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We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary/Paralegal to join our Family team in our Forest of Dean office to provide a comprehensive secretarial service. The duties attached to this post are: Assist the fee earner to progress the transaction in accordance with laid down procedures and standards. Liaison with clients and keeping them properly informed at all times. To provide support and assistance to the team supervisor as and when required. Ensure the Case Management system is used to progress cases and is kept up to date at all times if applicable. Draft and submit legal aid applications. File opening, preparing and providing client care documents. To make appointments and arrange meetings, maintain appointment diary. To undertake audio dictation, to type letters, documents and memoranda. To maintain filing systems ensuring the maintenance of adequate security of confidential and personal papers. To deal with incoming and outgoing...

We currently have an excellent career opportunity within our Management Team.  We are looking for an experienced Office Administrator to provide support to the Management team. Duties and Responsibilities: To provide administrative support to the Management Team, including:- To assist as required with the process of recovering payment of aged debts and exercising aged debt control. Archive, retrieve and return all files, documents, deeds or other records as required by members of staff to and from the security stores. Deputise for the Receptionist, answer the telephone, take messages and convene appointments.  Receive clients and visitors upon arrival. To assist the Accounts manager to vet, effect and record transactions relating to Purchase ledger, sales ledge and Nominal ledger. To vet, effect and record transactions relating to clients ledger, including posting bills, applying receipts and transferring funds appropriately. To run, distribute and...

We are looking for an experienced Clinical Negligence Lawyer to join our well established team to manage a varied and interesting caseload of claimant clinical negligence work based at our Clifton Moor office. The role will involve providing legal advice, assistance and representation to our clients on a range of catastrophic injury and medical negligence claims such as spinal cord and brain injuries, cerebral palsy cases, fatal accidents, claims against hospitals and other serious injuries. Working in a claimant environment you will excel at proving expert legal advice to our clients through reviewing medical records, negotiating settlements, issuing proceedings, instructing counsel and obtaining witness statements to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients. We know a work life balance is very important so we are more than happy to be flexible over working hours if this is needed and can offer a hybrid working pattern. What we are looking for: We need someone...

The Role Clifton Ingram is currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Legal Secretary to join our busy Dispute Resolution & Litigation team, this role can be based in any of our three offices. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated individual with a passion for providing exceptional client care in a fast-paced legal environment. Key Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the Dispute Resolution & Litigation team Format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and court papers Organise and manage case files, ensuring all documents are accurately filed and up to date Audio and copy typing of correspondence, legal documents and transcriptions with a high level of accuracy Manage solicitors' diaries, arrange meetings, and schedule appointments efficiently Coordinate court filings, deadlines, and other important dates, ensuring that key tasks are completed on time...

We are pleased to invite applications for a Legal Advisor to join our well-regarded Lifetime Planning team, specialising in Wills and Last Powers of Attorney work. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop a career in private client law. Previous experience in Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, probate, or private client work would be an advantage; however, full training and support will be provided, making this an ideal role for someone looking to build or transition into this area of law. The Role: You will be involved in a broad range of wills and probate matters, including: ·         Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney ·         Assisting with Probate and Estate Administration ·         Advising clients on succession and estate planning ·         Supporting the team with general private client work As your skills and confidence develop, you will be given increasing responsibility and client contact....

We're on the hunt for a sharp, strategic legal mind with a strong background in Child Arrangement Orders, Divorce, Matrimonial Finance, Post Nuptial Arrangements, Cohabitation Disputes etc. You'll  be someone who can hit the ground running and make a real impact. At Hughes Paddison we believe our teams are made up of exceptional individuals - drive, energetic,  and unapologetically client focussed.  You'll fit right in if you bring the same fire: 8-10 Years PQE +, a proven record of managing a diverse family law caseload, and a genuine passion for making a difference. We're looking for someone who's not only ambitious but someone who thrives in a collaborative environment.  You'll enjoy supporting colleagues, contributing to the continued growth of the business and in return, we offer a clear path for career progression and the chance to shape your future. In addition, we offer: Hybrid working A competitive salary, commensurate with experience A competitive benefit...

We're growing and we are looking for a commercially minded Senior Corporate and Commercial Solicitor to grow with us. At Hughes Paddison you will be joining a team that's ambitious, collaborative, and focussed on delivering practical, strategic advice to a wide range of businesses - from start-ups to established companies.  You'll handle a broad range of working including M&A, investment agreements, shareholder agreements and joint venture, corporate reorganisations, EMI options, commercial contracts, LLPs and partnerships etc. With 6 + years PQE under your belt, you'll bring solid corporate and commercial experience,  strong legal acumen, a laser focus for detail, and the drive to fuel business development and team growth. In addition, you'll have a solid grasp for risk, and compliance, a good understanding of articles of association, LLPs and Partnerships, and hands-on experience of drafting and negotiating commercial contracts for the supply of goods and services....

Bring your expertise and build your future. We're looking for a confident, commercially savvy Commercial Property Solicitor to join our team. If you are ready to work on high-quality matters with real client impact this role is for you. At Hughes Paddison being part of our team means you have a healthy balance of work and fun. Every person's role is essential to our success. You'll bring a loyal client base and a broad range of commercial property experience, including leasehold and freehold transactions, sales and purchases, commercial leases, refinancing and landlord and tenant matters. With excellent communication skills and a talent for building relationships, you'll also play a key role in supporting and collaborating with your colleagues. In addition, you'll bring energy, enthusiasm, and strong business development skills with the drive to continue advancing your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. We offer: Hybrid working A competitive...

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our Accounts team and support our financial operations. The Accounts Assistant will work closely with Accounts Team to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of JCP’s accounts function, with particular attention to accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality. The role would ideally suit a candidate looking to develop a new career as full training and mentoring will be provided. The successful candidate will have the ability to multitask and will have good interpersonal skills that will enable you to liaise with team members at all levels across the business.   What you will do: ·       Assist team members with relevant finance/accounts related tasks ·       Update purchase ledger and post supplier invoices ·       Post client bills and accurately transfer funds between client and office ledgers ·       Process daily bank deposits and handle cheque and BACS/CHAPS...

We are seeking a friendly, confident and proactive IT Support and Training Analyst to join our IT team. This is a people-facing role, ideal for someone who enjoys helping others, building confidence in technology and internal processes, and supporting positive change across the firm. You will play a key role in helping our teams adopt new systems and ways of working. Working closely with departments across the firm, you will deliver onboarding and rollout training, support process improvement, and help embed best practice so that technology supports how people work day-to-day. As a member of our IT Support Desk, this role is intentionally blended. Alongside training and adoption activity, you will contribute to day-to-day IT support, working across first line and appropriate second line queries to maintain service levels within a small IT team. You will also support IT projects and change initiatives, working closely with the Head of IT to help deliver and embed new...