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We require two positions to be filled in our busy family team. One is to service predominantly care work either receiving instructions from a guardian or alternatively family members, usually parent(s). The second is to service predominantly private paying client work. We have legal aid matter starts at both our Bolton and Manchester Spinningfields offices.  For more information follow the link on the website -  https://www.fieldingsporter.co.uk/site/about/recruitment/ Full or part time will be considered

We require a private client solicitor or legal executive to work along side a busy team. Experience is desirable but not essential as excellent training will be provided. We have 3 STEP accredited solicitors, the only firm in Bolton who has the full accreditation. For the right candidate we will fund your STEP training. The personality and aptitude for rewarding hard work are essential in order to work in a flourishing team and service our clients, most of whom are existing clients or instruct through recommendation.  Further details are available on our website -  https://www.fieldingsporter.co.uk/site/about/recruitment/ Full or part time considered.

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 an experienced Solicitor within our Serious Injuries department in our Rugby office. About the Role As a Solicitor, you will provide advice and assistance to people who are seeking compensation as result of having suffered life changing injuries. The work we undertake is typically valued in six, seven and eight figures. You will be joining a small and focused team recognised for its strength in spinal cord injury litigation in particular. We assist some of the most seriously injured claimants and we have a national coverage. About you In order to be successful you must be qualified in the area of practice (either as a Solicitor or as a Legal Executive). You are likely to have 5-10 years post qualification experience with your main focus being in specialist high value catastrophic (serious injury) litigation. You are likely to have been conducting spinal cord injury, brain injury, amputation and other life changing injuries litigation on behalf of claimants for the last 5-10 years. You are also likely to have some experience of conducting clinical negligence cases involving serious injuries. You will probably have been (or you are on the way to being) recognised with individual accreditation with some or all of APIL (Senior Litigator or above), the SRA, Headway, AVMA as well as Chambers and Partners and the Legal 500. You will be knowledgeable about the serious injury sector and experienced in working to cash and fees targets, as well as lockup, time, disbursements and debtors targets. You will have excellent communication skills and you will be demonstrably credible to prospective clients and their families. You will need to be able to work independently but also as part of a team when situations dictate. Whilst we are not expecting you to bring work with you, it is expected that you will have a sufficient profile and contacts base to make a real contribution to our team. 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 we would love you to join us on our journey.  If this role is of interest, please contact Dave Langstone ( davidlangstone@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 Qualified Lawyer within our Employment team. We are looking for someone to work predominantly in either our Banbury or Rugby office. About the Role You will provide technically correct, commercial advice whilst collaborating with customers to solve their legal problems.  You will be working in specialist employment team with 4 solicitors and one trainee, and you will be expected to pro-actively manage your own caseload and work with the Head of Practice area in relation to more complex matters.  The workload will include general advisory and HR management, litigation, TUPE and supporting our commercial team with the corporate transactions.  About you In order to be successful you must be a qualified lawyer (either as a Solicitor or Legal Executive) with experience gained in both contentious and non contentious aspects of Employment Law. Your will have experience working on behalf of both employer and employee, and provide commercially structured solutions to legal problems.  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 practice area and 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 practice area goals to be met. You must be able to build strong working relationships both internally and externally and participate in business development opportunities. Whilst not set, we would expect you to be 3-8 years PQE. 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 ) for more information on the role or application process, or submit your CV directly to us via our website.   Regrettably, we are unable to accept unsolicited CVs from agencies for this role.  

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 add to recruit a Qualified Lawyer (Solicitor or Legal Executive) into our Dispute Resolution team in our Banbury office on a full time basis.  This role is a new role in this busy team. About the Role As a Qualified Lawyer you will provide advice within the Dispute Resolution Practice Area, based on policy and legislation. You will undertake specialist or technical research and analysis, conduct investigations, and demonstrate effective delegation of procedural, clerical, and administrative tasks to Paralegals, Legal Assistants or Legal Secretaries as appropriate.   You will report to an Associate and/or Head of Practice Area. About you In order to be successful you must be a qualified lawyer (either as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive).  You must have a robust knowledge of the Dispute Resolution processes and the Civil Procedure Rules, along with experience of case management and managing a portfolio of customer matters. You will be accountable for organising your own workload and make independent decisions relating to the area of your responsibility. You will manage fee earning targets to contribute to the fee earning potential for the practice area, and 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 practice 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 ) for more information on the role or application process, or submit your CV directly to us via our website.   Regrettably, we are unable to accept unsolicited CVs from agencies for this role.  

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 Qualified Lawyer (Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licenced Conveyancer) within our Residential Conveyancing team in our Rugby office. About the Role As a Qualified Lawyer you will provide advice within the Conveyancing sector, based on policy and legislation. You will undertake specialist or technical research and analysis, conduct investigations, and demonstrate effective delegation of procedural, clerical, and administrative tasks to Legal Assistants as appropriate.     About you In order to be successful you must be qualified in the area of practice (either as a Solicitor, Legal Executive or as a Licenced Conveyancer).  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 practice 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 David Langstone at davidlangstone@brethertons.co.uk for more information on the role or application process, or submit your CV directly to us via our website.    

