27 Solicitor jobs

We are looking for experienced Private Client Lawyers to join and expand our long established private practice based across North Somerset and Bristol. Successful candidates will have at least 3 years PQE and be confident in managing and building their own caseload with minimal supervision. The ideal candidates will be local to our offices, ambitious and possess strong business development skills to assist the Partners in the growth and continued success of the Private Client Department. You would also be looking to progress in your career through the firms values: dedication, team work and a passion to keep your clients at the heart of what you do. A great work-life balance culture and a competitive rewards package is on offer to the right candidates. For further information, please contact Kelly Pendleton, HR Manager on 01934 410910 or by email to kelly.pendleton@johnhodge.co.uk

We are looking to recruit a Residential Property Lawyer and a Commercial Property Lawyer to join our long established private practice based across North Somerset and Bristol. Successful candidates will have at least 3 years PQE and be confident in managing and building their own caseload with minimal supervision. The ideal candidates will be ambitious and possess strong business development skills to assist the Partners in the growth and continued success of the Property Department, and be looking to progress in their career through the firms values: dedication, team work and a passion to keep their clients at the heart of what they do. A great work-life balance culture, a fully computerised case management system and a competitive rewards package is on offer to the right candidates.

Are you fed up trying to reach 'Impossible Daily Billing Targets? Want to benefit from a Flexi-Time Contract with Individual Profit Related Pay Bonus Schemes? We are looking for someone who has extensive experience in both residential and commercial property who would like to join a friendly team. F Barnes are based in Romford, Gidea Park and Collier Row. We have a strong loyal client base having been established in the Havering area for over 60 years. Our fee earners are all specialists in their respective fields and act for a wide range of commercial and private sector clients. Our aim is to recruit dynamic, forward thinking individuals who wish to be part of our growth and who share the firm's core values. At F Barnes we trust you to do your job, there are no daily targets. We have a flexible working contract on offer and set realistic annual billing targets. We offer an excellent profit related pay scheme bonus in addition to the basic salary based on the individual’s performance not a department or teams which is more restrictive and demotivating in nature. Other benefits are listed below. The Role: Advising on freehold and leasehold transactions Conduct of lease extensions Ability to act on the sale or purchase of businesses Ability to work unsupervised and demonstrate leadership skills Ability to work under pressure within a busy office A good breadth of knowledge in this area     Requirements:    5 years+ PQE in Residential & Commercial Property Able to work autonomously on complex legal matters Track of record of achieving career, financial (including fee targets) and business development goals; Enthusiasm to engage in networking and business development; Clear demonstrable ability and keenness to build and maintain client and referrer relationships; Self-motivated team player Ambition to progress Excellent administration and organisational skills; Professional but friendly and approachable   Salary:                        £40 - £55k according to experience and historical billing achieved.   Bonus Scheme  :      We offer a generous  'Profit Related Pay' scheme based upon individual billing achieved rather than a more restrictive ' Team Bonus' pay scheme as others do.   Parking :                    A Parking Permit will be provided as part of the job offer.   Flexi - Time:             Our core working hours are between 10am - 4pm. With flexible hours outside of these to suit the individual.   Benefits :                  Dedicated Business Development Manager to assist with your personal growth and other benefits available   Progression Path:  We have a clearly defined progression path for all legal advisors Job Type :                  Full-time/Part Time considered. www.fbarnes.co.uk  

We are looking to recruit an experienced property lawyer to join our well established team across Bristol and Somerset. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years experience of a variety of residential property work and be able to work with minimal supervision. We look to provide a quality service to private clients in Bristol and Somerset. The role would provide the opportunity to have direct client contact with a manageable caseload. As a firm we do not pay referral fees and concentrate on a quality bespoke service. You would have the benefit of a fully computerised case management system. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with good IT skills. The role will also include assisting with the development and continued growth of the Property Department within the Bristol and North Somerset offices. Opportunities for career progression will be available and developed from an early stage. Salary will be competitive, commensurate with experience, for the right candidate. 

We are seeking a family solicitor with 1-3 years’ experience. The role will entail dealing with a full and mixed caseload of Legal Aid and private family matters. Candidates will deal with all matters generally from beginning through to completion and cover the following areas:-  Family Divorce Adoption Child Care issues Family Mediation Children dispute solicitors Domestic Violence solicitors Family Financial Property Arrangements Mediation Candidates: Successful applicants will join a friendly team and have extensive family based and matrimonial experience within a similar environment, and be able to manage their own caseload of files with minimal supervision. This is a busy and demanding role therefore individuals must be able to prioritise work, use initiative and work proactively, coupled with a good client manner and technical competence.  Legal Aid knowledge is essential.  Please note some travel is required between Maidstone and our Gravesend office with this role. Secretarial support is provided to this position.  

