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We are looking for Paralegals and Legal Executives to join our expanding Landlord and Tenant team.  Our Landlord and Tenant team has grown to become one of the country’s leading providers of support, advice and claims handling within residential lettings. The team acts for a number of different clients including legal expenses insurers and brokers, managing agents, corporate and private landlords and developers.  The role will focus on landlord and tenant work and necessitates the ability to handle a significant volume of landlord and tenant cases at all stages. We are particularly interested to hear from you if you have previous experience of working in either block management or litigation work. You will possess a strong work ethic, have an excellent and confident telephone manner, highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, and an ability to work with minimum supervision. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic Residential Property Lawyer to join our expanding Dorset offering.  The ideal candidate will be a talented, driven and technically proficient fee earner and will have experience of dealing with a varied caseload, with previous experience of handling the entire residential property process.  The successful candidate will require excellent client care and interpersonal skills, and will be able to demonstrate a keen interest in working with the Head of Department on business development.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our friendly Commercial Property team in our Winchester office. You will work closely with the Lawyers to ensure that we continue to provide our excellent service focussed on the Client’s needs.  The role will include the typing of correspondence and documents (leases, agreements and other property documents), carrying out property and company searches, diary management, form completion, dealing with SDLT returns and Land Registry Applications and other admin related duties. You will ideally have previous experience of working within a legal environment.  However, if you have at least 12 months experience of working within a busy secretarial/PA role, then we would very much like to hear from you.  You will be a team player who is pro-active and organised in their work.  You will also have strong client care skills, take pride in your work and have an excellent eye for detail. Part time – 21 hours (Mon/Tues/Fri)

We are recruiting an experienced Lawyer for our Bournemouth 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 solicitor to join an energetic and fast growing law firm.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Residential Property Lawyer to join our team in Chandler’s Ford. Working with the Head of Department, you will provide mentoring and guidance to the existing legal team, assisting with distribution, allocation and planning of work. You will be working within a fast-paced and progressive environment and will be responsible for running your own mixed caseload, along with managing performance, dealing with complex issues, and promoting development of the team. To be successful in this role you will need to be a qualified lawyer with at least four years’ experience in Residential Property.  You will need proven management/team leader experience and be confident to work with limited supervision.

We have an exciting and new opportunity for a HR Administrator to join the Human Resources team based in our Chandler’s Ford office. We are looking for someone to play a key role in the HR team, providing essential and seamless administration support. Working with the Head of HR and HR Executive, you will help to provide a quality service for our people and support the recruitment process. You will have the opportunity to be heavily involved in the recruitment process as well as providing administrative and generalist support to the HR team. You will need to have previous administrative experience in a professional environment, ideally within HR or Recruitment.  You will be proactive and a problem solver, and you will need to be highly organised with the confidence and communication skills to build relationships with people at every level.

Due to expansion, we have a new role for a Paralegal to join our residential property team in Chandler’s Ford. You will assist our fee earners along with managing your own small caseload, opening files, completing SDLT forms, post completion matters etc. The successful candidate will ideally have a minimum of one years’ experience and will be enthusiastic, driven, and energetic with strong interpersonal and communication skills. This is a fantastic and unique opportunity for an experienced individual looking to progress their career in residential property.

We are looking for an administration assistant to join our driven Residential Property team in Chandler’s Ford.  Working with the fee earners, the role will be to provide a full administrative support service to the team, including: file opening and closing; taking telephone calls; assessing and completing online property forms including Land Registry and Inland Revenue; creating invoices; carrying out online compliance checks; and general day to day administration.  To be considered for this excellent opportunity, you will need to have good communication skills, be keen to learn, and have strong administration skills with excellent attention to detail.  Previous experience in a similar role is desirable.

