount of registry work : both in the UK and the EU - and are also looking for someone who has experience in Registry proceedings such as Oppositions, invalidity and cancellation proceedings and Appeals. We take pride in our established track record for successful cases and have acted for clients in the High Court, Intellectual Property Enterprise Court, UK and European trade mark offices, Company Names Tribunal, in domain name disputes and at all stages of appeals. Key areas of focus are: * UK, EU and international trade marks. * Disputes involving trade marks passing off, * Patents, * Copyright, * Designs, * Confidential information, * Domain names. Requirements We look for individuals who have developed themselves and their capabilities, coupled with commercial acumen and experience. You will have strong, demonstrable experience in intellectual property dispute resolutions. You will be a team player, able to manage a complex and varied workload effectively, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and be self-motivated. We are committed to finding the right person for this role and are open to discussing flexible working patterns. Get in touch! Our resourcing team can provide firm insight and an overview of the department to make sure this is the right next career for you. For a confidential conversation call or email: Victoria Lewton T: E:
Fraud Solicitor, Manchester We have a new instruction for a Fraud Solicitor to join this leading defendant insurance litigation practice based in Greater Manchester. The Role As a Fraud Solicitor your core duties will include: Handling a mixed EL / PL / Motor fast-track and multi-track caseload within the Counter Fraud Team. * Acting for a wide range of clients including major insurers, self-insureds, local authorities and insurance brokers. Candidate Requirements * We are looking for a Fraud Solicitor who demonstrates: * 1-4 years of PQE * Understanding of insurance litigation practices and processes * Experience handling cross class litigated files and managing your own caseload On offer for the successful applicant is a competitive salary and comprehensive selection of benefits. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Fraud Solicitor, Manchester We have a new instruction for a Fraud Solicitor to join this leading defendant insurance litigation practice based in Greater Manchester. The Role As a Fraud Solicitor your core duties will include: Handling a mixed EL / PL / Motor fast-track and multi-track caseload within the Counter Fraud Team. * Acting for a wide range of clients including major insurers, self-insureds, local authorities and insurance brokers. Candidate Requirements * We are looking for a Fraud Solicitor who demonstrates: * 1-4 years of PQE * Understanding of insurance litigation practices and processes * Experience handling cross class litigated files and managing your own caseload On offer for the successful applicant is a competitive salary and comprehensive selection of benefits. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Claimant Serious Injury Solicitor This is a great and unique opportunity with a leading national firm who are seeking to recruit a junior to mid level solicitor to join their Serious Injury team based in their London office. This firms particular approach to their clients and families is what really makes a difference. This opportunity will give you the chance to lead investigations in a wide range of cases. The role: - Manage a litigation caseload of serious injury claims including brain, spinal cord and severe orthopaedic injury arising out of EL/PL and RTA - Manage and develop external client relations as part of business development -Assist some of the more senior solicitors/partners on their caseloads when required The candidate: - This role will suit a qualified solicitor who have claimant or defendant catastrophic injury experience. - The team would also encourage qualified lawyers, ideally 1-3PQE with multi track EL/PL/RTA experience with a demonstrable interest in serious injury to apply. - Must have strong litigation experience In return, you will receive a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. If you are interested in this opportunity at a top tier claimant personal injury firm in London, please contact Bhavisha Duggal at BCL Legal. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Claimant Serious Injury Solicitor This is a great and unique opportunity with a leading national firm who are seeking to recruit a junior to mid level solicitor to join their Serious Injury team based in their London office. This firms particular approach to their clients and families is what really makes a difference. This opportunity will give you the chance to lead investigations in a wide range of cases. The role: - Manage a litigation caseload of serious injury claims including brain, spinal cord and severe orthopaedic injury arising out of EL/PL and RTA - Manage and develop external client relations as part of business development -Assist some of the more senior solicitors/partners on their caseloads when required The candidate: - This role will suit a qualified solicitor who have claimant or defendant catastrophic injury experience. - The team would also encourage qualified lawyers, ideally 1-3PQE with multi track EL/PL/RTA experience with a demonstrable interest in serious injury to apply. - Must have strong litigation experience In return, you will receive a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. If you are interested in this opportunity at a top tier claimant personal injury firm in London, please contact Bhavisha Duggal at BCL Legal. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Practice Manager : High-street firm Exeter : Full time A significant opportunity has arisen for a Practice Manager to join a long established, successful law firm based in a beautiful location in Exeter. In this role, the successful candidate will work closely alongside the Partners to coordinate, strategise and ensure the efficient and smooth running of the firm from day to day. You will also act as a key point of engagement for all staff and external stakeholders. Additional responsibilities as Practice Manager will include : *Acting as HR Manager for the firm *Taking responsibility for ensuring quality and compliance standards are met, especially in relation to the Lexcel Accreditation programme *Managing a team of 4 support staff *Liaising with third party service providers and ensuring secure management and development of the ICT network *Working with Partners and staff to ensure the firm meets obligations in relation to applicable Data Protection Legislation *Identify, commission, manage and evaluate firm wide training and development activities *Taking responsibility for facilities management: Health and Safety and Security *Managing all insurances with Partners and Brokers *Managing the Partner meeting process and ensuring all follow up actions are completed *Working closely with the Finance Manager to ensure the firm operates within means, secures value for money and maintains accurate financial records *Working closely with Partners to ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements : e.g. SRA, Law Society and ICO *Identifying and managing Business Risk issues including the Firm's Business Contingency/Disaster Recovery Plans and operations If you think your experience and skills match the role requirements outlined above and you would like to be considered for this role, please call Chris Jenkinson or Odette Fothergill on or send your current CV to
Oct 16, 2019
Contractor
Practice Manager : High-street firm Exeter : Full time A significant opportunity has arisen for a Practice Manager to join a long established, successful law firm based in a beautiful location in Exeter. In this role, the successful candidate will work closely alongside the Partners to coordinate, strategise and ensure the efficient and smooth running of the firm from day to day. You will also act as a key point of engagement for all staff and external stakeholders. Additional responsibilities as Practice Manager will include : *Acting as HR Manager for the firm *Taking responsibility for ensuring quality and compliance standards are met, especially in relation to the Lexcel Accreditation programme *Managing a team of 4 support staff *Liaising with third party service providers and ensuring secure management and development of the ICT network *Working with Partners and staff to ensure the firm meets obligations in relation to applicable Data Protection Legislation *Identify, commission, manage and evaluate firm wide training and development activities *Taking responsibility for facilities management: Health and Safety and Security *Managing all insurances with Partners and Brokers *Managing the Partner meeting process and ensuring all follow up actions are completed *Working closely with the Finance Manager to ensure the firm operates within means, secures value for money and maintains accurate financial records *Working closely with Partners to ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements : e.g. SRA, Law Society and ICO *Identifying and managing Business Risk issues including the Firm's Business Contingency/Disaster Recovery Plans and operations If you think your experience and skills match the role requirements outlined above and you would like to be considered for this role, please call Chris Jenkinson or Odette Fothergill on or send your current CV to
CONVEYANCING PARALEGAL - Legal 500 national firm - Manchester THE FIRM - Full service national firm - Plot sales team is the largest and most experienced in the North of England - Award winning real estate team THE ROLE - This well recognised plot sales team is looking to recruit an additional paralegal to join its team - You will assisting a busy and highly experienced team in handling a range of residential property matters to include freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, transfer of equity, plot sales and remortgage - The team act on behalf of major developers and house builders and have an excellent reputation in the sector THE REQUIREMENTS - You will have previous experience of working in a similar role within residential property - Ability to work under pressure, a good eye for detail, and strong team ethic THE BENEFITS - Competitive salary - Excellent benefits package For more information, please contact Nicola O'Hanlon at BCL Legal If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
CONVEYANCING PARALEGAL - Legal 500 national firm - Manchester THE FIRM - Full service national firm - Plot sales team is the largest and most experienced in the North of England - Award winning real estate team THE ROLE - This well recognised plot sales team is looking to recruit an additional paralegal to join its team - You will assisting a busy and highly experienced team in handling a range of residential property matters to include freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, transfer of equity, plot sales and remortgage - The team act on behalf of major developers and house builders and have an excellent reputation in the sector THE REQUIREMENTS - You will have previous experience of working in a similar role within residential property - Ability to work under pressure, a good eye for detail, and strong team ethic THE BENEFITS - Competitive salary - Excellent benefits package For more information, please contact Nicola O'Hanlon at BCL Legal If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Residential Conveyancer - Top 100 national firm - Manchester Top 100 commercial firm is looking to recruit an experienced conveyancer to join its highly regarded team in Manchester. The Firm - Innovative and highly accredited law firm - Largest firm of conveyancing solicitors accredited under the CQS - Manchester residential property team is headed by a recognised solicitor The Opportunity - Managing your own conveyancing caseload to include freehold and leasehold, sales and purchases including shared ownership and new build properties - Working as part of a team of highly experienced conveyancing specialists in a client focused environment The Requirement - You will be confident in handling your own conveyancing caseload - Strong client care ethic - Ability to work with minimal supervision in a busy and fast paced environment A competitive salary and benefits package is offered For more information regarding this conveyancing role, please contact Nicola O'Hanlon at BCL Legal If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Residential Conveyancer - Top 100 national firm - Manchester Top 100 commercial firm is looking to recruit an experienced conveyancer to join its highly regarded team in Manchester. The Firm - Innovative and highly accredited law firm - Largest firm of conveyancing solicitors accredited under the CQS - Manchester residential property team is headed by a recognised solicitor The Opportunity - Managing your own conveyancing caseload to include freehold and leasehold, sales and purchases including shared ownership and new build properties - Working as part of a team of highly experienced conveyancing specialists in a client focused environment The Requirement - You will be confident in handling your own conveyancing caseload - Strong client care ethic - Ability to work with minimal supervision in a busy and fast paced environment A competitive salary and benefits package is offered For more information regarding this conveyancing role, please contact Nicola O'Hanlon at BCL Legal If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Residential Conveyancer, regional firm, Cheshire THE FIRM · Regional law firm strong links to the local community · Work predominantly sourced from local clients, referrers and estate agents · Traditional firm with a modern approach offering a tailored and informative high quality legal service to its clients THE ROLE · The role will involve managing and developing an existing residential property client base · Handling your own conveyancing caseload with assistance · Acting as the key point of contact in respect of existing and new business REQUIREMENTS · Experience handling your own full conveyancing caseload to include knowledge of complex and technical legal matters with minimal supervision · Ability to mentor junior members of staff · The ability to communicate effectively and build strong business relationships, previous business development experience is desirable but not essential BENEFITS · Competitive salary · Free parking · Friendly and collaborative working environment · Flexible working requests will be considered If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Nicola O'Hanlon. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Residential Conveyancer, regional firm, Cheshire THE FIRM · Regional law firm strong links to the local community · Work predominantly sourced from local clients, referrers and estate agents · Traditional firm with a modern approach offering a tailored and informative high quality legal service to its clients THE ROLE · The role will involve managing and developing an existing residential property client base · Handling your own conveyancing caseload with assistance · Acting as the key point of contact in respect of existing and new business REQUIREMENTS · Experience handling your own full conveyancing caseload to include knowledge of complex and technical legal matters with minimal supervision · Ability to mentor junior members of staff · The ability to communicate effectively and build strong business relationships, previous business development experience is desirable but not essential BENEFITS · Competitive salary · Free parking · Friendly and collaborative working environment · Flexible working requests will be considered If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Nicola O'Hanlon. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Plot Sales Conveyancer A top tier international law firm is seeking an experienced plot sales conveyancer to join its high ranking real estate team in Manchester. The Firm - International firm at the heart of the Manchester. - Recognised leaders across the range of business services. - A well-recognised and popular firm that has a 250 year history. The Role - Plot Conveyancer - Handling plot conveyancing including help to buy and part exchange house purchases and re sales with assistance - Running files from start to finish working as part of a collaborative team - Client relationship management The Candidate - Previous experience of working in plot sales or conveyancing - Ability to provide clear communication and build effective relationships at all levels - Excellent attention to detail The Benefits - Competitive salary - 24 Days Holiday (increases by 1 on 3rd, 4th and 5th year of service) - Group Personal Pension - Contributions up to 5% - Private Medical Insurance & Life Assurance x4 - Comprehensive health checks every 2 years - Buy and sell holidays, season ticket loans and many more For more information, please contact Nicola O'Hanlon at BCL Legal. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Plot Sales Conveyancer A top tier international law firm is seeking an experienced plot sales conveyancer to join its high ranking real estate team in Manchester. The Firm - International firm at the heart of the Manchester. - Recognised leaders across the range of business services. - A well-recognised and popular firm that has a 250 year history. The Role - Plot Conveyancer - Handling plot conveyancing including help to buy and part exchange house purchases and re sales with assistance - Running files from start to finish working as part of a collaborative team - Client relationship management The Candidate - Previous experience of working in plot sales or conveyancing - Ability to provide clear communication and build effective relationships at all levels - Excellent attention to detail The Benefits - Competitive salary - 24 Days Holiday (increases by 1 on 3rd, 4th and 5th year of service) - Group Personal Pension - Contributions up to 5% - Private Medical Insurance & Life Assurance x4 - Comprehensive health checks every 2 years - Buy and sell holidays, season ticket loans and many more For more information, please contact Nicola O'Hanlon at BCL Legal. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
