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To support the Practice  in the provision of Legal Secretarial Services by providing competent and efficient legal secretarial duties. To support the Head of Department in the management of the secretarial workload, ensuring that the priorities of the department are met To assist Fee Earners in the management of caseload by dealing with file related queries either face to face or by telephone To manage the Fee Earners diaries to ensure the efficient running of the department To ensure that clients are dealt with efficiently and politely and that appropriate legal matters are raised with the Fee Earner To ensure that all internal methods, systems, policies and procedures are adhered to To answer internal telephone calls efficiently and politely and take messages, as necessary To support Fee Earners in the production of files by typing dictated work as directed To support Fee Earners in the maintenance of files by effective file management To manage own work allocation, productivity and quality of work with minimum supervision.

The ideal candidate will be at least 1 years PQE with a proven track record in representing and advising clients on a wide range of criminal matters. Candidates should also have an ambition to develop the department over the next few years and should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  Duties will include attending police stations to advise clients, preparing and representing clients at Magistrates’ Courts and preparing briefs to Counsel where necessary.  To apply, please forward a copy of your C.V by email with your salary expectations 

To support the Accounts Department Manager in the provision of Financial Services. Recent practical experience of working with accounts in a Solicitors office and a knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules would be desirable. The role will include dealing with clients, receiving payments, credit control and debt management. A working knowledge of Legal Aid regulations and compliance would be an advantage. Salary is dependent on experience. 

Salary : £18,028.50 per annum Hours of Work: Full time/Flexible/Part-Time working will be considered. Location: To be Confirmed We are delighted that due to the expansion of our department we now have a new vacancy to be based at any of our offices for two Post Completion Assistants within our Residential Conveyancing Department. Chattertons have achieved “Ones to Watch” status following our first ever staff survey with the Sunday Times Best 100 Companies to Work, which means we have good levels of employee engagement and we are looking to increase engagement over the next year so we can improve our ranking even further. Although this is a support role, we are proud of our track record of allowing senior secretarial and support team members to progress into fee earning roles, as such, this position could be a stepping stone to a fee earning role. The ideal candidate will have professional work experience, and a real interest in conveyancing work. The main focus of the role will be to effectively manage the post completion processes for our conveyancing department. Whilst you will be part of a large department that spans across all of our offices, you will work autonomously in an administrative focussed role providing exceptional levels of customer service. Key Duties and Responsibilities:   Ensuring that all post completions processes are finalised, including:- Paying Stamp Duty Land Tax to HMRC within required timeframes. Serving Notices to any Landlords. Registering new owners with the Land Registry, including First Registrations. Dealing with Requisitions. Liaising with residential conveyancing teams across all offices to ensure that any outstanding queries are fully resolved at the earliest opportunity. Closing and archiving files, ensuring all case management and paper based folders are completed fully. General conveyancing administration and support where necessary. Chattertons recognises that it is essential to provide equal opportunities to all persons without discrimination. The Company has an Equality and Diversity Policy and this sets out the Company’s position on equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. This is available upon request. 

To assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload by actioning legal procedures as directed by the Conveyancer. To assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload by dealing with file related queries either face to face or by telephone. To assist Conveyancers in the processing of matters on a timely and cost effective basis. To support Conveyancers in the maintenance of files by effective file management. To ensure that clients are dealt with efficiently and politely and that appropriate legal matters are raised with the Conveyancer. To attend to clients, taking instructions, and conducting letter and telephone enquiries as necessary To use the correct Practice procedures and systems in order to manage cases effectively and in accordance with the firm’s standards and legal requirements. To improve and enhance the firm’s client base by effective liaison with existing clients. To maximize the firm’s potential to cross – sell services by identifying appropriate opportunities. To manage own work allocation, productivity and quality of work with minimum supervision. To ensure our clients received the best possible service at all times To ensure our introducers of business receive the best possible service at all times.

To assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload by actioning legal procedures as directed by the Conveyancer. To assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload by dealing with file related queries either face to face or by telephone. To assist Conveyancers in the processing of matters on a timely and cost effective basis. To support Conveyancers in the maintenance of files by effective file management. To ensure that clients are dealt with efficiently and politely and that appropriate legal matters are raised with the Conveyancer. To attend to clients, taking instructions, and conducting letter and telephone enquiries as necessary To use the correct Practice procedures and systems in order to manage cases effectively and in accordance with the firm’s standards and legal requirements. To improve and enhance the firm’s client base by effective liaison with existing clients. To maximize the firm’s potential to cross – sell services by identifying appropriate opportunities. To manage own work allocation, productivity and quality of work with minimum supervision. To ensure our clients received the best possible service at all times To ensure our introducers of business receive the best possible service at all times.

To assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload by actioning legal procedures as directed by the Conveyancer. To assist Conveyancers in the management of caseload by dealing with file related queries either face to face or by telephone. To assist Conveyancers in the processing of matters on a timely and cost effective basis. To support Conveyancers in the maintenance of files by effective file management. To ensure that clients are dealt with efficiently and politely and that appropriate legal matters are raised with the Conveyancer. To attend to clients, taking instructions, and conducting letter and telephone enquiries as necessary To use the correct Practice procedures and systems in order to manage cases effectively and in accordance with the firm’s standards and legal requirements. To improve and enhance the firm’s client base by effective liaison with existing clients. To maximize the firm’s potential to cross – sell services by identifying appropriate opportunities. To manage own work allocation, productivity and quality of work with minimum supervision. To ensure our clients received the best possible service at all times To ensure our introducers of business receive the best possible service at all times.

Hours of Work: 09.00 – 17.15 – Monday to Friday (36.25 per week) We are seeking a confident, proactive Employment Solicitor or Legal Executive to be based at either our Grantham or Newark Office, but to provide cover at both offices as necessary and undertake work for a wide spectrum of both business and personal clients. Chattertons have achieved “Ones to Watch” status following our first ever staff survey with the Sunday Times Best 100 Companies to Work, which means we have good levels of employee engagement and we are looking to increase engagement over the next year so we can improve our ranking even further. The Chattertons Employment law team is an ambitious and growing team, and have recently been ranked in the Legal 500 as a Tier 4 firm within the East Midlands. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for Employment law and a good level of knowledge and/or experience in this area. Strong research, drafting and negotiating skills are paramount, as is an ability to approach problems in a commercially-minded way. Of particular importance for the role is a desire to undertake business development and marketing activity as there will be a strong emphasis on building up contacts in the local area and developing a client base. You will be a confident, proactive and structured individual with experience in a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment work including: Advising employers/employees on a range of contentious and non-contentious matters including unfair dismissal claims, discrimination claims, TUPE transfers, business restructuring/redundancies, settlement agreements, company policies and procedures, dismissal and contractual issues. Excellent working knowledge of the Employment Tribunal rules, procedures and protocols. Experienced at undertaking full preparation for cases in the Employment Tribunal, ideally with experience at undertaking own advocacy. Preparing for and delivering seminars. Regularly attending local networking and business development events in order to build contacts within the local area. Drafting articles for marketing purposes and contributing to the Firm’s social media accounts to raise the profile of the firm and the Employment team. In addition, you will work with the Company’s Marketing Policy to promote and enhance the reputation and business of the company. This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious induvial to work with autonomy to build their own thriving Employment law caseload, with excellent opportunities for progression within the Firm.   Key Duties and Responsibilities:   Maintain excellent levels of service for existing clients. Develop new business, build and maintain a case load and promote the Employment Team. Build business contacts within the local area and actively market self, team and Firm, through a variety of BD activity. Produce fee income in line with targets and agreed objectives. To keep informed of all changes in the law and practice in own area of work. Maintain and enhance up to date legal skills. Take responsibility for financial control with particular regard to cash flow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures. Perform work accurately, reliably and in accordance with the Company’s quality and risk procedures. Take an active role in the development of the Company and maximise cross referrals. Ability to take account of diversity and equality in all aspects of role. Chattertons recognises that it is essential to provide equal opportunities to all persons without discrimination. The Company has an Equality and Diversity Policy and this sets out the Company’s position on equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. This is available upon request. 

We are seeking a Civil Litigation Solicitor 1-2 Years PQE to join our busy team based at our Bexleyheath office.  You will have general Civil Litigation and Employment Litigation experience along with commercial contract and building disputes experience.   Required Skills & Experience/ Responsibilities: Qualified Solicitor with at least 1-2 year’s relevant PQE Good IT skills Ability to manage own caseload and to meet tight deadlines and targets. Person Specification Ability to remain calm under pressure Is able to demonstrate a positive, pro-active and professional approach Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills   Working Hours are 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Benefits include; 25 days holiday, pension scheme, employee healthcare cashback scheme, employee assistance programme and childcare voucher scheme   Please email your CV to recruitment@tgbaynes.com      

We have a vacancy for an experienced Solicitor to head up and further develop our Wills, Trusts & Probate department.  The successful candidate is likely to have a minimum of 6 years PQE and will be experienced in all aspects of Wills, Probate, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection and Tax matters (but not limited to these areas).  STEP and SFE qualifications also required.  Just as important the successful candidate will have a proven record in business development and be IT efficient.   This is a serious career development role and will involve management of the existing case load and taking the lead role in promoting the department (and therefore the firm) with a view to securing new business.   This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to progress their career working within this well established and progressive firm. The following is considered necessary for the position: Ability to manage people and to work as a part of a team Excellent eye for detail & methodical approach to working Analytical and enquiring mind capable of finding innovative solutions to legal problems Accuracy and consistency Good communication skills and empathy IT Skills Business development and networking experience. The role will offer a competitive salary and bonus arrangements.  Brooks & Partners is an incorporated business and both Directorship and share ownership could be available to the successful candidate.   Please apply with a CV by e-mail to Vickie Lennard -  vickie@brooks-partners.co.uk .