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 Qualified Lawyer (Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licenced Conveyancer) within our Residential Conveyancing team in our Bicester office. About the Role As a Qualified Lawyer you will provide advice within the Conveyancing sector, based on policy and legislation. You will undertake specialist or technical research and analysis, conduct investigations, and demonstrate effective delegation of procedural, clerical, and administrative tasks to Legal Assistants as appropriate.     About you In order to be successful you must be qualified in the area of practice (either as a solicitor, Legal Executive or as a Licenced Conveyancer).  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 practice 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 practice area goals to be met.  You must be able to build strong working relationships both internally and externally. 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 David Langstone ( davidlangstone@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 .    Regrettably we are unable to accept unsolicited CVs from agencies for this vacancy.

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 Qualified Lawyer (Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licenced Conveyancer) within our Residential Conveyancing team in our Banbury office. About the Role As a Qualified Lawyer you will provide advice within the Conveyancing sector, based on policy and legislation. 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, Legal Executive or as a Licenced Conveyancer).  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 practice 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 practice 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 David Langstone ( davidlangstone@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 .    Regrettably we are unable to accept unsolicited CVs from agencies for this vacancy.

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 add to recruit a Qualified Lawyer (Solicitor or Legal Executive) into our Commercial team in either our Rugby, Banbury or Bicester offices on a full time basis.  About the Role As a Qualified Lawyer you will provide advice to customers within the Commercial Practice Area, based on policy and legislation. You will undertake specialist or technical research and analysis, conduct investigations, and demonstrate effective delegation of procedural, clerical, and administrative tasks to Paralegals, Legal Assistants or Legal Secretaries as appropriate.   You will report to an Associate and/or Head of Practice Area.   About you In order to be successful you must be a qualified lawyer (either as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive).  You must have a robust knowledge of Commercial law – particularly Commercial transactions, along with experience of case management and managing a portfolio of customer matters. You will be accountable for organising your own workload and make independent decisions relating to the area of your responsibility. You will manage fee earning targets to contribute to the fee earning potential for the practice area, and 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 practice 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 David Langstone ( davidlangstone@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. Regrettably we are unable to accept unsolicited CVs from agencies for this vacancy.

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.    

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 Romford 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:  Depends upon the experience of the applicant but would expect to be in the range £35,000 - £60,000 plus a favourable profit sharing package over and above target billing. Holidays:  20 days plus all Bank Holidays Job Type  : Full-time - flexible hours could be negotiated For full details click here

What we are looking for: Outstanding technical knowledge and experience in wills, estate administration, trusts, tax planning, LPAs and Court of Protection work STEP membership and accreditation Proven management and business development experience in a similar role Minimum 8 years PQE or similar knowledge and experience Ability to manage own varied caseload including work for high net worth clients Great communication skills Commercial acumen A sense of urgency and the desire and ability to deliver work ahead of client expectations  Key responsibilities of role:   Management and supervision of other private client fee earners ensuring balanced distribution of work, achievement of billing and other performance targets; Responsibility for maintaining high professional standards of work; Leading the department to ensure provision of organised, client-orientated, efficient and profitable delivery of private client legal services; Strategic reviews of the performance of the department and design and implementation of short, medium and long term plans for improvement and growth of the department; Business development for the team and the firm as a whole through networking, advertising and other marketing to ensure increase in volume of new high quality and profitable work.   This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and commercially minded private client solicitor who is looking to progress their career in a firm that offers a genuinely supportive culture and where striving for excellence in all matters at all times is key.

What we are looking for: Outstanding technical knowledge and experience in wills, estate administration, trusts, tax planning, LPAs and Court of Protection work STEP membership and accreditation (or a desire to become STEP accredited) Minimum 4 years PQE or similar knowledge and experience Ability to manage own varied caseload including work for high net worth clients Great communication skills Commercial acumen A sense of urgency and the desire and ability to deliver work ahead of client expectations  Key responsibilities of role: Responsibility for maintaining high professional standards of work; Provision of organised, client-orientated, efficient and profitable delivery of private client legal services; Business development for the team and the firm as a whole through networking, advertising and other marketing to ensure increase in volume of new high quality and profitable work.  This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious private client solicitor who is looking to progress his or her career in a firm that offers a genuinely supportive culture and where striving for excellence in all matters at all times is key.

Fieldings Porter are looking for an experienced conveyancer to work in their thriving property team.  Applicants may be Solicitors, Legal Executives, Licensed Conveyancers or Paralegals, but experience of running sale and purchase files from start to finish for both residential and commercial transactions is essential, as is a high level of interpersonal skills both in person and on the telephone. Although we have the benefit of modern case management systems, the emphasis at Fieldings Porter is on quality personal service to clients at what is a stressful time for them and the preservation of a good work/life balance for our staff. Pay and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience.  More details are on our website -  https://www.fieldingsporter.co.uk/site/about/recruitment/ Full or part time will be considered.