EL/PL/RTA Solicitor We have a new opportunity for an an EL/PL Solicitor to join a boutique Personal Injury team in the heart of Liverpool. The Role The successful candidate with be handling a caseload of litigated EL/PL/RTA fast and multi track matters from inception to completion. What you will need: You will have excellent organisation and communication skills. My client can offer a competitive salary alongside benefits to include; working from home. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
EL/PL/RTA Solicitor We have a new opportunity for an an EL/PL Solicitor to join a boutique Personal Injury team in the heart of Liverpool. The Role The successful candidate with be handling a caseload of litigated EL/PL/RTA fast and multi track matters from inception to completion. What you will need: You will have excellent organisation and communication skills. My client can offer a competitive salary alongside benefits to include; working from home. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Defendant EL/PL Solicitor Exciting opportunity to work for a national firm to work part of their casualty team to defend claims against the police on a 12 month fixed term contract in Guildford. The role: - Solicitor will be based on secondment to Guildford with the Surrey & Sussex Police. - Advise police offices from this force on a wide range of operational policing matters including lawfulness of disclosure requests received - Attend the Family Court to represent the Chief Constable in respect of disclosure requests from the Local Authority and behalf of the Police to assist with ongoing investigations The person: - This role would be suitable for defendant personal injury lawyers that have handled multi track EL/PL claims - Solicitor with at least two years PQE with experience in police litigation and handling matters for police forces and their authorities will be of particular interest - You will carry a caseload of police files under supervision which would include drafting pleadings, applications and statements - Strong advocacy experience, role would therefore also be suitable for a Barrister / Legal Executive with equivalent experience If you are interested in this role with a large National Firm but to be based with the Surrey and Sussex Police in Guildford, please contact Bhavisha Duggal for further details. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Defendant EL/PL Solicitor Exciting opportunity to work for a national firm to work part of their casualty team to defend claims against the police on a 12 month fixed term contract in Guildford. The role: - Solicitor will be based on secondment to Guildford with the Surrey & Sussex Police. - Advise police offices from this force on a wide range of operational policing matters including lawfulness of disclosure requests received - Attend the Family Court to represent the Chief Constable in respect of disclosure requests from the Local Authority and behalf of the Police to assist with ongoing investigations The person: - This role would be suitable for defendant personal injury lawyers that have handled multi track EL/PL claims - Solicitor with at least two years PQE with experience in police litigation and handling matters for police forces and their authorities will be of particular interest - You will carry a caseload of police files under supervision which would include drafting pleadings, applications and statements - Strong advocacy experience, role would therefore also be suitable for a Barrister / Legal Executive with equivalent experience If you are interested in this role with a large National Firm but to be based with the Surrey and Sussex Police in Guildford, please contact Bhavisha Duggal for further details. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
RESIDENTIAL CONVEYANCER - SPALDING Legal 500 full service firm seek ambitions Property Lawyer to join their expanding Conveyancing team THE FIRM Long established regional firm Voted one of the top 200 firms in the country Lexcel accredited Proud to offer exceptional customer service for their clients THE ROLE Ambitions CILEX, Licensed Conveyancer or Solicitor (2 years PQE) required to undertake development and new build work You must be keen to develop and maintain client relationships You will be happy to undertaken training and development of the team You should have sound experience of running a complex residential conveyancing caseload In return, you will be offered a market leading salary, great benefits and opportunities for progression within an award winning firm APPLY NOW Apply now for immediate consideration for this exceptional Residential Conveyancer role with a leading regional firm
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
RESIDENTIAL CONVEYANCER - SPALDING Legal 500 full service firm seek ambitions Property Lawyer to join their expanding Conveyancing team THE FIRM Long established regional firm Voted one of the top 200 firms in the country Lexcel accredited Proud to offer exceptional customer service for their clients THE ROLE Ambitions CILEX, Licensed Conveyancer or Solicitor (2 years PQE) required to undertake development and new build work You must be keen to develop and maintain client relationships You will be happy to undertaken training and development of the team You should have sound experience of running a complex residential conveyancing caseload In return, you will be offered a market leading salary, great benefits and opportunities for progression within an award winning firm APPLY NOW Apply now for immediate consideration for this exceptional Residential Conveyancer role with a leading regional firm
Defendant Complex Injury Solicitor If you are a personal injury solicitor / Legal Executive with complex / catastrophic injury experience, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well established highest ranked catastrophic injury team in London. The role: * Develop and manage your own RTA/EL/PL catastrophic claims between £250k and £1million * Assist partner and associates with their caseload of high profile and high value defendant EL/PL claims involving catastrophic injuries up to £30million * Will work on substantial dependency fatality claims and will include cases involving brain, spinal and amputation injuries * Work with a broad range of large commercial insurance clients The candidate: * NQ solicitor with catastrophic injury experience * Applications from NQs with a completed seat in large loss defendant personal injury will also be considered * Legal Executives with 1-5 years experience in handling high value defendant catastrophic injury claims are positively encouraged to apply * The team are equally keen to hear from 1+PQE experienced complex / catastrophic injury lawyers * You will need a solid academic record; ideally 2:1 and strong A-levels Benefits:- *Competitive market rate salary *Good benefits package *Opportunity to work in a strong market leading team, offering a friendly and supportive environment If you are interested in this Complex Injury role in London, please contact Bhavisha Duggal at BCL Legal. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Defendant Complex Injury Solicitor If you are a personal injury solicitor / Legal Executive with complex / catastrophic injury experience, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well established highest ranked catastrophic injury team in London. The role: * Develop and manage your own RTA/EL/PL catastrophic claims between £250k and £1million * Assist partner and associates with their caseload of high profile and high value defendant EL/PL claims involving catastrophic injuries up to £30million * Will work on substantial dependency fatality claims and will include cases involving brain, spinal and amputation injuries * Work with a broad range of large commercial insurance clients The candidate: * NQ solicitor with catastrophic injury experience * Applications from NQs with a completed seat in large loss defendant personal injury will also be considered * Legal Executives with 1-5 years experience in handling high value defendant catastrophic injury claims are positively encouraged to apply * The team are equally keen to hear from 1+PQE experienced complex / catastrophic injury lawyers * You will need a solid academic record; ideally 2:1 and strong A-levels Benefits:- *Competitive market rate salary *Good benefits package *Opportunity to work in a strong market leading team, offering a friendly and supportive environment If you are interested in this Complex Injury role in London, please contact Bhavisha Duggal at BCL Legal. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Industrial Disease Solicitor Leading claimant personal injury firm in Birmingham city centre are keen to recruit an experienced disease lawyer to join its Industrial Disease team. The team has over 30 years of experience representing victims of asbestos related diseases, operating as part of a highly successful specialist asbestos national team. The Role: - Manage a broad caseload of industrial disease claims including HAVs, WVF, RSI, NIHL, asbestos related claims - You'll lead the investigation and litigation on complex cases, working as part of a team to maximise client damages and optimise costs recovery - Assist senior solicitors on more complex and high value claims The Candidate: - Ideally be a qualified solicitor or Legal Executive with asbestos claims experience - Must have handled multi track litigated general disease cases - Assist senior solicitors on higher value / complex claims The Benefits: - Competitive basic salary - Comprehensive benefits package including pension, critical illness cover, health cash plan, death in service, discounted legal services, 25 days hols (this increases with length of service), discounted online shopping, discounted gym memberships and season ticket loans. If you are interested in this industrial disease solicitor position please contact Bhavisha Duggal at BCL Legal for further details. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Industrial Disease Solicitor Leading claimant personal injury firm in Birmingham city centre are keen to recruit an experienced disease lawyer to join its Industrial Disease team. The team has over 30 years of experience representing victims of asbestos related diseases, operating as part of a highly successful specialist asbestos national team. The Role: - Manage a broad caseload of industrial disease claims including HAVs, WVF, RSI, NIHL, asbestos related claims - You'll lead the investigation and litigation on complex cases, working as part of a team to maximise client damages and optimise costs recovery - Assist senior solicitors on more complex and high value claims The Candidate: - Ideally be a qualified solicitor or Legal Executive with asbestos claims experience - Must have handled multi track litigated general disease cases - Assist senior solicitors on higher value / complex claims The Benefits: - Competitive basic salary - Comprehensive benefits package including pension, critical illness cover, health cash plan, death in service, discounted legal services, 25 days hols (this increases with length of service), discounted online shopping, discounted gym memberships and season ticket loans. If you are interested in this industrial disease solicitor position please contact Bhavisha Duggal at BCL Legal for further details. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Clinical Negligence Solicitor - Bristol A top tier international NHSR panel firm in Bristol are seeking to recruit a junior clinical negligence solicitor to join their growing team. The firm have an excellent reputation and are known for their progressive and supportive environment culture. The Role: * Manage your own caseload of NHSR defendant clinical negligence claims covering a broad range of cases to include delay, misdiagnosis, oncology, birth injury, brain injury, fatalities etc. *Assist senior solicitors and partners on higher value and complex claims * Work with both the NHS and wider public and private health care providers and trusts Candidate Requirement: * Ideally you will be a qualified solicitor with minimum one years' clinical negligence experience * Applications from NQ solicitors that have completed a seat in clinical negligence seat and have strong litigation experience coupled with a solid academic record, are encouraged to apply * Solicitors with minimum two years claimant clinical negligence experience should also apply Benefits: * Highly competitive salary * Comprehensive benefits package * The firm can offer flexible/agile working If you are interested in this defendant clinical negligence solicitor role in Bristol, please contact Bhavisha Duggal at BCL Legal. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Clinical Negligence Solicitor - Bristol A top tier international NHSR panel firm in Bristol are seeking to recruit a junior clinical negligence solicitor to join their growing team. The firm have an excellent reputation and are known for their progressive and supportive environment culture. The Role: * Manage your own caseload of NHSR defendant clinical negligence claims covering a broad range of cases to include delay, misdiagnosis, oncology, birth injury, brain injury, fatalities etc. *Assist senior solicitors and partners on higher value and complex claims * Work with both the NHS and wider public and private health care providers and trusts Candidate Requirement: * Ideally you will be a qualified solicitor with minimum one years' clinical negligence experience * Applications from NQ solicitors that have completed a seat in clinical negligence seat and have strong litigation experience coupled with a solid academic record, are encouraged to apply * Solicitors with minimum two years claimant clinical negligence experience should also apply Benefits: * Highly competitive salary * Comprehensive benefits package * The firm can offer flexible/agile working If you are interested in this defendant clinical negligence solicitor role in Bristol, please contact Bhavisha Duggal at BCL Legal. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Team We are ranked tier 1 by both Chambers and Legal 500. "The team is what stands out; it is a really very impressive team atmosphere and the firm is the gold standard for real estate litigation (Chambers). Our team comprises two Partners and eight specialist property litigation lawyers. We have market-leading experience in all forms of property related disputes, including mediations, arbitrations, as well as contested litigation. Clients We act for property institutions, banks, occupiers, developers, investment companies and High Net Worth individuals. Our clients include Virgin, Waterstones, EDF, First Group, Affinity Water, National Trust and The Crown Estate as well as a number of global investment banks. Work With a varied work load, you can expect to become involved in all or any of the following: * All aspects of commercial landlord and tenant disputes * Development disputes * HNW dilapidations and trust disputes * Real property rights disputes * Secured lending recoveries * Insolvency related issues * Claimant property professional negligence claims * Land Registry disputes Useful links: Requirements We look for excellent academics, coupled with evidence of first-class training and recent Real Estate litigation experience. You should be a strong team player who is able to manage a complex and varied workload effectively. You should also demonstrate a willingness to learn and be self-motivated. We are committed to finding the right person for this role and are open to discussing flexible working patterns. Contact For further information please contact, in confidence, Victoria Lewton. Applications To apply, please visit our website. Burges Salmon is an Equal Opportunity employer. No agencies please.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Team We are ranked tier 1 by both Chambers and Legal 500. "The team is what stands out; it is a really very impressive team atmosphere and the firm is the gold standard for real estate litigation (Chambers). Our team comprises two Partners and eight specialist property litigation lawyers. We have market-leading experience in all forms of property related disputes, including mediations, arbitrations, as well as contested litigation. Clients We act for property institutions, banks, occupiers, developers, investment companies and High Net Worth individuals. Our clients include Virgin, Waterstones, EDF, First Group, Affinity Water, National Trust and The Crown Estate as well as a number of global investment banks. Work With a varied work load, you can expect to become involved in all or any of the following: * All aspects of commercial landlord and tenant disputes * Development disputes * HNW dilapidations and trust disputes * Real property rights disputes * Secured lending recoveries * Insolvency related issues * Claimant property professional negligence claims * Land Registry disputes Useful links: Requirements We look for excellent academics, coupled with evidence of first-class training and recent Real Estate litigation experience. You should be a strong team player who is able to manage a complex and varied workload effectively. You should also demonstrate a willingness to learn and be self-motivated. We are committed to finding the right person for this role and are open to discussing flexible working patterns. Contact For further information please contact, in confidence, Victoria Lewton. Applications To apply, please visit our website. Burges Salmon is an Equal Opportunity employer. No agencies please.