You will act as a fee earner preparing Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney for clients. Key responsibilities Exercise high standards of client care in a professional and pleasant manner at all times Interviewing clients, taking instructions, keeping detailed file notes when instructions are received and of advice given, meeting clients and other parties Maintaining file checklists Opening files and issuing client care letters Raising further enquiries for clients as necessary Considering, drafting and submitting suitable Wills in accordance with STEP protocol Preparing suitable Lasting Powers of Attorney and accompanying forms Registering Lasting Powers of Attorney on behalf of clients Advising clients on the progress of matters and completing matters on schedule Checking draft documents Ensuring formalities for signing documents are complied with Checking and closing files Arranging storage of original documents Dealing with email, letter, fax and telephone communications promptly Maintaining an adequate and up-to-date knowledge of the law and practice Notifying a partner/HOD as to any complaints received in respect of work undertaken Ensuring the confidentiality and security of all of the firm’s and clients’ documentation and information Complying with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and the SRA Code of Conduct, STEP Protocol and the office manual Maintaining Lexcel compliance on all files Maintaining clear and precise communications with other personnel of the firm Ensuring good working relationships with external institutions and organisations Responding promptly and accurately to requests for information concerning case work from partners, supervisors and fee earners Attending all of the firm’s offices as required and working therein Assisting other colleagues with their work if they’re out of office due to annual leave, sickness etc. Participate in team, office and departmental meetings Participate in marketing initiatives as required Account procedures Obtaining payment on account from clients Preparing private client bills Requesting transfer of money between client and office accounts Referring amendments to cheques and bills to partners for approval, and dealing with the formalities for such amendment Perusing monthly print outs and taking the required action Any other reasonable duties as directed by your manager Person specification Knowledge + experience Essential Previous experience in a similar role, taking instructions for and preparing Wills Experience of dealing with vulnerable clients Able to work using own initiative and to deadlines IT literate, and confident using and adapting to new systems and processes Desirable Experience of preparing LPAs Marketing skills, including knowledge and experience of social media, and networking as a business development tool Qualifications Essential GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths Full clean driving licence Desirable STEP Advanced Certificate in Will Preparation or CILEx Skills + competencies Team orientation Essential Ability to motivate oneself Enjoys working as part of a team to help and supports others Ability to use your own initiative Communication Essential Ability to convey information accurately and make self understood Can communicate effectively with people at all levels People management Essential Ability to prioritise own workload using a systematic approach Able to be fully productive without being prompted and produces good quality work within own abilities Ability to balance tasks, structure own workload to make best use of time and resources, delivers to deadline Customer focus Essential Listens carefully to the client’s situation and needs, asks relevant questions and records correctly Has full understanding of the range of responses and actions available, ensures any commitments made are accurately recorded Is aware of the need to meet clients’ needs Results orientation Essential Ability to work calmly and maintain a disciplined approach to the task under the pressure of deadlines and/or changing objectives Problem solving Essential Able to identify recurring problems within own area of work and take appropriate action Ability to use own initiative in making sound decisions Location and salary You will be based at our Kingswood office Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:15pm (including 1hr unpaid lunch break) but flexible hours will be considered You’ll be office based with travel to other offices for client meetings and home visits using your own car

We have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join our Chandler’s Ford office.    Working with both our Matrimonial and Private Client teams, you will provide full secretarial and administrative support to two lawyers.  Your key duties will include digital dictation, preparing and drafting correspondence and documents using the firm's case management system, preparation of court bundles, liaising with clients, supporting the billing procedure, and providing administrative support. You will also be responsible for arranging client appointments.  You will need to be extremely organised and proactive to provide a high level of professional support.  You will also need to be self-motivated and confident with excellent IT skills.  You will naturally be the first point of call for many clients and will need an empathetic telephone manner along with excellent client care skills.  Previous legal experience is preferred.

As part of the firm’s growth and succession planning programme we are looking for a qualified commercial property solicitor to join our growing team in our Bournemouth office. This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished commercial property solicitor, probably (but not necessarily) with around ten years’ PQE, who enjoys dealing with a mixed bag of work. Applications are invited from technically strong solicitors who are able to demonstrate extensive experience and a skill set in handling complex property work.  You will be committed to delivering a first class service to clients and will be confident to bring your own following of clients.  You will be forward-thinking with excellent commercial acumen and a genuine commitment to business development and client networking.

We are looking for a Dispute Resolution Executive to join our growing Litigation department in our Chandler’s Ford office. The successful candidate will maintain a small caseload of predominately property related low value disputes, along with assisting other fee earners in undertaking property litigation work. You will undertake tasks to assist senior team members with their caseloads including drafting, research, court attendance with Counsel, trial bundle preparation, and preparing disclosure. You will have a keen interest in the legal profession and the willingness to learn and develop.  Ideally, you will have at least one year’s previous experience working within a Litigation department, preferably doing property related work. You will be able to organise and co-ordinate well, and will have great interpersonal skills as you will be communicating with clients, the court and third parties. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to expand on their experience who is passionate about providing the highest standard of client care and satisfaction.

We are seeking an ambitious Lawyer to join our Corporate & Commercial team.  With the aim of supporting the continued growth of our expanding commercial team, we are interested to hear from lawyers and teams who ideally will have established contacts from which to generate new business.  Our existing Corporate & Commercial team has many years experience working for corporate and other business clients.  They have a confident, sound and imaginative approach and are looking for like-minded individuals to join them.  The role will encompass a full spectrum of commercial work ranging from joint ventures and shareholders’ agreements, to management buy-outs and buy-ins, and business growth strategy, in a wide variety of industry sectors.  You should be able to demonstrate extensive experience and a skill set in handling complex commercial work, be confident to bring your own following of clients, and have an enthusiasm for business development.

