6 Associate jobs

We are seeking an experienced and committed 3 year+ PQE criminal duty solicitor for our Gravesend office.  Successful candidates will have a sound knowledge of the relevant law and procedure, manage a varied caseload covering the full remit of criminal matters from instruction to conclusion (both private and Legal Aid) , to include preparing cases for trial and attending clients at police stations and/or courts throughout Kent, including out of hours work.  Some travel to our Maidstone office may be necessary, on occasion.  Candidates: Successful applicants must be a qualified solicitor of at least 3 years’ PQE.  PSAR or Criminal Duty status would be advantageous but is not essential.  Candidates should be proactive, able to manage a challenging caseload with minimal supervision and have strong communication skills with an excellent client facing manner.  This is a busy and varied role therefore candidates need to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines when required.   Excellent research skills and an organised working manner are essential. General IT competency is essential and knowledge of Microsoft packages (Excel, Word & Outlook), Big Hand and Partner 4 Windows would be advantageous.    Candidates must have access to their own vehicle and possess a full clean driving licence.    Secretarial support is allocated to this position.

We are seeking a PC solicitor, for our busy Private Client department in Tenterden.  This is a busy and varied roles covering all aspects of private client.  Experience and knowledge is required in the following fields: Estate and Care Fees Planning Wills and Will Writing Lasting Powers of Attorney Court of Protection Trusts and Trust Administration Probate and Administration of Estates Inheritance Tax Planning and Investments Charities Deputyship STEP would be preferable but not essential; the Firm assists in career development/studying and candidates undertaking STEP will also be considered.        Candidates: Successful applicants will have consistent and good private client knowledge, focusing particularly on wills, trusts, estates and tax issues, and must be able to manage their own caseload of files with minimal supervision.  Both are demanding roles therefore individuals must be able to prioritise work, use initiative and meet deadlines, coupled with an excellent client manner, smart appearance and good technical competence.    Secretarial support is provided.

As part of the firm’s growth and succession planning programme we are looking for a qualified commercial property lawyer to join our successful team in our Chandler’s Ford office. This is an exciting opportunity if you are an accomplished commercial property lawyer, probably but not necessarily with around ten years’ PQE, who enjoys dealing with a mixed bag of work. You will also be working alongside the Head of Department supervising the team. From day one, you will be acting for a wide range of clients working on various transactions including the acquisition and disposal of both leasehold and freehold property, with the potential for involvement in development related matters.  You will be joining a team that prides itself on excellent technical and negotiating skills and deals with all types of property including offices, retail, leisure and licensed premises.  Playing an active role in the growth of the department, you will be looking for an opportunity to build strong working relationships with clients, brokers and the wider business community and work with the firm’s business development team in progressing these relationships through presentations, meetings and corporate events. Applications are invited from technically strong solicitors who are committed to delivering a first class service to clients.  You will have previous supervision experience with a natural ability towards team development.  You will be forward-thinking with excellent commercial acumen and a genuine commitment to business development and client networking.

We have a vacancy for an experienced 4 + years PQE Solicitor to join our highly regarded Commercial and Corporate Finance Team in our Basildon office. The Firm Birkett Long are redefining what it means to be a lawyer. Based in Essex, with offices in Chelmsford, Basildon and Colchester, Birkett Long focusses on people - our clients, our employees, our business partners and those in local communities.  We are a modern thinking Legal 500 firm and this is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice.  The Role You will be part of our multidisciplinary Business team and demonstrate an aptitude for corporate commercial work.  You should have experience of handling transactions, advising on corporate structures, drafting commercial contracts, shareholder agreements and terms of business. Ideally you will have experience in or an interest in developing expertise in Intellectual Property, being able to advise or develop your ability to advise on intellectual property rights, digital and e-commerce matters, software and hardware support contracts, website design and maintenance agreements and similar related matters. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team and to assist in the development of our Basildon office and London opportunities. The Team Our highly regarded team acts for a variety of clients from SME's to multi-national corporations. Team members have each carved a niche specialism within the corporate commercial discipline to add a further variety to the work.  The successful candidate will be supported to develop their own specialisms.  The team assists clients with buying and selling companies and businesses, shareholder and joint venture agreements, restructuring and corporate advice and reviewing and preparing commercial The Candidate The successful candidate will have proven experience in handing a busy caseload and a minimum of 4 years PQE.  You will have the ability to deliver clear succinct and high quality advice, excellent client and team communication skills, drafting and negotiation skills and a desire to play a key role in the future development of the firm and the team. You will need to use your own initiative and provide good succinct commercial advice to clients.  You will be computer literate, able to use a case management system and be able to type. The role will involve marketing and business development and therefore the successful candidate but be flexible enough to work outside normal office hours when required and preferably have their own vehicle as well as a clean driving licence. This role is an excellent opportunity for progression.