We're growing our Dispute Resolution team. We've already recruited a number of lawyers and are looking for more. Team Our lawyers are "pragmatic, sensible and intelligent" (Chambers). Our Dispute Resolution team is a major UK litigation practice which is "very commercially orientated" (Chambers). We are recognised for handling a broad range of disputes for significant national and international clients. Burges Salmon has been named RollOnFriday Law Firm of the year for three consecutive years. Work We have built a strong reputation for core litigation services and have developed significant disputes practices in a range of industry sectors and legal specialisms including Transport, Financial Services, Energy, Pensions, Fraud & White Collar Crime, Banking, IP, Heath & Safety, Food, Agriculture and Real Estate. Our junior lawyers get to work across a range of different practice areas before specialising and the nature of cases they handle range from team working on market leading, complex litigation to commercial cases for which they can assume prime responsibility. Our clients operate in both the private and public sectors, and include Airbus, BBC, Coca Cola HBC, Discovery Channel, Eurostar, Harrods, FirstGroup, Victoria's Secret, The Crown Estate, National Crime Agency, Nationwide Building Society and Royal Bank of Scotland. We carry out litigation in London, internationally and throughout the rest of the UK, so candidates will be expected to have the flexibility to work in different locations and before different tribunals. We are regularly involved in arbitrations and in industry-specific dispute resolution procedures, as well as acting in major regulatory and criminal investigations. Requirements You should have excellent academics, coupled with evidence of good quality training and experience gained at a firm with a reputation for high quality commercial disputes work. You should be a strong team player with excellent interpersonal, client and commercial skills. You will also need to be adaptable and able to deal with complex work. More information We're committed to finding the right person for this role and are open to discussing flexible working patterns. Contact For further information please contact, in confidence: Tel: Applications Please click on the link to upload your CV and covering letter. Burges Salmon is an Equal Opportunity employer. No agencies please.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
We're growing our Dispute Resolution team. We've already recruited a number of lawyers and are looking for more. Team Our lawyers are "pragmatic, sensible and intelligent" (Chambers). Our Dispute Resolution team is a major UK litigation practice which is "very commercially orientated" (Chambers). We are recognised for handling a broad range of disputes for significant national and international clients. Burges Salmon has been named RollOnFriday Law Firm of the year for three consecutive years. Work We have built a strong reputation for core litigation services and have developed significant disputes practices in a range of industry sectors and legal specialisms including Transport, Financial Services, Energy, Pensions, Fraud & White Collar Crime, Banking, IP, Heath & Safety, Food, Agriculture and Real Estate. Our junior lawyers get to work across a range of different practice areas before specialising and the nature of cases they handle range from team working on market leading, complex litigation to commercial cases for which they can assume prime responsibility. Our clients operate in both the private and public sectors, and include Airbus, BBC, Coca Cola HBC, Discovery Channel, Eurostar, Harrods, FirstGroup, Victoria's Secret, The Crown Estate, National Crime Agency, Nationwide Building Society and Royal Bank of Scotland. We carry out litigation in London, internationally and throughout the rest of the UK, so candidates will be expected to have the flexibility to work in different locations and before different tribunals. We are regularly involved in arbitrations and in industry-specific dispute resolution procedures, as well as acting in major regulatory and criminal investigations. Requirements You should have excellent academics, coupled with evidence of good quality training and experience gained at a firm with a reputation for high quality commercial disputes work. You should be a strong team player with excellent interpersonal, client and commercial skills. You will also need to be adaptable and able to deal with complex work. More information We're committed to finding the right person for this role and are open to discussing flexible working patterns. Contact For further information please contact, in confidence: Tel: Applications Please click on the link to upload your CV and covering letter. Burges Salmon is an Equal Opportunity employer. No agencies please.
New instruction for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a highly reputable Warrington based firm. Salary c£20,000 DOE. THE ROLE: You will sit in the busy Warrington office assisting with: - Audio typing - Opening files on proclaim/case management software - Creating CNF's - Providing administrative support to the fee earners - Ordering and maintaining stationery and equipment supplies - Photocopying, scanning and filing - Competent in the use of Microsoft word and excel - Incoming and outgoing post The firm are looking for a confident and outgoing individual to join their fast pace team. Previous experience of Proclaim case management system would be an advantage. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
New instruction for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a highly reputable Warrington based firm. Salary c£20,000 DOE. THE ROLE: You will sit in the busy Warrington office assisting with: - Audio typing - Opening files on proclaim/case management software - Creating CNF's - Providing administrative support to the fee earners - Ordering and maintaining stationery and equipment supplies - Photocopying, scanning and filing - Competent in the use of Microsoft word and excel - Incoming and outgoing post The firm are looking for a confident and outgoing individual to join their fast pace team. Previous experience of Proclaim case management system would be an advantage. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Residential Conveyancer - Home Working · Would you like the opportunity to step away from running a caseload? · Would you relish the ability to work on a part-time basis and from home? · Are you looking for an unrivalled work/life balance? THE FIRM · Do you want to work for a truly market leading specialist conveyancing firm, which offers a five star service on Trust Pilot, meaning lots of happy customers? · Do you want to be part of a firm which offers employees innovative technology to help with your caseload, meaning you don't have to compromise on a well balanced family life? THE ROLE · Do you want variety in the cases you deal with? · Do you want top quality remote administration support from a friendly and helpful support team? REQUIREMENTS · Are you an experienced residential conveyancing solicitor, licensed conveyancer, legal executive or paralegal that's confident to hit the ground running with a varied caseload and with minimal supervision? · Do you have three years' experience running your own caseload? If you have answered yes to all of the above then this is the perfect residential conveyancer role for you and if successful you will receive: · An excellent salary and benefits package. · Flexible home working and reduced hours · A friendly and supportive team. · Excellent career progression opportunities · Competitive bonus structure. · 25 days annual leave (pro-rata). If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Residential Conveyancer - Home Working · Would you like the opportunity to step away from running a caseload? · Would you relish the ability to work on a part-time basis and from home? · Are you looking for an unrivalled work/life balance? THE FIRM · Do you want to work for a truly market leading specialist conveyancing firm, which offers a five star service on Trust Pilot, meaning lots of happy customers? · Do you want to be part of a firm which offers employees innovative technology to help with your caseload, meaning you don't have to compromise on a well balanced family life? THE ROLE · Do you want variety in the cases you deal with? · Do you want top quality remote administration support from a friendly and helpful support team? REQUIREMENTS · Are you an experienced residential conveyancing solicitor, licensed conveyancer, legal executive or paralegal that's confident to hit the ground running with a varied caseload and with minimal supervision? · Do you have three years' experience running your own caseload? If you have answered yes to all of the above then this is the perfect residential conveyancer role for you and if successful you will receive: · An excellent salary and benefits package. · Flexible home working and reduced hours · A friendly and supportive team. · Excellent career progression opportunities · Competitive bonus structure. · 25 days annual leave (pro-rata). If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Residential Conveyancer Lincoln Are you looking for more variety with your residential conveyancing caseload? Do you want to join a forward thinking, innovative law firm? If so, I have an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, supportive, busy residential conveyancing team in the hear of Lincoln. The firm has won various awards for its residential conveyancing services and are praised and recognised for their continuous staff progression. If career progression is important to you then the firm will actively encourage through training and development and professional qualifications. You will join a highly regarded residential property team handling your own varied caseload from inception through to completion. This is a paperless environment with bespoke case management systems to ensure efficiency throughout the transaction. You will be supported by a team of experienced conveyancing assistants. REQUIREMENTS *Experience handling your own caseload *Strong communication and relationship building skills with a client centric approach *Strong team working skills where you will flourish within a collaborative environment BENEFITS *Competitive salary *Flexible working requests will be considered *Staff reward scheme *Generous benefit package *On-site parking
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Residential Conveyancer Lincoln Are you looking for more variety with your residential conveyancing caseload? Do you want to join a forward thinking, innovative law firm? If so, I have an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, supportive, busy residential conveyancing team in the hear of Lincoln. The firm has won various awards for its residential conveyancing services and are praised and recognised for their continuous staff progression. If career progression is important to you then the firm will actively encourage through training and development and professional qualifications. You will join a highly regarded residential property team handling your own varied caseload from inception through to completion. This is a paperless environment with bespoke case management systems to ensure efficiency throughout the transaction. You will be supported by a team of experienced conveyancing assistants. REQUIREMENTS *Experience handling your own caseload *Strong communication and relationship building skills with a client centric approach *Strong team working skills where you will flourish within a collaborative environment BENEFITS *Competitive salary *Flexible working requests will be considered *Staff reward scheme *Generous benefit package *On-site parking
Residential Conveyancer-Leeds The Firm: -Leading property specialist in Leeds city centre -Vibrant and approachable team where professional development is highly encouraged -Committed to providing a personal service to its clients The Role: -You will be a Residential Property Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, Legal Executive or a Residential Conveyancer running a caseload from inception through to completion -The caseload is manageable and varied which will include: * Sales and purchases * Freehold, leasehold, registered and unregistered property * Extensive client contact * Re-mortgages * Leasehold flats * Newbuilds * Transfers of Equity Requirements: -Previous experience in working as a residential conveyancer running a residential property caseload from inception through to post completion -Ability to work well within a team -Excellent communication skills Benefits: -Flexible working with the potential of working from home if so desired -Excellent support and training -Competitive salary -Reduced parking costs in the heart of Leeds If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Residential Conveyancer-Leeds The Firm: -Leading property specialist in Leeds city centre -Vibrant and approachable team where professional development is highly encouraged -Committed to providing a personal service to its clients The Role: -You will be a Residential Property Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, Legal Executive or a Residential Conveyancer running a caseload from inception through to completion -The caseload is manageable and varied which will include: * Sales and purchases * Freehold, leasehold, registered and unregistered property * Extensive client contact * Re-mortgages * Leasehold flats * Newbuilds * Transfers of Equity Requirements: -Previous experience in working as a residential conveyancer running a residential property caseload from inception through to post completion -Ability to work well within a team -Excellent communication skills Benefits: -Flexible working with the potential of working from home if so desired -Excellent support and training -Competitive salary -Reduced parking costs in the heart of Leeds If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Do you consider yourself as an ambitious, self-driven and focused individual? We are looking for Legal Assistants to join our expanding Road Traffic Accident Department. The ideal candidate will be a problem solver with excellent communication skills and impeccable attention to detail. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant and award winning law firm in Wilmslow, Cheshire. We are in search of applicants who display a 'can do' attitude, will be comfortable dealing with telephone queries from clients and external agencies and will excel when working as part of a team. There will be opportunity to progress for the right candidate as Bott and Co offer opportunities to train and qualify as a Legal Executive / Legal Secretary. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for: Dealing with both inbound and outbound telephone calls, providing clear advice and support to Clients, Insurers, Solicitors, Courts and more Providing general administrative and clerical support for Fee Earning staff Liaising with external agencies and suppliers Preparing and modifying documents including correspondence, E-mails, Counsel instructions Preparing Court documentation Experience Previous experience of the RTA Claims Process and working in a law firm is preferred but not essential. If you have worked in an inbound customer service role this would be beneficial. Training will be provided in accordance with business needs. Skills crucial to success in this role Excellent customer service / client care skills The ability to work under pressure and multitask Excellent prioritisation and time keeping skills A flexible attitude A team player A confident telephone manner The ability to tailor communications dependent upon the recipient Attention to detail and accuracy A professional demeanor Benefits 20 days holiday rising to 25 plus bank holidays Discounted gym membership Bott perks card Pension scheme Offsite car parking Cycle to work scheme Summer and Christmas parties Quarterly team outings Dress down
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Do you consider yourself as an ambitious, self-driven and focused individual? We are looking for Legal Assistants to join our expanding Road Traffic Accident Department. The ideal candidate will be a problem solver with excellent communication skills and impeccable attention to detail. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant and award winning law firm in Wilmslow, Cheshire. We are in search of applicants who display a 'can do' attitude, will be comfortable dealing with telephone queries from clients and external agencies and will excel when working as part of a team. There will be opportunity to progress for the right candidate as Bott and Co offer opportunities to train and qualify as a Legal Executive / Legal Secretary. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for: Dealing with both inbound and outbound telephone calls, providing clear advice and support to Clients, Insurers, Solicitors, Courts and more Providing general administrative and clerical support for Fee Earning staff Liaising with external agencies and suppliers Preparing and modifying documents including correspondence, E-mails, Counsel instructions Preparing Court documentation Experience Previous experience of the RTA Claims Process and working in a law firm is preferred but not essential. If you have worked in an inbound customer service role this would be beneficial. Training will be provided in accordance with business needs. Skills crucial to success in this role Excellent customer service / client care skills The ability to work under pressure and multitask Excellent prioritisation and time keeping skills A flexible attitude A team player A confident telephone manner The ability to tailor communications dependent upon the recipient Attention to detail and accuracy A professional demeanor Benefits 20 days holiday rising to 25 plus bank holidays Discounted gym membership Bott perks card Pension scheme Offsite car parking Cycle to work scheme Summer and Christmas parties Quarterly team outings Dress down
Commercial Property Solicitor - Swindon : Full time A significant opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to join a highly regarded and well established regional law firm based in their Swindon office. In this role, the ideal candidate will have 3+ years PQE gained within commercial property law at an established and reputable practice and excellent client facing skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied and complex caseload of commercial property transactions, including: * Conditional contracts, options, promotion agreements and development agreements * Developer land acquisitions and plot sales * Acquisition, sales and refinancing of freehold & leasehold commercial premises * Acting for banks in the financing of commercial premises * Advising and negotiation on commercial leases for both landlord and tenant The candidate will also be expected to provide advice to clients on the best legal action available to them while making continued contributions to business development. There are excellent long term prospects for the successful candidate as there is a very clear progression plan in place. The salary on offer is dependent on experience, upwards of £45k p.a. If you think your experience and skills match the requirements above and would like to be considered for this role, please call Chris Jenkinson on or send your current CV to .