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.

Due to continued expansion and growth, we are looking for a Family Lawyer to join our Southampton and Chandler’s Ford offices. Splitting your time between our Southampton and Chandler’s Ford offices, you will build on an expanding caseload of privately funded matters, dealing with all aspects of divorce, child contact, and residence disputes, and all other problems arising from a breakdown of a personal relationship. The ideal candidate will have gained a high level of experience and knowledge from handling their own caseload of matrimonial work. Areas of expertise should include divorce and separation, cohabitee disputes, resolution of financial property and pension claims, child residence and contact issues and domestic violence injunctions. You must be able to demonstrate good training throughout your career and have an enthusiasm for business development. 

Costs Draftsmen – Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence and/or Commercial Litigation –  We are recruiting for costs draftsmen based out of our Manchester and Leeds offices. If you would like to join one of the largest solicitors practices in the UK dedicated solely to costs and manage instructions from our panel of National and International law firms, then please send your current CV and covering letter to Director, Elliot Mocton –   em@costexperts.co.uk . All CVs will be dealt with by our Director in strict confidence. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience which will include: drafting budgets and attending CCMC drafting bills in Commercial litigation, including complex financial disputes drafting Points of Dispute drafting Replies attending detailed assessments The successful applicant will have a full understanding of the CPR and must be a good negotiator. Experience of advocacy would be beneficial but not essential. Salary at market rate depending on experience. Please email your CV and covering letter to Elliot Mocton  em@costexperts.co.uk

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 are looking for a qualified Commercial Property Lawyer to join our growing team in Dorset This is an exciting opportunity for a lawyer, probably but not necessarily with around two + years’ PQE, who enjoys dealing with a mixed bag of work. Applications are invited from technically strong solicitors who are able to demonstrate experience and a skill set in handling commercial property work.  You will be forward-thinking with excellent commercial acumen and a genuine commitment to business development and client networking, and will be committed to delivering a first class service to our clients.

We are looking to recruit a Lawyer for our Clinical Negligence department based in our Bournemouth office. Our firm has one of the largest clinical negligence teams on the South Coast encompassing AvMA Law Society, APIL and Society for Clinical Injury Lawyers panel members.  You will either be a solicitor or a  legal executive with up to 3 years PQE gained working as part of a clinical negligence or personal injury team.  The workload is interesting and varied.  You will initially be responsible for managing your own low to mid value caseload including all aspects of medical, dental and clinical injuries.  You should have the ability to work on your own initiative and with minimum supervision, and a keen enthusiasm for business development. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to expand their knowledge in Clinical Negligence.

Main Objectives: • To develop and run own caseload and to provide support to the senior lawyers in the team as appropriate. • Promoting the reputation of Andrew & Co in the market Attributes/Skills: • Self motivated, forward thinking, well organised and resilient. • Client focused, with strong client care/service skills. • Good attention to detail. • Flexibility. • Well developed communication and interpersonal skills. • Strong team player (beyond individual fees) with ‘can do’ attitude and ability to build and sustain good working relationships • Enthusiasm and commitment to excellence. • Able to undertake / experience of advocacy • Business Development experience • Solicitor 0- 2 years pqe or Legal Executive Main duties • Running a mixed caseload of privately funded family cases with supervision as required (to include divorce, ancillary relief, private law Children Act applications, Injunction applications, PN, Cohabitation and Separation Agreements and TOLATA applications) • Assisting on any others matters as required and for the wider Family team Position will involve: • participation in Firm and Team business development initiatives to include attendance at events, participation in seminars and presentations and digital / social media marketing • management of secretarial support. Our location is perfect for local or further travel, with onsite parking and lots of staff benefits. A little more information can be seen on our social media channels and web site. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn

For a New Job  with Flexible - Working Contract and Excellent Benefit Package on offer Are you a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5 years PQE in Wills & Probate? Want to join a friendly team with great opportunities to progress? Due to our success we have continued to grow and we are looking to recruit an experienced Wills & Probate Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our Gidea Park office. The candidate will have fantastic progression and billing opportunities. Our substantial 'Will Bank', client retention rates and personal appeal means that this department is one of our strongest. We would strongly recommend applying for this position in the first instance so that we may contact you to discuss the opportunities on offer in full direct. The Candidate: We would like someone who is enthusiastic, committed and keen to contribute to the achievements of F Barnes. The ideal candidate will have a good breadth of experience having specialised in Wills & Probate work for at least 5 years. We look for candidates who are dynamic, forward thinking and who share our core values. Our practice has been established for over 60 years. We have a great core following providing lots of fee earning potential for the right candidate. Main duties: Drafting of Wills and Codicils Preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney Drafting Deeds of Variation Probate applications Deputyship Applications to the Court of Protection Participating in networking and practice development activities. Requirements: 5 years+ experience in Wills & Probate work; Good communication skills Track of record of achieving career, financial (including fee targets) and business development goals; Enthusiasm to engage in networking and practice development activities; Client focused and practical; Demonstrable ability and keen to build and maintain client and referral relationships; Excellent administration and organisational skills; Professional but friendly and approachable personality. Start Date  : ASAP Salary:   £40 - £55k according to experience and historical billing targets Bonus Scheme  : We offer a generous  'Profit Related Pay' scheme rather than a more restrictive ' Team Bonus' pay scheme as others do. Parking : A Parking Permit will be provided as part of the job offer. Flexi - Time Contracts Offered:  Our core working hours are between 10am - 4pm. With flexible hours outside of these to suit the individual. Benefits : Dedicated Business Development Manager to assist with your personal growth and other benefits available Progression Path:  We have a clearly defined progression path for all legal advisors Job Type : Full-time/Part Time considered.

Are you an Experienced Solicitor in both Commercial & Residential Property? Are you looking to develop your career path and business development with a view to progressing to Director in the near future? Do you have a business mind? For a New Career in the New Year - With Flexi - Time Contract and Excellent Benefits Package We are looking for someone who has extensive experience in both residential and commercial property who would like to join a friendly team. The right candidate would ideally be looking to progress to director and be able to demonstrate leadership skills with a proactive approach to developing business. The position is based at either our Romford or Gidea Park office. F Barnes are based in Romford, Gidea Park and Collier Row. We have a strong loyal client base having been established in the Havering area for over 60 years. Our fee earners are all specialists in their respective fields and act for a wide range of commercial and private sector clients. Our aim is to recruit dynamic, forward thinking individuals who wish to be part of our growth and who share the firm's core values. The Role: Advising on freehold and leasehold transactions Conduct of lease extensions Ability to act on the sale or purchase of businesses Ability to work unsupervised and demonstrate leadership skills Ability to work under pressure within a busy office A good breadth of knowledge in this area Requirements: 5 years+ PQE in Residential & Commercial Property Able to work autonomously on complex legal matters Track of record of achieving career, financial (including fee targets) and business development goals; Enthusiasm to engage in networking and business development; Clear demonstrable ability and keenness to build and maintain client and referrer relationships; Self-motivated team player Ambition to progress Excellent administration and organisational skills; Professional but friendly and approachable   Start Date  : ASAP Salary:   £40 - £55k according to experience and historical billing targets Bonus Scheme  : We offer a generous  'Profit Related Pay' scheme rather than a more restrictive ' Team Bonus' pay scheme as others do. Parking : A Parking Permit will be provided as part of the job offer. Flexi - Time Contracts Offered:  Our core working hours are between 10am - 4pm. With flexible hours outside of these to suit the individual. Benefits : Dedicated Business Development Manager to assist with your personal growth and other benefits available Progression Path:  We have a clearly defined progression path for all legal advisors Job Type : Full-time/Part Time considered.

We are recruiting for an experienced lawyer for our Chandler’s Ford office to join our expanding team. You will work alongside our existing team which has a wealth of knowledge and experience in handling all Private Client matters including: Wills, Estate Planning, Estate Administration and Powers of Attorney. You will run your own caseload of files and have all round experience in Private Client law. You will also play an active role in the continued development of the practice by networking and participating in marketing events. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to join an energetic and fast growing law firm.

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 

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 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 .

Brooks & Partners solicitors in Frimley, Surrey, have a vacancy for an experienced Solicitor to work in our Wills, Trusts & Probate department on a part time basis.  The successful candidate is likely to have a minimum of 4 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 are preferred but not essential.  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 The role will offer a competitive salary and bonus arrangements.  Please apply with a CV by e-mail to Vickie Lennard -  vickie@brooks-partners.co.uk . For more information, visit our website: https://www.brooks-partners.co.uk/site/solicitor_jobs_surrey/