With a focus on getting the very best from our investments in technology, we have an opening for a newly created role as an IT Application Trainer. You will deliver high calibre in-house training and support on all of our IT applications to all employees and new starters within the firm, including a mix of bespoke systems, Microsoft Office and 365, together with providing guidance on internal IT policy and process. The role will include designing and delivering internal IT project based training and associated material, regular informal ‘floor walking’ support, answering ad-hoc queries from our employees and the help desk, and providing 1:1 desk-side assistance as and when required. You will have well-developed interpersonal and facilitation skills, good oral and written communication skills and a positive and proactive attitude.  You will also be able to work autonomously, with a methodical and logical approach. This position will require regular travel to all of our offices and so a full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential. In addition to having experience and confidence in delivering training in a professional services environment, the successful candidate will have an in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office 2013 or above. Additionally, knowledge of Office 365, SOS Connect / Practice Manager, Solcase / Visualfiles or similar case management software, and BigHand Dictation or similar would be desirable.

We are looking for a Contentious Probate Lawyer to join our Commercial Litigation department in our Bournemouth office.  The ideal candidate will be an established litigator who is used to handling mid to high value litigation and to shouldering responsibility.  The litigation caseload will be predominantly contentious probate, as well as more general dispute resolution.  In addition to a good technical grounding, the candidate will have the ability to present technical legal issues in a clear, approachable and professional way.  The candidate will ideally be around 4 to 8 years PQE, and will have great client facing skills with an ability to develop successful client relationships, and an appetite for business development. 

Vacancy Slade Legal is seeking an ambitious, motivated and talented Private Client Solicitor to lead and develop our established, highly experienced and successful Private Client department. We value our staff and offer a comfortable, sustainable work environment and this role will suit an experienced Private Client solicitor with managerial experience, looking to move to a firm where work life balance is a priority. The Candidate The ideal candidate will either be making a move from a city firm, looking for the opportunity to run a department and make their mark, or they will be an existing Head of Private Client at a leading regional firm. If your specialism is in Private Client and you are looking to lead and manage a department, we want to hear from you. The successful candidate will be a qualified solicitor and preferably STEP qualified. They should demonstrate a detailed knowledge of Private Client work, good technical proficiency and strong attention to detail. They will have excellent client facing skills and the ability to nurture existing clients and third-party relationships as well as the ability to help develop established teams, bring in new business and assist in networking events. Applicants must be able to build upon a successful department and lead the Private Client team whilst managing experienced sub teams based at the branch offices. They will be self-motivated, reliable and demonstrate a professional and conscientious approach to their work. The candidate will carry their own caseload with complete autonomy. Salary/Benefits Negotiable salary, 3% employer pension contributions / 5% employee contributions, 25 days holiday + usual bank holidays. Access to bonus scheme. Local parking costs. How to apply If you would like to apply for this position or if you would simply like to know more, please contact Tracey Waite: HR Manager on 01235 521920 or email tracey.waite@slade-legal.co.uk. For an informal chat please contact Lisa McQueen on 01235 521920 or email lisa.mcqueen@slade-legal.co.uk.

Job Title: Paralegal within the Employers Liability Department  Reporting to: Head of the EL Department Department: EL/PL Department Key Tasks (not an exhaustive list) Dealing with new enquiries and vetting claims Building up their own case load and running the claims from start to finish Assisting other fee earners whilst case load is being build up Drafting letters of claim/claims notification forms Resolving liability Requesting medical records Arranging medical examinations and reviewing incoming reports Valuing claims Liaising with third party insurers/solicitors Negotiating settlements Undertaking fee earning work and providing a profitable contribution to the EL Department. Key Knowledge Essential A basic understanding of personal injury litigation. EL/PL experience is essential Experience Paralegal with at least 1-2 years’ personal injury experience handing claims Experience to include reviewing records, medical reports and drafting CNFs Desirable Experience of using case management systems and time recording (ideally Proclaim). Litigation experience   Key Competencies Good attention to detail. Excellent client care Excellent communication and literacy skills. Flexible attitude to work. Excellent organisational skills.

We are currently looking to recruit a Senior Property Lawyer to develop and grow our commercial property team. Our property team of 7 focuses on transactional work, supporting our corporate colleagues on acquisitions and disposals. We are now looking to expand the team, leveraging our existing client base and developing new business in this area. Our ideal candidate will be providing value driven, commercially focused advice on commercial landlord and tenant matters and development agreements and other commercial property matters. You will have great client relationship skills, a proven track record in business development and be comfortable taking responsibility for driving the development of new business in property with the support of our sales and marketing team. We offer a very different experience to the traditional law firm approach and hope that any driven, ambitious and personable lawyers would find a great home in our growing team. You would be given significant responsibility for shaping and developing the area, along with a very competitive package, including a performance related element linked to your success in winning new clients. There is also flexibility in where the role is based.