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Commercial Property Solicitor - Swindon : Full time A significant opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to join a highly regarded and well established regional law firm based in their Swindon office. In this role, the ideal candidate will have 3+ years PQE gained within commercial property law at an established and reputable practice and excellent client facing skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied and complex caseload of commercial property transactions, including: * Conditional contracts, options, promotion agreements and development agreements * Developer land acquisitions and plot sales * Acquisition, sales and refinancing of freehold & leasehold commercial premises * Acting for banks in the financing of commercial premises * Advising and negotiation on commercial leases for both landlord and tenant The candidate will also be expected to provide advice to clients on the best legal action available to them while making continued contributions to business development. There are excellent long term prospects for the successful candidate as there is a very clear progression plan in place. The salary on offer is dependent on experience, upwards of £45k p.a. If you think your experience and skills match the requirements above and would like to be considered for this role, please call Chris Jenkinson on or send your current CV to .
Given the continued success of the RTA department and the increase in the volume of work, we are looking to recruit an experienced RTA Litigation Fee Earner. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic legal team that is proud to deliver first class legal services. This is a hugely customer facing role offering front line client contact, supported by our ground-breaking technology and case management software. Good communication skills are essential as is a 'can do' attitude. Suitable applicants will have a very strong service led ethos, a friendly manner; enjoy speaking with people and engaging with prospective and existing clients. Strong IT skills are a must. Experience of handling a volume of RTA litigation caseload is essential as is previous use of a case management system. You will be familiar with the changes implemented post 01.04.13 and be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of CPR. You will have knowledge of the MOJ portal and the pre-action protocol. The ideal candidate will have experience in running a predominantly fast track litigated caseload, with an element of complex injuries and cases involving allegations of LVI fraud and the MIB. This role will include the following: Assuming conduct of RTA portal drop out cases Risk assessing cases for litigation Investigation liability and assessing quantum of claim Thorough investigation and and risk assessment of new claims Drafting and issuing of legal proceedings Conduct of litigation to fast track trial Negotiation Costs All whilst delivering an excellent quality legal service. Bott and Co is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Given the continued success of the RTA department and the increase in the volume of work, we are looking to recruit an experienced RTA Litigation Fee Earner. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic legal team that is proud to deliver first class legal services. This is a hugely customer facing role offering front line client contact, supported by our ground-breaking technology and case management software. Good communication skills are essential as is a 'can do' attitude. Suitable applicants will have a very strong service led ethos, a friendly manner; enjoy speaking with people and engaging with prospective and existing clients. Strong IT skills are a must. Experience of handling a volume of RTA litigation caseload is essential as is previous use of a case management system. You will be familiar with the changes implemented post 01.04.13 and be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of CPR. You will have knowledge of the MOJ portal and the pre-action protocol. The ideal candidate will have experience in running a predominantly fast track litigated caseload, with an element of complex injuries and cases involving allegations of LVI fraud and the MIB. This role will include the following: Assuming conduct of RTA portal drop out cases Risk assessing cases for litigation Investigation liability and assessing quantum of claim Thorough investigation and and risk assessment of new claims Drafting and issuing of legal proceedings Conduct of litigation to fast track trial Negotiation Costs All whilst delivering an excellent quality legal service. Bott and Co is an equal opportunities employer.
Residential Conveyancer - home working A top conveyancing specialist firm in the UK that offers fantastic training and development opportunities is looking for a Conveyancer to join its team, based from home. This is a unique opportunity to work from home for one of the leaders in the residential conveyancing market. The firm have won a plethora of awards (over 40 in 13 years) for everything from training, to innovation and talent management. Offered on a full-time or part-time basis, this Conveyancer position comes with fantastic benefits, salary and the opportunity to work from the comfort of your own home. This opportunity is open to anyone in Cardiff and the surrounding area. Responsibilities of your new role Core duties of your new conveyancing role will include: * As an experienced residential conveyancer you will have the ability to independently manage your own caseload and ensure inspirational client service in a fast paced environment. * You will have the freedom to manage a healthy caseload of freehold and leasehold transactions including new build, unregistered and shared ownership properties. * Provide an exceptional service both to the client but also to introducers and associates. * Manage exchange of contracts and completion of transactions * Identify, monitor and deliver fully against personal targets using the management information provided to you. Candidate profile The firm looks to hire an experienced conveyancer who demonstrates: * Experience working within residential conveyancing, with experience managing a caseload, to include: freehold and leasehold transactions including new build, unregistered and shared ownership properties. * Excellent client care skills and willingness to attend client meetings when required * A natural self-starter with the ability to be flexible and empathetic to deliver client needs * Experience using a case management system is an advantage * The ability to organise and prioritise work in order to meet demanding deadlines. Benefits In exchange for hard work and conveyancing expertise, you will be offered: * A competitive salary, in line with your qualification and experience level * Competitive salary * Bonus scheme * Life Assurance * Group Income Protection * Private Medical Insurance * Childcare vouchers * Employee Assistance Programme * Green Travel Assistance Apply now If you are a Residential Conveyancer looking for your next role in Bristol and the surrounding area, we would like to speak with you. Apply now for immediate consideration.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Residential Conveyancer - home working A top conveyancing specialist firm in the UK that offers fantastic training and development opportunities is looking for a Conveyancer to join its team, based from home. This is a unique opportunity to work from home for one of the leaders in the residential conveyancing market. The firm have won a plethora of awards (over 40 in 13 years) for everything from training, to innovation and talent management. Offered on a full-time or part-time basis, this Conveyancer position comes with fantastic benefits, salary and the opportunity to work from the comfort of your own home. This opportunity is open to anyone in Cardiff and the surrounding area. Responsibilities of your new role Core duties of your new conveyancing role will include: * As an experienced residential conveyancer you will have the ability to independently manage your own caseload and ensure inspirational client service in a fast paced environment. * You will have the freedom to manage a healthy caseload of freehold and leasehold transactions including new build, unregistered and shared ownership properties. * Provide an exceptional service both to the client but also to introducers and associates. * Manage exchange of contracts and completion of transactions * Identify, monitor and deliver fully against personal targets using the management information provided to you. Candidate profile The firm looks to hire an experienced conveyancer who demonstrates: * Experience working within residential conveyancing, with experience managing a caseload, to include: freehold and leasehold transactions including new build, unregistered and shared ownership properties. * Excellent client care skills and willingness to attend client meetings when required * A natural self-starter with the ability to be flexible and empathetic to deliver client needs * Experience using a case management system is an advantage * The ability to organise and prioritise work in order to meet demanding deadlines. Benefits In exchange for hard work and conveyancing expertise, you will be offered: * A competitive salary, in line with your qualification and experience level * Competitive salary * Bonus scheme * Life Assurance * Group Income Protection * Private Medical Insurance * Childcare vouchers * Employee Assistance Programme * Green Travel Assistance Apply now If you are a Residential Conveyancer looking for your next role in Bristol and the surrounding area, we would like to speak with you. Apply now for immediate consideration.