At Brethertons, we recently completed a major transformation programme creating a streamlined organisation where you will find “lawyers doing law" and “support providing support". There are a variety of legal and operational roles available within this collaborative and cohesive culture. When you join Brethertons, you will be competitively rewarded, with a strong base salary and an innovative bonus scheme. We aim to foster an environment of choice with clear career development paths, a focus on learning and development and a highly supportive structure. W e are looking to recruit a Senior Associate (Technical Specialist) who is a Contentious Probate Specialist (ACTAPS) within our Bicester office About the Role As a Qualified Lawyer you will provide advice within the WTP Practice Area, based on policy and legislation. A technical specialist is required who is a Contentious Probate Specialist (ACTAPS) qualified.  A strong background in estate disputes, professional negligence, inheritance disputes, litigation arising out of the Court of Protection, contentious trusts, validity of wills, capacity, undue influence and applications for rectification.  You will be responsible for marketing and promoting the team and maintaining and growing workflows into the department.  You will undertake specialist or technical research and analysis, conduct investigations, and demonstrate effective delegation of procedural, clerical, and administrative tasks to Legal Assistants or Legal Secretaries as appropriate.   About you In order to be successful you must be qualified in the area of practice (either as a solicitor, or a Legal Executive) with Association of Contentious Trust and Probate Specialists (ACTAPS) with experience in a large regional or national firm. You must have a robust knowledge of the legal services industry along with experience of case management and managing a portfolio. You will be accountable for organising your own workload and make independent decisions relating to the area of your responsibility. You will manage higher fee earning targets to contribute to the fee earning potential for your practise area you must be able to communicate effectively on every level; you are on the front line of customer communications and must set the example to other staff in the delivery of exceptional customer service. To be successful in this role you must be able to work independently and be self motivated, but also work well in a team in order for practise area goals to be met. You must be able to build strong working relationships both internally and externally. What’s in return? At Brethertons, we have a comprehensive reward package which includes a competitive market rate salary, pension, individual and firm wide bonus, 26 days holiday and a wellbeing day. We hold Gold Investors in People and work hard to recognise and reward the work of those within our teams.  What’s next? We are excited about where Brethertons is going and would love you to join us on our journey. If this role is of interest, please contact Dave Langstone ( davidlangstone@brethertons.co.uk ) or Toni Purnell ( tonipurnell@brethertons.co.uk ) for more information on the role or application process, or submit your CV directly to us via our website. It is essential that you include a cover letter that details why your skills are suitable for this role .  A role profile is available should you wish to view this.  

At Brethertons, we recently completed a major transformation programme creating a streamlined organisation where you will find “lawyers doing law" and “support providing support". There are a variety of legal and operational roles available within this collaborative and cohesive culture. When you join Brethertons, you will be competitively rewarded, with a strong base salary and an innovative bonus scheme. We aim to foster an environment of choice with clear career development paths, a focus on learning and development and a highly supportive structure. We are looking to recruit a Senior Associate (Technical Specialist) on a dual site basis within our Banbury and Rugby offices About the Role As a Qualified Lawyer you will provide advice within the WTP Practice Area, based on policy and legislation. A technical specialist is required with a strong background in trust creation, administration and taxation and Court of protection matters. In addition, acting for HNW individuals in estate planning. You will undertake specialist or technical research and analysis, conduct investigations, and demonstrate effective delegation of procedural, clerical, and administrative tasks to Legal Assistants or Legal Secretaries as appropriate.   About you In order to be successful you must be qualified in the area of practice (either as a solicitor, or a Legal Executive). You must have a robust knowledge of the legal services industry along with experience of case management and managing a portfolio. You will be accountable for organising your own workload and make independent decisions relating to the area of your responsibility. You will manage higher fee earning targets to contribute to the fee earning potential for your practise area you must be able to communicate effectively on every level; you are on the front line of customer communications and must set the example to other staff in the delivery of exceptional customer service. To be successful in this role you must be able to work independently and be self motivated, but also work well in a team in order for practise area goals to be met. You must be able to build strong working relationships both internally and externally. STEP qualification is preferred or an ongoing commitment to becoming STEP qualified. What’s in return? At Brethertons, we have a comprehensive reward package which includes a competitive market rate salary, pension, individual and firm wide bonus, 26 days holiday and a wellbeing day. We hold Gold Investors in People and work hard to recognise and reward the work of those within our teams. What’s next? We are excited about where Brethertons is going and would love you to join us on our journey. If this role is of interest, please contact Dave Langstone ( davidlangstone@brethertons.co.uk ) or Toni Purnell ( tonipurnell@brethertons.co.uk ) for more information on the role or application process, or submit your CV directly to us via our website. It is essential that you include a cover letter that details why your skills are suitable for this role .  A role profile is available should you wish to view this.