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Are you an organised, proactive and experienced Legal Assistant looking to join a supportive, friendly and professional team? We are looking for an efficient and professional team player to provide invaluable support to our Private Client fee earners – working in a collaborative environment providing first class client service.  Playing an important role through preparing legal documents and correspondence, managing diaries and appointments, liaising with clients both in person and on the telephone, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your legal knowledge and manage a varied and interesting caseload. What we are looking for: We need someone who will fit in quickly with our team and develop a great relationship with our clients. Our ideal candidate will have: Previous legal experience A proactive and positive approach to their work The ability to work within a busy team and support their colleagues Superb levels of client care showing...

We are looking for a dedicated Conveyancer to provide support to the Residential Property team and help process a caseload of conveyancing files quickly and efficiently. The successful candidate will have at least two years’ experience of processing property files through to completion, ideally to include new build and leasehold transactions.     The key responsibilities of the role will include (but not limited to): Proactively managing your own caseload of residential sale, purchase, transfer of equity and remortgage files Dealing with all clients, estate agents, lenders and other conveyancing parties in a professional manner Acting as an integral part of the residential property team to ensure business targets are achieved/exceeded  Assisting in the marketing of the team to outside agencies as and when required The successful candidate should have: Excellent administration and organisation skills The ability to...

We are seeking to recruit an ambitious and driven solicitor to join our busy and well regarded Agricultural & Property Litigation team. Whether you’re newly qualified or bring several years of experience, we want to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a rewarding career in a niche and growing area of law, with the support of a nationally recognised team. The successful candidate must have experience of working with a broad spectrum of property litigation cases, involving commercial, residential and ideally agricultural property.   Agricultural experience is helpful, but not essential – training and support will be provided to help you develop this specialism. This role will ideally be based at our Cardiff or Swansea offices, but the successful candidate could also be required to work in our other offices on an occasional basis.  The main responsibilities of the role could include: Providing bespoke and highly technical...

We are seeking an ambitious and driven Associate Solicitor with 0-2 years PQE to join our Inheritance & Trust disputes team .   The role will involve a broad caseload including contentious probate matters involving challenges to the validity of wills, claims pursuant to the Inheritance (Provisions for Family and Dependents) Act 1975 and equitable claims including proprietary estoppel and disputed trusts and trustees. While prior experience in contentious probate is welcome, it is not essential. If you have a background in litigation or probate and are keen to specialise in a complex, rewarding field, we want to hear from you. The role is predominantly based in our Swansea office but travelling to other offices will be a requirement of this role.   The main responsibilities of the role will involve: Effectively managing a caseload of contentious probate matters Working collaboratively in order to achieve an excellent and effective...

At JCP Solicitors we provide exceptional service to our clients, each other and the professionals we work with. We pride ourselves on our being trusted advisors, a great place to work and one of the best-known law firms in South Wales. Due to growth of the team, we are looking for another Client Engagement Assistant to be the first point of contact for our new enquiries. Your primary responsibility will be to gather information and provide quotations for straight forward transactions within agreed time scales. You will follow pro-forma questionnaires and book appointments for our legal team members. This role offers valuable insight into the onboarding process in a law firm and would suit someone aspiring to build a long‑term legal career. You will engage with prospective clients, work collaboratively as part of a team, and operate within a structured professional services environment. A positive, friendly approach and a confident telephone manner are essential....

We are looking for a Finance Assistant to join us on a 9-12-month Maternity Cover Fixed Term Contract. Overview    Support and assist Head of Finance with day-to-day financial management. To be part of a busy finance team who provide support and assistance to the legal teams.     Update financial spreadsheets with monthly transactions    Prepare profit and loss schedules     Reconcile bank statements    Provide regular updates on fees delivered against target    Process tax payments on Finance Managers instructions   Record monthly payroll entries and journals thereof    Process monthly pension payments and recording thereof     Process supplier invoices and follow up with suppliers and managers as needed    Provide administrative support during budget preparation    Participate in annual audits...

We are looking for solicitors with a strong technical background who are confident working on complex private client matters and able to provide high levels of client service. We look after the needs of a vast number of Hertfordshire families but what sets us apart is our appeal to wealthy clients in London and the rest of the UK and those looking for a specialist trusts team. Our team is grouped into three main areas: Protecting and managing wealth now and in the future through inheritance tax, estate planning and estate administration. Lifetime planning, including Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection (COP) and professional deputyship services and the protection of vulnerable adults. Trusts, with a dedicated trusts team of specialist lawyers to help clients set up and administer trusts. Our Clients: 90% of work comes from existing clients and referrer recommendations. 100% of client survey respondents would recommend us to family and friends. We...

An opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic Central Services Team.  This team plays a vital role in supporting all teams across the business, ensuring smooth and efficient operations company-wide. Reporting to the Central Services Supervisor, you will become part of a fast-paced, collaborative administration team where your contribution truly makes a difference. While previous administrative experience is advantageous, it is not essential. We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate the right skills, attitude and potential. Full training and ongoing mentoring will be provided to support your development. Duties include but are not limited to: ·         File opening ·         Printing and posting of outgoing correspondence ·         Checking documents, form filling and matching incoming and outgoing mail ·         Complying with agreed service levels ·         Assisting with other central services tasks including mail...

We are seeking to recruit a diligent, confident, self-motivated, solicitor to join our rapidly growing Manchester litigation department. The successful candidate will demonstrate technical knowledge commensurate to their experience, as well as a pro-active approach to risk management. Client care is a priority of DKLM, and the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate when they have gone over and above to provide exception quality service to the client. They will be keen to progress and grow within the department. Career development opportunities are available to the right candidate.  We have a lot of high quality, challenging work for the successful candidate, as a firm we have a high calibre of work and clients ranging from individuals or companies to private lenders. Please ensure candidates are aware of this. If they want a good quantity of high calibre work with excellent progression opportunities, we are the firm for them.  We are looking for someone to assist and...

Some roles are stepping stones. This one's a launchpad. We're looking for a motivated paralegal with a genuine interest in corporate, commercial, and property law.  You will want to build your career working alongside experienced, collaborative solicitors - gaining hands-on exposure, taking real responsibility, and being given the support to grow - you'll develop a great foundation to take your career to the next level. It's rare to find a role that offers meaningful experience across two areas of law simultaneously, giving you a broader perspective and a stronger foundation for your legal career. Your tasks and responsibilities will be varied: Corporate and Commercial - work will include M&A, investment arrangements, shareholder agreements, joint ventures, corporate reorganisations, EMI options, commercial contracts, LLPs, and partnerships etc. Commercial Property - work will include leasehold and freehold transactions, sales and purchases, commercial leases,...