Healthcare Regulatory & Inquests Solcitor / Barrister This is a fantastic opportunity for a Healthcare Regulatory & Inquests Solicitor or Barrister to work within a top 50 UK law firm based in Nottingham. The role: - You will be working within a team that provides high quality support to NHS and both public and clients on varied matters which include inquests, health & safety, court of protection. - You will be supporting and representing client on a broad range of healthcare issues, inquests and court of protection, Mental Health including MCA 2005 challenges, access and funding, judicial review The candidate: - A qualified solicitor or Barrister with inquest, court of protection, healthcare regulatory and mental health experience - Has experience in public law issues such as public and patient involvement and consultation, governance and constitutional issues, judicial review and human rights - Must have strong advocacy experience -The team will consider a NQ solicitor that have ideally done a seat in healthcare regulatory, prison law or public law regulatory with inquest experience - Strong academic record What's on offer? This firm offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package. If this healthcare regulatory & inquests role is of interest to you, please send your CV to Bhavisha Duggal at BCL Legal. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Healthcare Regulatory & Inquests Solcitor / Barrister This is a fantastic opportunity for a Healthcare Regulatory & Inquests Solicitor or Barrister to work within a top 50 UK law firm based in Nottingham. The role: - You will be working within a team that provides high quality support to NHS and both public and clients on varied matters which include inquests, health & safety, court of protection. - You will be supporting and representing client on a broad range of healthcare issues, inquests and court of protection, Mental Health including MCA 2005 challenges, access and funding, judicial review The candidate: - A qualified solicitor or Barrister with inquest, court of protection, healthcare regulatory and mental health experience - Has experience in public law issues such as public and patient involvement and consultation, governance and constitutional issues, judicial review and human rights - Must have strong advocacy experience -The team will consider a NQ solicitor that have ideally done a seat in healthcare regulatory, prison law or public law regulatory with inquest experience - Strong academic record What's on offer? This firm offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package. If this healthcare regulatory & inquests role is of interest to you, please send your CV to Bhavisha Duggal at BCL Legal. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Residential Conveyancer-Silsden The Firm: -Highly recognised full service law firm -Prides itself on offering a 1st class service to its clients -Friendly, highly supportive team where professional development is highly encouraged The Role: -Due to growth, the firm is recruiting a residential property solicitor, legal executive, licensed conveyancer or a conveyancer to work as part of its growing team -Handling a caseload of conveyancing transactions from inception through to completion, which will vary depending upon experience but will include: * Sales and purchases * Freehold, leasehold, registered and unregistered property * Extensive client contact * Remortgages * Leasehold flats * Newbuilds * Transfers of Equity Requirements: -It is essential that you have previously handled your own caseload from inception through to post completion -Team player The Benefits: -This is a great opportunity for a residential property solicitor, legal executive, licensed conveyancer or a conveyancer to join a friendly and close knit team that encourages professional development -Competitive remuneration package -Excellent career development BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Residential Conveyancer-Silsden The Firm: -Highly recognised full service law firm -Prides itself on offering a 1st class service to its clients -Friendly, highly supportive team where professional development is highly encouraged The Role: -Due to growth, the firm is recruiting a residential property solicitor, legal executive, licensed conveyancer or a conveyancer to work as part of its growing team -Handling a caseload of conveyancing transactions from inception through to completion, which will vary depending upon experience but will include: * Sales and purchases * Freehold, leasehold, registered and unregistered property * Extensive client contact * Remortgages * Leasehold flats * Newbuilds * Transfers of Equity Requirements: -It is essential that you have previously handled your own caseload from inception through to post completion -Team player The Benefits: -This is a great opportunity for a residential property solicitor, legal executive, licensed conveyancer or a conveyancer to join a friendly and close knit team that encourages professional development -Competitive remuneration package -Excellent career development BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
CORPORATE SOLICITOR - NEWCASTLE - 1-5 years PQE THE FIRM - Full service commercial law firm in the heart of Newcastle City Centre - Hosts of the largest Corporate team in the North East - Home to a number of Legal 500 listed Partners and listed individuals THE ROLE - An experienced Corporate Solicitor is required to join a Tier 1 listed firm in Newcastle - You will be joining an award winning team advising an impressive client base of regional and national businesses, including SME;s, owner managed businesses, and large corporates - You will be advising on all manner of corporate finance matters to include mergers and acquisitions, shareholder agreements, listed company transactions and IPOs, and Private Equity/venture capital transactions THE REQUIREMENTS - The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive equivalent with around 1-5 years PQE - You will have ideally worked and/or trained within a large commercial firm, either regional, national or international - You will have experience advising clients, and assisting wider team members on a range of Corporate deals and transactions - Excellent client management skills and communication skills are a must - Team skills are essential given the nature of the work you will be involved in THE BENEFITS - Competitive salary - Impressive benefits package - Agile and flexible working opportunities For more information on this Corporate Solicitor position in Newcastle, please contact Rozie Hunter at BCL Legal.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
CORPORATE SOLICITOR - NEWCASTLE - 1-5 years PQE THE FIRM - Full service commercial law firm in the heart of Newcastle City Centre - Hosts of the largest Corporate team in the North East - Home to a number of Legal 500 listed Partners and listed individuals THE ROLE - An experienced Corporate Solicitor is required to join a Tier 1 listed firm in Newcastle - You will be joining an award winning team advising an impressive client base of regional and national businesses, including SME;s, owner managed businesses, and large corporates - You will be advising on all manner of corporate finance matters to include mergers and acquisitions, shareholder agreements, listed company transactions and IPOs, and Private Equity/venture capital transactions THE REQUIREMENTS - The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive equivalent with around 1-5 years PQE - You will have ideally worked and/or trained within a large commercial firm, either regional, national or international - You will have experience advising clients, and assisting wider team members on a range of Corporate deals and transactions - Excellent client management skills and communication skills are a must - Team skills are essential given the nature of the work you will be involved in THE BENEFITS - Competitive salary - Impressive benefits package - Agile and flexible working opportunities For more information on this Corporate Solicitor position in Newcastle, please contact Rozie Hunter at BCL Legal.
COMMERCIAL LITIGATION SOLICITOR - NEWCASTLE THE FIRM - Long established law firm in the heart of Newcastle City Centre - An all round firm, with ambitious growth plans - Recently relaunched brand, offering a full range of commercial and personal legal services THE ROLE - The firm is looking to recruit a qualified Solicitor with experience in commercial litigation and commercial law. An interesting combination, but proving to be effective in cross selling and generating further work streams from the firms already impressive client base - You will have the opportunity to work on all manner of litigious matters to include contract disputes, professional negligence, shareholder disputes, property litigation, debt recovery and general dispute resolution - Commercial litigation is of primary importance, although you will also get involved in (and be supported in) handling commercial matters to include drafting a range of contracts such as the supply of goods, supply of services and bespoke contracts, shareholder agreements and partnership agreements; - You will be encouraged to work closely with the firms Head of Litigation, and CEO, to further develop and grow the department through marketing and digital promotion THE REQUIREMENTS - The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor between 0-3 years PQE - You will have a range of commercial litigation experience in one or more of the following areas: contract disputes, professional negligence, shareholder disputes, property litigation and debt recovery - Advocacy experience is advantageous - You will ideally have experience working on commercial matters, or have sound technical knowledge in some commercial areas, such as drafting a range of commercial agreements, such as supply of goods, supply of services, shareholder agreements and partnership agreements - Business development and marketing experience is also beneficial THE BENEFITS - Full time or part time candidates will be considered, and the ability to work from home has recently been implemented - A competitive salary and benefits package is in place To apply for this Commercial Litigation Solicitor position in Newcastle, please contact Rozie Hunter at BCL Legal If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
COMMERCIAL LITIGATION SOLICITOR - NEWCASTLE THE FIRM - Long established law firm in the heart of Newcastle City Centre - An all round firm, with ambitious growth plans - Recently relaunched brand, offering a full range of commercial and personal legal services THE ROLE - The firm is looking to recruit a qualified Solicitor with experience in commercial litigation and commercial law. An interesting combination, but proving to be effective in cross selling and generating further work streams from the firms already impressive client base - You will have the opportunity to work on all manner of litigious matters to include contract disputes, professional negligence, shareholder disputes, property litigation, debt recovery and general dispute resolution - Commercial litigation is of primary importance, although you will also get involved in (and be supported in) handling commercial matters to include drafting a range of contracts such as the supply of goods, supply of services and bespoke contracts, shareholder agreements and partnership agreements; - You will be encouraged to work closely with the firms Head of Litigation, and CEO, to further develop and grow the department through marketing and digital promotion THE REQUIREMENTS - The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor between 0-3 years PQE - You will have a range of commercial litigation experience in one or more of the following areas: contract disputes, professional negligence, shareholder disputes, property litigation and debt recovery - Advocacy experience is advantageous - You will ideally have experience working on commercial matters, or have sound technical knowledge in some commercial areas, such as drafting a range of commercial agreements, such as supply of goods, supply of services, shareholder agreements and partnership agreements - Business development and marketing experience is also beneficial THE BENEFITS - Full time or part time candidates will be considered, and the ability to work from home has recently been implemented - A competitive salary and benefits package is in place To apply for this Commercial Litigation Solicitor position in Newcastle, please contact Rozie Hunter at BCL Legal If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
RESIDENTIAL CONVEYANCER - ST IVES, CAMBRIDGESHIRE Highly regarded specialist conveyancing firm are seeking an experienced residential property solicitor, legal executive, licensed conveyancer or fee earner to join it's highly reputable residential conveyancing team in the heart of Cambridgeshire. The firm has a great culture as well as being progressive and offers a supportive working environment. They provide a first class conveyancing service which is quality driven and customer focused. As a market leader in the property sector and having experienced significant growth, they are now keen to recruit an experienced and ambitious conveyancer. The caseload will be broad and include all aspects of the conveyancing process from initial instruction through to post completion including: * Leasehold and freehold sale and purchase * Remortgages * Transfers of equity * New builds * Shared ownership Applications are sought from all conveyancers who have experience of running a full caseload from inception through to completion. On offer are a competitive salary and benefits package and a true opportunity to join a growing legal business offering an abundance of career progression opportunities. APPLY NOW Apply today to be immediately considered for this Residential Conveyancer role at a truly forward thinking and growing firm
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
RESIDENTIAL CONVEYANCER - ST IVES, CAMBRIDGESHIRE Highly regarded specialist conveyancing firm are seeking an experienced residential property solicitor, legal executive, licensed conveyancer or fee earner to join it's highly reputable residential conveyancing team in the heart of Cambridgeshire. The firm has a great culture as well as being progressive and offers a supportive working environment. They provide a first class conveyancing service which is quality driven and customer focused. As a market leader in the property sector and having experienced significant growth, they are now keen to recruit an experienced and ambitious conveyancer. The caseload will be broad and include all aspects of the conveyancing process from initial instruction through to post completion including: * Leasehold and freehold sale and purchase * Remortgages * Transfers of equity * New builds * Shared ownership Applications are sought from all conveyancers who have experience of running a full caseload from inception through to completion. On offer are a competitive salary and benefits package and a true opportunity to join a growing legal business offering an abundance of career progression opportunities. APPLY NOW Apply today to be immediately considered for this Residential Conveyancer role at a truly forward thinking and growing firm
An award winning law firm with offices across Yorkshire is seeking a paralegal to join its highly reputable commercial property team. With a long and successful track record of offering high quality advice to its clients, this regional firm has a significant presence in the legal market. Role description The appointed paralegal will join the firm's highly reputable and expanding commercial property team which handles a full range of matters including; · Purchase of industrial sites, retail units, offices and development land · Covenants and title matters · Funding and Stamp Duty Land Tax · Leasehold transactions, assignments and terminations As the commercial property paralegal, your key duties will include; · Carrying out searches · Issuing contract packs · Preparing files for completion · Post-exchange work · Liaising with both clients and other legal professionals. Candidate Requirements The firm is looking for a Paralegal with: · You will have a minimum of 6 months experience as a commercial property paralegal · Possess strong communication and time management skills · Have completed the LLB law degree · Be able to work as part of a team Along with working at a highly reputable law firm, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and excellent benefits Apply Now To be immediately considered for this commercial property paralegal, please get in contact with an up to date CV as soon as possible
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
An award winning law firm with offices across Yorkshire is seeking a paralegal to join its highly reputable commercial property team. With a long and successful track record of offering high quality advice to its clients, this regional firm has a significant presence in the legal market. Role description The appointed paralegal will join the firm's highly reputable and expanding commercial property team which handles a full range of matters including; · Purchase of industrial sites, retail units, offices and development land · Covenants and title matters · Funding and Stamp Duty Land Tax · Leasehold transactions, assignments and terminations As the commercial property paralegal, your key duties will include; · Carrying out searches · Issuing contract packs · Preparing files for completion · Post-exchange work · Liaising with both clients and other legal professionals. Candidate Requirements The firm is looking for a Paralegal with: · You will have a minimum of 6 months experience as a commercial property paralegal · Possess strong communication and time management skills · Have completed the LLB law degree · Be able to work as part of a team Along with working at a highly reputable law firm, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and excellent benefits Apply Now To be immediately considered for this commercial property paralegal, please get in contact with an up to date CV as soon as possible
Environmental This national firm has a high profile environmental team. They are looking to appoint an additional lawyer into their Manchester team, ideally at Senior Associate level or above. The team has significant expertise in environmental work, assisting clients on a range of environment issues including waste management, renewable energy matters and additional environmental investigations. In Manchester there is a strategic need to appoint an environmental specialist. There is top quality work available, including both UK and international environmental work. The ideal candidate will be at senior associate level or above - perhaps reaching a block at their current firm, or looking for a firm where they can excellent work and more autonomy. This is a firm with a strong client base and a friendly and collegiate culture. It is an excellent opportunity for an environment lawyer to move into a key role in the Manchester office. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Environmental This national firm has a high profile environmental team. They are looking to appoint an additional lawyer into their Manchester team, ideally at Senior Associate level or above. The team has significant expertise in environmental work, assisting clients on a range of environment issues including waste management, renewable energy matters and additional environmental investigations. In Manchester there is a strategic need to appoint an environmental specialist. There is top quality work available, including both UK and international environmental work. The ideal candidate will be at senior associate level or above - perhaps reaching a block at their current firm, or looking for a firm where they can excellent work and more autonomy. This is a firm with a strong client base and a friendly and collegiate culture. It is an excellent opportunity for an environment lawyer to move into a key role in the Manchester office. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
LawWorks (the Solicitors Pro Bono Group) is a charity which enables access to justice by encouraging and supporting legal pro bono in England and Wales. We work primarily with solicitors, law schools and law students, and other legal and non-legal volunteers and organisations. Executive Officer Pro Bono Connect - part-time 21 hours - £16,526 (equivalent to £27,543 f/t) plus 5% pension. LawWorks and Pro Bono Connect are delighted to be working together to recruit the first member of staff for the Pro Bono Connect scheme working under the auspices of LawWorks. Pro Bono Connect is a network of barristers and solicitors willing to work together on pro bono cases for individuals, charities and community groups who cannot afford to pay for legal advice/representation and for whom public or alternative means of funding are not reasonably available. There are currently 65 participating firms and chambers who are part of the scheme. This position provides an exciting opportunity to join a respected charity working to enable access to justice. Priorities for this role will be: • To identify opportunities for growth, supporting the scheme to expand into new geographic and legal areas, and growing its membership; • To support and grow awareness of the scheme and opportunities to volunteer through it; and • To oversee the administration of maintaining the scheme. The ideal candidate will be a confident networker who is able to identify opportunities and see them through to completion. It is essential that the candidate is personable, collaborative and an effective communicator. A background in the legal or advice sector is desirable (but not essential). For this part-time role there will be flexibility on the pattern of hours and days worked . Ideally the role will be based in London, but we will consider applications for homeworking and/or a location outside London. We are a busy and (for our size) complex charity, with a friendly team, a positive ethos and a commitment to doing all we can to ensure that LawWorks is a strong and efficient organisation and a great place to work. More information about the role and how to apply is available on the LawWorks website. The deadline for applications is 10.00am on Monday 11th November LawWorks is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications irrespective of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
LawWorks (the Solicitors Pro Bono Group) is a charity which enables access to justice by encouraging and supporting legal pro bono in England and Wales. We work primarily with solicitors, law schools and law students, and other legal and non-legal volunteers and organisations. Executive Officer Pro Bono Connect - part-time 21 hours - £16,526 (equivalent to £27,543 f/t) plus 5% pension. LawWorks and Pro Bono Connect are delighted to be working together to recruit the first member of staff for the Pro Bono Connect scheme working under the auspices of LawWorks. Pro Bono Connect is a network of barristers and solicitors willing to work together on pro bono cases for individuals, charities and community groups who cannot afford to pay for legal advice/representation and for whom public or alternative means of funding are not reasonably available. There are currently 65 participating firms and chambers who are part of the scheme. This position provides an exciting opportunity to join a respected charity working to enable access to justice. Priorities for this role will be: • To identify opportunities for growth, supporting the scheme to expand into new geographic and legal areas, and growing its membership; • To support and grow awareness of the scheme and opportunities to volunteer through it; and • To oversee the administration of maintaining the scheme. The ideal candidate will be a confident networker who is able to identify opportunities and see them through to completion. It is essential that the candidate is personable, collaborative and an effective communicator. A background in the legal or advice sector is desirable (but not essential). For this part-time role there will be flexibility on the pattern of hours and days worked . Ideally the role will be based in London, but we will consider applications for homeworking and/or a location outside London. We are a busy and (for our size) complex charity, with a friendly team, a positive ethos and a commitment to doing all we can to ensure that LawWorks is a strong and efficient organisation and a great place to work. More information about the role and how to apply is available on the LawWorks website. The deadline for applications is 10.00am on Monday 11th November LawWorks is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications irrespective of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age.