A mid-size firm, with 6 offices across, Essex Norfolk & Suffolk is looking to appoint a Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or Legal Executive to join its team as Head of Conveyancing. The position is at the Head Office in Chelmsford but the position would be to oversee the Conveyancing Department as a whole. This firm is CQS and Lexcel accredited and prides itself on Client Care.  There is an existing department that currently covers two of the offices in Essex and there are plans to expand this into our Ipswich Branch shortly. The position has become available due to the current Head of Department relocating due to personal reasons. The main purpose of the role is to lead and take responsibility for current conveyancing relationships and to develop new business through current and potential contacts.  It would also be advantageous if you could bring a following. Regular networking and other marketing activities are essential as part of the business development.  If you undertake commercial conveyancing this would also be welcomed. You will have the ability to manage, support and develop the existing 3 other experienced Solicitors by providing technical expertise and delivering legal and regulatory supervision. In addition you will also maintain a quality service across the Conveyancing department as a whole.  You will also work closely with the other Heads of Departments and Partners to raise the profile of the firm as a whole. This is an ideal position for someone looking to have the opportunity to grow the department bring into play innovative and forward thinking ideas.  With plans for growth this is an exciting time to join this firm; you will be afforded a platform to be instrumental in taking the firm to the next level.  If you're interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to the office Manager Wendy Bentley   WBentley@thblegal.com

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family law solicitor to join our successful Family team based in our Milton Keynes office. The candidate will be at least 3 years PQE and will be acting solely for privately paying clients.  The candidate will be expected to continue to develop and build the department and have a willingness to network and market in the business community. Experience in dealing with high value cases would be beneficial.   The successful candidate will inherit a caseload of files in progress and will be expected to generate new work for the department going forward.  Remuneration 25 days annual leave and pension scheme.

Frettens is looking for a Commercial Property Lawyer to join their well respected Commercial Property Team in Christchurch. This is a permanent position and the ideal candidate would be able to work full time. Core values - what we look for in all Frettens staff: Someone who: Is IT literate and confident in learning new processes Has consistently friendly, approachable conduct Doesn’t use jargon with clients Co-operates with colleagues from all teams Enjoys working as part of a team, helping and supporting others Has the ability to work calmly, even under pressure Takes personal pride in their work and responsibility for issues Maintains appropriate client contact Essential qualities: We welcome applications from people with the following essential skills, attributes and experience: A qualified solicitor/ FCILEx with 3+ years’ PQE  Excellent organisational skills Able to convey information accurately and articulately, both verbally and in writing Able to motivate oneself to meet / exceed targets Able to work independently and manage a caseload Able to structure own workload, making best use of resources and time Returns clients calls Aims to sell Frettens on service and values (rather than price alone) and follow up on viable enquiries Has a nurturing and supportive approach to relevant team members reporting in Takes ownership and responsibility for issues Desirable talents: The following abilities would also be desirable: Marketing and networking skills Ability to negotiate and influence Can communicate effectively at all levels Ability to adapt and respond to changes Anticipates clients future needs, sees opportunities for other teams and makes suitable introductions Ability to meet new clients and win new business Salary and benefits: Salary is negotiable dependent on experience. Frettens offers a generous benefits package ( read full list ) which includes private healthcare, life insurance, pension contribution, flexi-time and free / subsidised parking.

Frettens is looking for a Company Lawyer to join their well respected Commercial Team in Christchurch. This is a permanent position and the ideal candidate would be able to work full time. Core values - what we look for in all Frettens staff: Someone who: Is IT literate and confident in learning new processes Has consistently friendly, approachable conduct Doesn’t use jargon with clients Co-operates with colleagues from all teams Enjoys working as part of a team, helping and supporting others Has the ability to work calmly, even under pressure Takes personal pride in their work and responsibility for issues Maintains appropriate client contact Essential qualities: We welcome applications from people with the following essential skills, attributes and experience: A qualified solicitor/ FCILEx with 5+ years’ PQE  Marketing and networking skills  Can communicate effectively at all levels  Ability to negotiate and influence  Able to convey information accurately and articulately, both verbally and in writing  Ability to motivate oneself to meet/exceed targets  Ability to adapt and respond to changes  Shows initiative  Ability to structure own workload, making best use of resources and time  Ability to oversee or collaboratively work with team members and deal with issues as they arise  Has integrity and a client focussed approach Desirable talents: The following abilities would also be desirable: Excellent organisational skills  People management experience  Leadership and business experience Anticipates clients future needs, sees opportunities for other teams and makes suitable introductions Ability to market the team, and firm, and win new business Salary and benefits: Salary is negotiable dependent on experience. Frettens offers a generous benefits package ( read full list ) which includes private healthcare, life insurance, pension contribution, flexi-time and free / subsidised parking.

Taylor Haldane Barlex LLP have a vacancy for a Regulatory Solicitor within their Team based at Chelmsford. Successful candidates need not have previous Regulatory experience albeit it will be considered an advantage, as would experience in Criminal Procedure. This post is ideally suited for 1-2 year PQE although other candidates will be considered. CVs should be sent to  WBentley@thblegal.com