The purpose of the Probate Executive is to provide the team with assistance in managing all aspects of probate files and in administering estates through a newly developed bespoke probate case management system. Duties: Preparation of all probate documentation to be generated through a case management system Such documentation will include: Initial correspondence to clients Letters to beneficiaries and executors and any other third parties Managing responses from third parties Sending out correspondence to the probate registry Dealing with tax returns Account reconciliation Preparation of estate accounts Payments to residuary beneficiaries To ensure system is continually updated with client information to enable accurate probate documentation to generate through the system To set up new files and close completed files accurately and in accordance with the firm's file management procedures To attend to clients both on the telephone and in person, ensuring enquiries are either dealt with or passed to the team leader without unnecessary delay To undertake any other duties relating to probate work which from time to time may be allocated Knowledge & Experience: Know basic understanding of probate processes and procedures. Some experience working within a probate department and a basic understanding of probate processes and procedures is necessary for the role. Previous experience of using case management systems is essential Person Specification: Highly tuned organisational and time management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to empathise with clients Ability to handle confidential information with tact and sensitivity Meticulous attention to detail and accurate typing ability Positive and proactive approach to developing probate processes and procedures Excellent IT skills Good numerical skills required for understanding the probate system's account package and in order to understand client account reconciliation Volume and accuracy of work produced Pro-active approach to understanding probate processes and procedures Client satisfaction with level of service provided
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
The purpose of the Probate Executive is to provide the team with assistance in managing all aspects of probate files and in administering estates through a newly developed bespoke probate case management system. Duties: Preparation of all probate documentation to be generated through a case management system Such documentation will include: Initial correspondence to clients Letters to beneficiaries and executors and any other third parties Managing responses from third parties Sending out correspondence to the probate registry Dealing with tax returns Account reconciliation Preparation of estate accounts Payments to residuary beneficiaries To ensure system is continually updated with client information to enable accurate probate documentation to generate through the system To set up new files and close completed files accurately and in accordance with the firm's file management procedures To attend to clients both on the telephone and in person, ensuring enquiries are either dealt with or passed to the team leader without unnecessary delay To undertake any other duties relating to probate work which from time to time may be allocated Knowledge & Experience: Know basic understanding of probate processes and procedures. Some experience working within a probate department and a basic understanding of probate processes and procedures is necessary for the role. Previous experience of using case management systems is essential Person Specification: Highly tuned organisational and time management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to empathise with clients Ability to handle confidential information with tact and sensitivity Meticulous attention to detail and accurate typing ability Positive and proactive approach to developing probate processes and procedures Excellent IT skills Good numerical skills required for understanding the probate system's account package and in order to understand client account reconciliation Volume and accuracy of work produced Pro-active approach to understanding probate processes and procedures Client satisfaction with level of service provided
An outstanding senior level opportunity has become available in Leeds for a professional negligence partner to join a well-established national Insurance Disputes Team that has received recognition as a team to watch in the insurance market. This department has an impressive track record in successfully defending complex professional negligence claims acting for insurers and their policyholders which include defending lawyers, architects, accountants, financial advisors, surveyors, insurance brokers and more. The team also undertake D&O/FI and coverage work. Following recent growth across other UK offices, this top 100 firm is keen to capitalise on this success, resulting in a senior level opportunity to lead the development of the practice in Leeds, working alongside the London team. The Leeds office has always been important to this firm's growth strategy and this is a great opportunity for an ambitious partner/senior lawyer to come in and develop the insurance practice in Leeds, working alongside a fantastic group of insurance partners across the UK. The firm is looking for a partner with a credible track record in the insurance sector, who is capable of delivering growth and increasing revenue for the Insurance Team and the wider insurance sector. This is a rare and exciting role for an experienced professional negligence partner, one that will be challenging but equally rewarding. If you are up for the challenge then you will have the chance to develop your practice and career with a firm that is prepared to invest and support you through their partnership framework. Please apply directly via the link for this professional negligence partner role in Leeds below. For further information please contact Rachael Atherton ASAP. .
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
An outstanding senior level opportunity has become available in Leeds for a professional negligence partner to join a well-established national Insurance Disputes Team that has received recognition as a team to watch in the insurance market. This department has an impressive track record in successfully defending complex professional negligence claims acting for insurers and their policyholders which include defending lawyers, architects, accountants, financial advisors, surveyors, insurance brokers and more. The team also undertake D&O/FI and coverage work. Following recent growth across other UK offices, this top 100 firm is keen to capitalise on this success, resulting in a senior level opportunity to lead the development of the practice in Leeds, working alongside the London team. The Leeds office has always been important to this firm's growth strategy and this is a great opportunity for an ambitious partner/senior lawyer to come in and develop the insurance practice in Leeds, working alongside a fantastic group of insurance partners across the UK. The firm is looking for a partner with a credible track record in the insurance sector, who is capable of delivering growth and increasing revenue for the Insurance Team and the wider insurance sector. This is a rare and exciting role for an experienced professional negligence partner, one that will be challenging but equally rewarding. If you are up for the challenge then you will have the chance to develop your practice and career with a firm that is prepared to invest and support you through their partnership framework. Please apply directly via the link for this professional negligence partner role in Leeds below. For further information please contact Rachael Atherton ASAP. .
Legal Cashier (min 2 years' experience) and an excellent team player sought to join the small, busy and friendly cashiers team of our local firm on a full-time basis working with the team towards the effective and timely processing of all finance transactions, the core duties of which are as follows: Postings to Office and Client Account Client billing Accounts Payable Bank reconciliations on a daily basis CHAPS and BACS payment processing Associated admin Good working knowledge of SARs essential and advanced/intermediate Excel preferred. The willingness and ability to assist with clearing residual balances and credit control duties advantageous.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Legal Cashier (min 2 years' experience) and an excellent team player sought to join the small, busy and friendly cashiers team of our local firm on a full-time basis working with the team towards the effective and timely processing of all finance transactions, the core duties of which are as follows: Postings to Office and Client Account Client billing Accounts Payable Bank reconciliations on a daily basis CHAPS and BACS payment processing Associated admin Good working knowledge of SARs essential and advanced/intermediate Excel preferred. The willingness and ability to assist with clearing residual balances and credit control duties advantageous.
Position: Legal Secretary / Typist (Personal Injury Environment) Salary:£19,000 - £20,500 (DOE) Location:Glasgow Legal Secretary / Typist Role, specialising in Personal Injury, Glasgow City Centre, salary up to £20,500 (DOE) Does the idea of working in a busy, fast paced team appeal to you?Are you keen with one of the leading firms in this specialist area?..... click apply for full job details
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Position: Legal Secretary / Typist (Personal Injury Environment) Salary:£19,000 - £20,500 (DOE) Location:Glasgow Legal Secretary / Typist Role, specialising in Personal Injury, Glasgow City Centre, salary up to £20,500 (DOE) Does the idea of working in a busy, fast paced team appeal to you?Are you keen with one of the leading firms in this specialist area?..... click apply for full job details
Start to get under the surface of what it's like to be a trainee lawyer, with our paid vacation schemes. We offer three different schemes, two in London and one in Bristol, and each is tailored to students at different stages. You'll learn more about our firm, so you can work out how you fit into our world, and how we fit into yours. These schemes are the most popular route to a training contract with us - many vacation schemers return as trainees. During our London summer vacation schemes, this two-week experience will give you a deeper understanding of our world, and you'll leave feeling part of our team. With a trainee buddy and a supervising partner or associate on hand, you'll be a part of working life at the firm. You'll attend social events, do vital research and drafting work, and even meet with clients. It's a packed schedule, including experience across two different departments, but by the end, you'll have a strong sense of whether we're right for you - and you for us. Pay for each week is £375, and the schemes takes place from 22 June - 3 July and 6 July - 17 July 2020. Open to penultimate-year and final-year students and graduates of all degree disciplines.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Start to get under the surface of what it's like to be a trainee lawyer, with our paid vacation schemes. We offer three different schemes, two in London and one in Bristol, and each is tailored to students at different stages. You'll learn more about our firm, so you can work out how you fit into our world, and how we fit into yours. These schemes are the most popular route to a training contract with us - many vacation schemers return as trainees. During our London summer vacation schemes, this two-week experience will give you a deeper understanding of our world, and you'll leave feeling part of our team. With a trainee buddy and a supervising partner or associate on hand, you'll be a part of working life at the firm. You'll attend social events, do vital research and drafting work, and even meet with clients. It's a packed schedule, including experience across two different departments, but by the end, you'll have a strong sense of whether we're right for you - and you for us. Pay for each week is £375, and the schemes takes place from 22 June - 3 July and 6 July - 17 July 2020. Open to penultimate-year and final-year students and graduates of all degree disciplines.
LawWorks (the Solicitors Pro Bono Group) is a charity which enables access to justice by encouraging and supporting legal pro bono in England and Wales. We work primarily with solicitors, law schools and law students, and other legal and non-legal volunteers and organisations. Regional Support and Development Officer - East of England Salary: £14,390 (£23,983 full time) Hours: 21 hours (+ flexible working) We support a growing network of over 260 local independent pro bono advice clinics across England and Wales. We work with lawyers, advice agencies, charities and others to establish or develop new clinics, and provide ongoing information and support, for clinic volunteers and coordinators. This role will focus on building on the support we have been providing in the East of England, identifying opportunities to develop new pro bono clinics to meet unmet legal needs, and to engage with stakeholders to share learning on the pro bono work being delivered. The ideal candidate will be a confident networker who is able to identify opportunities and see them through to completion. All of LawWorks' work is delivered through partnerships so it is essential that the candidate is personable, collaborative and an effective communicator. Ideally the position will be home-based in the East of England (or potentially located with a host agency). Flexible working arrangements are available. The role offers variety, autonomy, the opportunity to develop or support new initiatives from idea to launch, and a chance to support your local community. LawWorks is a relatively small organisation with 18 staff, including staff based in Wales and in the English regions. We are a busy and (for our size) complex charity, with a friendly team, a positive ethos, and a commitment to ensuring that LawWorks is a strong and efficient organisation and a great place to work. In addition to encouraging and supporting pro bono delivery, we also work to address barriers to justice and to provide a 'policy voice' for pro bono. More information about the role and how to apply is available on the LawWorks website. The deadline for applications is 10.00am on Tuesday 12th November. LawWorks is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications irrespective of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
LawWorks (the Solicitors Pro Bono Group) is a charity which enables access to justice by encouraging and supporting legal pro bono in England and Wales. We work primarily with solicitors, law schools and law students, and other legal and non-legal volunteers and organisations. Regional Support and Development Officer - East of England Salary: £14,390 (£23,983 full time) Hours: 21 hours (+ flexible working) We support a growing network of over 260 local independent pro bono advice clinics across England and Wales. We work with lawyers, advice agencies, charities and others to establish or develop new clinics, and provide ongoing information and support, for clinic volunteers and coordinators. This role will focus on building on the support we have been providing in the East of England, identifying opportunities to develop new pro bono clinics to meet unmet legal needs, and to engage with stakeholders to share learning on the pro bono work being delivered. The ideal candidate will be a confident networker who is able to identify opportunities and see them through to completion. All of LawWorks' work is delivered through partnerships so it is essential that the candidate is personable, collaborative and an effective communicator. Ideally the position will be home-based in the East of England (or potentially located with a host agency). Flexible working arrangements are available. The role offers variety, autonomy, the opportunity to develop or support new initiatives from idea to launch, and a chance to support your local community. LawWorks is a relatively small organisation with 18 staff, including staff based in Wales and in the English regions. We are a busy and (for our size) complex charity, with a friendly team, a positive ethos, and a commitment to ensuring that LawWorks is a strong and efficient organisation and a great place to work. In addition to encouraging and supporting pro bono delivery, we also work to address barriers to justice and to provide a 'policy voice' for pro bono. More information about the role and how to apply is available on the LawWorks website. The deadline for applications is 10.00am on Tuesday 12th November. LawWorks is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications irrespective of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age.
Planning Partner This national firm has a strategic need for planning partner. If you have a track record in planning work and are looking to join a firm in an exciting period of growth, this is a unique opportunity to take a lead role in planning in the Manchester. This national firm has grown in Manchester in recent years, hiring an excellent group of partners across commercial disciplines. Real estate is performing well, and the next key hire for the team is a planning specialist at partner level. Across a network of offices the real estate team advises on all aspects of real estate, including property litigation, construction and planning - but in Manchester there is a gap on the planning side. The client base across the national team is extensive and there is a huge opportunity for a planning partner to move into the Manchester office and be provided with internal referrals and a direct lead into established clients. The Manchester office has an excellent culture, developed on trust and collaborative working. You will join a group of partners with excellent clients and profiles in their respective markets, coupled with entrepreneurial spirit and good humour. You will have an opportunity not only to lead planning in Manchester, but play a key role in the Manchester office and help grow and shape the office in years to come. As this is a partner role, contacts and a track record of work winning is desirable, but there is a very sensible expectation in terms of following - a proactive attitude and eagerness to grow is more important. If you are a planning partner looking for an ambitious firm where you can take on a head of department role, this is a unique opportunity. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Planning Partner This national firm has a strategic need for planning partner. If you have a track record in planning work and are looking to join a firm in an exciting period of growth, this is a unique opportunity to take a lead role in planning in the Manchester. This national firm has grown in Manchester in recent years, hiring an excellent group of partners across commercial disciplines. Real estate is performing well, and the next key hire for the team is a planning specialist at partner level. Across a network of offices the real estate team advises on all aspects of real estate, including property litigation, construction and planning - but in Manchester there is a gap on the planning side. The client base across the national team is extensive and there is a huge opportunity for a planning partner to move into the Manchester office and be provided with internal referrals and a direct lead into established clients. The Manchester office has an excellent culture, developed on trust and collaborative working. You will join a group of partners with excellent clients and profiles in their respective markets, coupled with entrepreneurial spirit and good humour. You will have an opportunity not only to lead planning in Manchester, but play a key role in the Manchester office and help grow and shape the office in years to come. As this is a partner role, contacts and a track record of work winning is desirable, but there is a very sensible expectation in terms of following - a proactive attitude and eagerness to grow is more important. If you are a planning partner looking for an ambitious firm where you can take on a head of department role, this is a unique opportunity. If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. For a full list of jobs you can also visit the BCL job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
FourthLine are working with a fast-growing business in the North West of England. The client is looking to bring in a CASS consultant to help deliver a CASS improvement project. The contract will cover all major areas of their CASS touchpoints, including their main CASS framework, policies, procedures and CMAR and RP. This role will be ideal for a consultant with a broad knowledge of all CASS areas and significant exposure to the CASS 7 rules for Investment firms. If you are immediately or soon to be available with the relevant CASS background, please get in contact
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
FourthLine are working with a fast-growing business in the North West of England. The client is looking to bring in a CASS consultant to help deliver a CASS improvement project. The contract will cover all major areas of their CASS touchpoints, including their main CASS framework, policies, procedures and CMAR and RP. This role will be ideal for a consultant with a broad knowledge of all CASS areas and significant exposure to the CASS 7 rules for Investment firms. If you are immediately or soon to be available with the relevant CASS background, please get in contact
A long-established and well respected Legal 200 law firm in Guildford is keen to hire an experienced commercial property legal secretary to join its regarded Commercial Real Estate Department. The successful candidate must have a minimum of 2 years' experience as a legal secretary providing secretarial support to the head of department and team of solicitors. Experience you must have is audio typing, word processing, ability to use a case management system, enhanced level of IT skills, good organisation skills and positive can-do attitude. You will in return receive a competitive salary, good benefits within a firm that support and can offer a friendly working culture. If you are a commercial property legal secretary who is looking for your next opportunity in Guildford, please apply today to be considered.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
A long-established and well respected Legal 200 law firm in Guildford is keen to hire an experienced commercial property legal secretary to join its regarded Commercial Real Estate Department. The successful candidate must have a minimum of 2 years' experience as a legal secretary providing secretarial support to the head of department and team of solicitors. Experience you must have is audio typing, word processing, ability to use a case management system, enhanced level of IT skills, good organisation skills and positive can-do attitude. You will in return receive a competitive salary, good benefits within a firm that support and can offer a friendly working culture. If you are a commercial property legal secretary who is looking for your next opportunity in Guildford, please apply today to be considered.
Description Job Description Job Title: Team Administrator Group: Finance & Projects Location: Manchester Hours of work: 9am - 5pm, up to 35 hours per week, with flexibility to meet the demands of the job Purpose of the role: Provide proactive and professional support within their allocated area Services to be delivered to the business in a manner which is consistent with the increasingly competitive environment in which the Firm operates This role is intended to embrace a team-working approach, collaborating with lawyers and other members of business operations to fulfil the needs of the business. A Team Administrator will, collectively, work with every member of the team to ensure that overall needs are met Support may be required to be provided to staff from more than one business unit and numbers and content of the group may change from time to time to reflect the current structure of the Firm Key Responsibilities: include but are not limited to the following: Administration Taking complete responsibility for: Maintaining the filing system (both paper and e-mail based). Ensuring that all files are kept up to date at all times. Setting-up and maintaining new filing systems. Printing-off matter related e-mails on request and ensuring paper copies are held on the appropriate file. Archiving and retrieving files and deeds from storage as required Assisting other members of the Practice Group with overflow work Taking and relaying messages (ensuring that lawyers and clients receive those messages promptly, particularly if they are out of the office) Updating lawyers' client contact databases Preparing and submitting lawyers' expenses, including chasing lawyers for receipts and mileage information following meetings and business trips and following up on authorisations Taking the initiative for liaison with IT support, facilities and other internal teams to ensure the office is kept safe and in good repair at all times Any copying, faxing, printing or scanning required by lawyers, including preparation of large files, bibles or bundles of documents (hard copy and electronic), including pagination and indexing Producing contact sheets or parties lists for each file, keeping these up to date and updating the relevant lawyer's Outlook address book Completing any necessary forms for Cashiers in relation to currency requests, cheque requests, transfer requests and receipts, ensuring that the necessary prodecures are followed Arranging for any disbursements to be added to the billing system, ensuring that the necessary procedures are followed Providing assistance to Legal PAs: In conjunction with Business Development preparing and sending out brochures to prospective clients and management of the interface with the Marketing Group including provision of contacts for seminars Arranging travel and accommodation for local, national and international travel (and ensuring that those arrangements comprise the most cost effective solution to meet the legal or client team's travel requirements) All aspects of lawyer's billing requirements (i.e. generate, amend and finalise bills, liaising with lawyers in relation to any specific requirements about their billing including the timing thereof). Dealing with routine queries concerning information on contract rates, time and disbursements Arranging meetings/appointments and lunches both internally and externally as needed. Liaising with reception to ensure all room bookings and hospitality requirements are in place Collating and preparing information for meetings, both internal and external. Producing and circulating agendas and itineraries, as appropriate Client Service Answering incoming telephone calls in a professional manner Dealing with enquiries from internal and external callers Awareness at all times that you are the "face of the firm", i.e. the first port of call for potential new instructions Building a good knowledge of lawyers' clients and developing a rapport with members of the client team (forging and maintaining relationships with members of the client team) Document Management Liaising with Exigent and Document Production as necessary to ensure work is booked in and returned to meet deadlines Sending and collating faxes (incoming and outgoing). Liaising with relevant Business Operations to ensure that larger faxes are sent by deadlines set by lawyers Person Specification: Qualifications & Experience Administration experience in a busy environment is desirable Previous work in a law firm advantageous Good level of numeracy Good English language and grammar skills Professional/Technical Skills Excellent organisational, communication and administrative skills Meticulous eye for detail and accuracy Good IT skills - knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required Skills/Abilities/Aptitudes Excellent interpersonal skills Maintains confidentiality at all times Excellent project and time management skills Exhibits approach and behaviours consistent with firm values of 'approachable', 'bold' and 'connected' Willingness and enthusiasm to work with and support the group
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
Description Job Description Job Title: Team Administrator Group: Finance & Projects Location: Manchester Hours of work: 9am - 5pm, up to 35 hours per week, with flexibility to meet the demands of the job Purpose of the role: Provide proactive and professional support within their allocated area Services to be delivered to the business in a manner which is consistent with the increasingly competitive environment in which the Firm operates This role is intended to embrace a team-working approach, collaborating with lawyers and other members of business operations to fulfil the needs of the business. A Team Administrator will, collectively, work with every member of the team to ensure that overall needs are met Support may be required to be provided to staff from more than one business unit and numbers and content of the group may change from time to time to reflect the current structure of the Firm Key Responsibilities: include but are not limited to the following: Administration Taking complete responsibility for: Maintaining the filing system (both paper and e-mail based). Ensuring that all files are kept up to date at all times. Setting-up and maintaining new filing systems. Printing-off matter related e-mails on request and ensuring paper copies are held on the appropriate file. Archiving and retrieving files and deeds from storage as required Assisting other members of the Practice Group with overflow work Taking and relaying messages (ensuring that lawyers and clients receive those messages promptly, particularly if they are out of the office) Updating lawyers' client contact databases Preparing and submitting lawyers' expenses, including chasing lawyers for receipts and mileage information following meetings and business trips and following up on authorisations Taking the initiative for liaison with IT support, facilities and other internal teams to ensure the office is kept safe and in good repair at all times Any copying, faxing, printing or scanning required by lawyers, including preparation of large files, bibles or bundles of documents (hard copy and electronic), including pagination and indexing Producing contact sheets or parties lists for each file, keeping these up to date and updating the relevant lawyer's Outlook address book Completing any necessary forms for Cashiers in relation to currency requests, cheque requests, transfer requests and receipts, ensuring that the necessary prodecures are followed Arranging for any disbursements to be added to the billing system, ensuring that the necessary procedures are followed Providing assistance to Legal PAs: In conjunction with Business Development preparing and sending out brochures to prospective clients and management of the interface with the Marketing Group including provision of contacts for seminars Arranging travel and accommodation for local, national and international travel (and ensuring that those arrangements comprise the most cost effective solution to meet the legal or client team's travel requirements) All aspects of lawyer's billing requirements (i.e. generate, amend and finalise bills, liaising with lawyers in relation to any specific requirements about their billing including the timing thereof). Dealing with routine queries concerning information on contract rates, time and disbursements Arranging meetings/appointments and lunches both internally and externally as needed. Liaising with reception to ensure all room bookings and hospitality requirements are in place Collating and preparing information for meetings, both internal and external. Producing and circulating agendas and itineraries, as appropriate Client Service Answering incoming telephone calls in a professional manner Dealing with enquiries from internal and external callers Awareness at all times that you are the "face of the firm", i.e. the first port of call for potential new instructions Building a good knowledge of lawyers' clients and developing a rapport with members of the client team (forging and maintaining relationships with members of the client team) Document Management Liaising with Exigent and Document Production as necessary to ensure work is booked in and returned to meet deadlines Sending and collating faxes (incoming and outgoing). Liaising with relevant Business Operations to ensure that larger faxes are sent by deadlines set by lawyers Person Specification: Qualifications & Experience Administration experience in a busy environment is desirable Previous work in a law firm advantageous Good level of numeracy Good English language and grammar skills Professional/Technical Skills Excellent organisational, communication and administrative skills Meticulous eye for detail and accuracy Good IT skills - knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required Skills/Abilities/Aptitudes Excellent interpersonal skills Maintains confidentiality at all times Excellent project and time management skills Exhibits approach and behaviours consistent with firm values of 'approachable', 'bold' and 'connected' Willingness and enthusiasm to work with and support the group
Are you an experienced Migration Finance Manager looking to join us on a 12-18-month contract based in Glasgow? If so, read on. Base Location: Glasgow Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on skills and experience + annual bonus Working Pattern: Fixed Term Full Time Flexible working patterns available 37 hours per week About the Department Our SSE Finance function has a key part to play in fulfilling SSE's..... click apply for full job details
Oct 16, 2019
Seasonal
Are you an experienced Migration Finance Manager looking to join us on a 12-18-month contract based in Glasgow? If so, read on. Base Location: Glasgow Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on skills and experience + annual bonus Working Pattern: Fixed Term Full Time Flexible working patterns available 37 hours per week About the Department Our SSE Finance function has a key part to play in fulfilling SSE's..... click apply for full job details
THE OPPORTUNITY DLA Piper has a unique approach to our legal secretarial function - 'the hub' (a model encouraging true teamwork). This approach allows us to stretch and develop your skills ensuring you are given interesting work at an appropriate level whilst making sure you are not over-burdened. You still have contact with clients and partners but you will collaborate and work with a wider range of people in the department than in a traditional secretarial model. The feedback on 'the hub' from our existing team has been really positive - we see it as the natural evolution of secretarial services. We have 4 levels of role in the team: Team Coordinator - monitors incoming work and team capacity and distributes jobs and projects to members of the team, whilst also operating as a senior level secretary. They are also responsible for communicating with fee earners to keep them appraised of a task or projects status Senior Secretary - takes ownership for the efficient running of the team by role-modeling as an effective and responsible team member and act as workflow supervisor where required Secretary - provides general secretarial and administration services as part of the secretarial team Team Administrator - a junior role for those still developing their skills, undertakes routine secretarial tasks at the direction of the Team Coordinator. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Working collaboratively with the rest of the team, to deliver and provide a comprehensive secretarial/admin support service by: Taking ownership and responsibility to ensure the work is undertaken in the most appropriate way to maximise efficiency Actively engaging with the workflow through the team inbox, directing work through it and Taking appropriate work from it in priority order Coordinating internal and external client meetings and ensure all work activities are scheduled effectively, including the identification and resolution of potential challenges and clashes Organising meetings, ensuring rooms and conference facilities, video conference facilities are booked, liaising with attendees if necessary both internal and external and making sure that any required catering and technical equipment is in place Manage expectations in terms of deadlines and outcome of tasks assigned Responding and dealing with external or internal telephone calls and queries in a professional manner and taking clear and concise messages for other members of the practice group as required Organising travel arrangements through the travel desk, booking and confirmation of reservations, flights, hotels, car transfers, ordering currency and expense claims and producing detailed itineraries. Preparation of key documents including visas, correspondence (including invitation letters), travel invoices, expense claims and maintenance/filing of copies Understanding DLA Piper document management processes. Amending and re-formatting documents when appropriate to do so, ensuring that completed documents are delivered accurately and to a consistently high standard Learning to organise agendas, presentations and meeting papers, including print production and timely distribution; ensuring that fee earners have all documents and adequate preparation time Supporting the secretarial team by ensuring the timely completion of the support team's shared work, ensuring work of an appropriate level is dealt with according to priority Demonstrating flexibility with working practices in line with the business need, especially in times of pressure/ high workload Organisation of file management, including closing of files, archiving and ensures that all relevant documents are filed electronically and paper-based, if required Working towards full capability for managing and understanding of the end-to-end billing process, of standard bills, using Elite (internal financial system). Following the relevant procedures and prompting fee earners to complete all necessary time recording, or to enter such time recording on their behalf Creating standard bills, disbursements, amending narratives as well as requesting credit notes Understanding the client matter opening, client reporting and client balances processes Completing financial reports where required, from internal systems highlighting outstanding monies to be billed and updating particular client financial schedules where necessary Managing group and fee earner contacts to ensure they are up to date through Interaction (CRM tool) Providing administrative support to fee earners with conflict searches and audit requests Assisting on ad-hoc projects as and when required, for example managing bundles, assisting during team events, indexing documents, etc. ABOUT YOU Technical: Previous relevant experience as a legal secretary or Team Administrator IT literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook), Lync - Skype for Business Excellent diary management Document management and filing efficiently Excellent telephone manner Basic understanding of billing Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills Applies knowledge and judgement to solve problems and make decisions Personal: Friendly, personable and approachable Excellent communicator- both written and verbally Adaptable and flexible Confident and professional Conscientious and diligent Remains calm under pressure ABOUT US DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our global reach ensures that we can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world. We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to our clients and offering practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed. Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies, as well as government and public sector bodies. OUR VALUES In everything we do connected with our People, our Clients and our Communities, we live by these values: Be Supportive - we care about others, value diversity and act thoughtfully Be Collaborative - we give, we share and we join in Be Bold - we stand tall and challenge ourselves to think big Be Exceptional - we exceed standards and expectations DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION At DLA Piper we are working hard to ensure that our talent pool is diverse. For us, diversity isn't just about visible differences, it's the unique blend of talents, skills, experiences and perspectives that makes each of us an individual. We know it's crucial to have a culture and environment where those differences are genuinely valued and that's why we strive to be a business where everyone can thrive, develop and succeed based on their talent. Our aim is to build an inclusive and supportive culture where all our people feel they belong and can achieve their best. AGILE WORKING We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That's why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements. PRE-ENGAGEMENT SCREENING In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we may conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers.
Oct 16, 2019
Full time
THE OPPORTUNITY DLA Piper has a unique approach to our legal secretarial function - 'the hub' (a model encouraging true teamwork). This approach allows us to stretch and develop your skills ensuring you are given interesting work at an appropriate level whilst making sure you are not over-burdened. You still have contact with clients and partners but you will collaborate and work with a wider range of people in the department than in a traditional secretarial model. The feedback on 'the hub' from our existing team has been really positive - we see it as the natural evolution of secretarial services. We have 4 levels of role in the team: Team Coordinator - monitors incoming work and team capacity and distributes jobs and projects to members of the team, whilst also operating as a senior level secretary. They are also responsible for communicating with fee earners to keep them appraised of a task or projects status Senior Secretary - takes ownership for the efficient running of the team by role-modeling as an effective and responsible team member and act as workflow supervisor where required Secretary - provides general secretarial and administration services as part of the secretarial team Team Administrator - a junior role for those still developing their skills, undertakes routine secretarial tasks at the direction of the Team Coordinator. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Working collaboratively with the rest of the team, to deliver and provide a comprehensive secretarial/admin support service by: Taking ownership and responsibility to ensure the work is undertaken in the most appropriate way to maximise efficiency Actively engaging with the workflow through the team inbox, directing work through it and Taking appropriate work from it in priority order Coordinating internal and external client meetings and ensure all work activities are scheduled effectively, including the identification and resolution of potential challenges and clashes Organising meetings, ensuring rooms and conference facilities, video conference facilities are booked, liaising with attendees if necessary both internal and external and making sure that any required catering and technical equipment is in place Manage expectations in terms of deadlines and outcome of tasks assigned Responding and dealing with external or internal telephone calls and queries in a professional manner and taking clear and concise messages for other members of the practice group as required Organising travel arrangements through the travel desk, booking and confirmation of reservations, flights, hotels, car transfers, ordering currency and expense claims and producing detailed itineraries. Preparation of key documents including visas, correspondence (including invitation letters), travel invoices, expense claims and maintenance/filing of copies Understanding DLA Piper document management processes. Amending and re-formatting documents when appropriate to do so, ensuring that completed documents are delivered accurately and to a consistently high standard Learning to organise agendas, presentations and meeting papers, including print production and timely distribution; ensuring that fee earners have all documents and adequate preparation time Supporting the secretarial team by ensuring the timely completion of the support team's shared work, ensuring work of an appropriate level is dealt with according to priority Demonstrating flexibility with working practices in line with the business need, especially in times of pressure/ high workload Organisation of file management, including closing of files, archiving and ensures that all relevant documents are filed electronically and paper-based, if required Working towards full capability for managing and understanding of the end-to-end billing process, of standard bills, using Elite (internal financial system). Following the relevant procedures and prompting fee earners to complete all necessary time recording, or to enter such time recording on their behalf Creating standard bills, disbursements, amending narratives as well as requesting credit notes Understanding the client matter opening, client reporting and client balances processes Completing financial reports where required, from internal systems highlighting outstanding monies to be billed and updating particular client financial schedules where necessary Managing group and fee earner contacts to ensure they are up to date through Interaction (CRM tool) Providing administrative support to fee earners with conflict searches and audit requests Assisting on ad-hoc projects as and when required, for example managing bundles, assisting during team events, indexing documents, etc. ABOUT YOU Technical: Previous relevant experience as a legal secretary or Team Administrator IT literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook), Lync - Skype for Business Excellent diary management Document management and filing efficiently Excellent telephone manner Basic understanding of billing Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills Applies knowledge and judgement to solve problems and make decisions Personal: Friendly, personable and approachable Excellent communicator- both written and verbally Adaptable and flexible Confident and professional Conscientious and diligent Remains calm under pressure ABOUT US DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our global reach ensures that we can help businesses with their legal needs anywhere in the world. We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality, service excellence and value to our clients and offering practical and innovative legal solutions to help them succeed. Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, and Fortune 500 enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies, as well as government and public sector bodies. OUR VALUES In everything we do connected with our People, our Clients and our Communities, we live by these values: Be Supportive - we care about others, value diversity and act thoughtfully Be Collaborative - we give, we share and we join in Be Bold - we stand tall and challenge ourselves to think big Be Exceptional - we exceed standards and expectations DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION At DLA Piper we are working hard to ensure that our talent pool is diverse. For us, diversity isn't just about visible differences, it's the unique blend of talents, skills, experiences and perspectives that makes each of us an individual. We know it's crucial to have a culture and environment where those differences are genuinely valued and that's why we strive to be a business where everyone can thrive, develop and succeed based on their talent. Our aim is to build an inclusive and supportive culture where all our people feel they belong and can achieve their best. AGILE WORKING We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That's why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements. PRE-ENGAGEMENT SCREENING In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we may conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers.