25 jobs found in Colchester

Trainer (12 month Fixed Term Contract) Colchester office   We have a vacancy for a full time Trainer to join our Human Resources and Learning and Development team based in our Colchester office on a 12 month fixed term contract. The successful candidate will be required to travel to our other offices on a regular basis.   The Firm Birkett Long Solicitors are redefining what it means to be a Lawyer.   Based in Essex, with offices in Chelmsford, Basildon and Colchester, Birkett Long focuses on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners and those in our local communities.   We are a modern thinking Legal 500 law firm and this is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice.   The Department HR and L&D work   in partnership with the Firm to enhance the growth of the business whilst building a respectful, collaborative, safe and healthy culture. The team is dedicated to outstanding client service and the desire to meet...

Employment Solicitor (10+ years PQE) BLHR & Employment Team Colchester or Chelmsford Office   The Firm Based in Essex, with offices in Basildon, Chelmsford and Colchester, Birkett Long focuses on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners and those in our local communities.   We are a modern thinking Legal 500 law firm and this is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice.   The Department Birkett Long has significant growth plans over the next five years, including within its Employment and BLHR team.  The team has a strong and growing commercial client base, in large part due to its commitment and development of its innovative services, Birkett Long Human Resources or BLHR. Commercial clients benefit from a comprehensive mix of HR services and employment law support to existing and new commercial clients.   The team also has a strong reputation for of advising and supporting...

Agriculture and Estates Vacancy  Colchester Office    The Firm Birkett Long Solicitors are redefining what it means to be a Lawyer.  Based in Essex, with offices in Chelmsford, Basildon and Colchester, Birkett Long focuses on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners and those in our local communities.   We are a modern thinking Legal 500 law firm and this is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice.   The Department Our Agriculture & Estates team understands farming from a personal and professional perspective, taking into account that farming is more than a business, but a whole generational way of life. We listen to the needs of each farming family and often work with them generation after generation to ensure that we can tailor advice to meet their, and their successors, wishes and aspirations   The Agriculture & Estates team offers a wide range of advice including will provisions; complex tax...

Residential Lawyer - Agriculture and Estates Vacancy  Colchester Office   The Firm Birkett Long Solicitors are redefining what it means to be a Lawyer.  Based in Essex, with offices in Chelmsford, Basildon and Colchester, Birkett Long focuses on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners and those in our local communities.   We are a modern thinking Legal 500 law firm and this is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice.   The Role We have a vacancy for a 4+ year PQE Solicitor/Licenced Conveyancer/Conveyancing Executive/Legal Executive to join our busy and well respected Agriculture and Estates.   Our Agriculture & Estates team understands farming from a personal and professional perspective, taking into account that farming is more than a business, but often a whole generational way of life. We listen to the needs of each farming family and often work with them generation after generation to ensure that we can...

Court of Protection and Inheritance Disputes Lawyer Vacancy    We have a vacancy for a Contested Probate Lawyer with 3-8 years PQE (or equivalent) to join our specialist Court of Protection and Inheritance Disputes Team in our Colchester office.   The Firm  Birkett Long Solicitors are redefining what it means to be a Lawyer.  Based in Essex, with offices in Chelmsford, Basildon and Colchester, Birkett Long focuses on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners and those in our local communities.  We are a modern thinking Legal 500 law firm and this is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice. We invest in our people and offer genuine career progression for the right candidate.   The Department  You will join a niche and highly regarded team (Tier Two of the Legal 500) who provides specialist advice and guides our clients through Wills, Trust and Inheritance disputes as well as disputes arising in the Court of Protection.  In...

The Firm Based in Essex, with offices in Chelmsford, Basildon and Colchester, Birkett Long focuses on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners and those in our local communities. We are a modern thinking, full-service Legal 500 law firm and this is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice. Birkett Long offers a competitive package including 25 days holiday, a flexitime system, private health cover and income protection. The Role We have an exciting new role for a pragmatic and driven part-qualified Patent Attorney to join our highly-regarded Intellectual Property team in the Colchester or Chelmsford office. Applications for the position will be considered on either a full-time or part-time basis. There will furthermore be opportunities to work from home if desired, in line with the Firm’s working from home guidelines. This is a rare opportunity to be a key part of the Intellectual Property team within a Legal 500 law firm....

We have a vacancy for a full-time Team Assistant to join our busy and highly regarded Commercial and Corporate Finance Team in our Chelmsford office.  The Firm  Birkett Long Solicitors are redefining what it means to be a Lawyer.   Based in Essex, with offices in Chelmsford, Basildon and Colchester, Birkett Long focuses on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners and those in our local communities.  We are a modern thinking Legal 500 law firm and this is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice.   The Department Our well respected and busy team act for a variety of clients from UK businesses of major multinationals to locally headquartered PLCs , SME’s and sole traders. Our team members have each carved a niche specialism within the corporate commercial discipline adding further variety to the work.   The Role We have a vacancy for a Team Assistant (secretarial) to join our Commercial and Corporate Finance Team....

The Firm Birkett Long Solicitors are redefining what it means to be a Lawyer.  Based in Essex, with offices in Chelmsford, Basildon and Colchester, Birkett Long focuses on people – our clients, our employees, our business partners and those in our local communities.We are a modern thinking Legal 500 law firm and this is an ideal opportunity to join a successful and thriving practice. The Department Our Agriculture & Estates team understands farming from a personal and professional perspective, taking into account that farming is more than a business, but often a whole generational way of life. We listen to the needs of each farming family and often work with them generation after generation to ensure that we can tailor advice to meet their, and their successors, wishes and aspirations The Agriculture & Estates team offers a wide range of advice including will provisions; complex tax planning; development advice; succession advice; option agreements...

Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced legal cashier to assist in accounts and with our administration. The candidate needs to be naturally enthusiastic, committed and keen to contribute to the growth of the firm. This position would ideally suit someone who has been in this industry for some time who wishes to start working 3 days per week and gradually increase to 4 or 5 days. They should also be able to work extras days if needed to provide holiday cover at prior arrangement. The role will be based at our Romford office. The practice has been established for over 65 years but progressive. Based in Romford, Collier Row and Gidea Park, we act for a wide range of commercial and private sector clients. The role To undertake daily banking functions including bank reconciliations and operation of online banking facilities. The processing of client and office accounting transactions including all postings onto Quill Pinpoint Checking of all...

A multi office High Street, Lexcel accredited practice seeks an experienced residential property legal assistant/paralegal. We seek someone who is naturally enthusiastic, committed and keen to contribute to the growth of the firm. The successful candidate must be experienced specifically, in the area of residential property. They will be assisting a busy senior legal conveyancer and would be based at our Collier Row branch. It would be a benefit, but not essential to have some experience in other departments such as commercial property, private client and family law. 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. Based in Romford, Gidea Park and Collier Row our fee earners are all specialists in their respective fields and act for a wide range of commercial and private sector clients. We are an extremely busy practice with property being one of our busiest departments and growing....

A new opportunity is open for someone 4 years PQE in Family Law to join our MD & Head of Family, Tiina Juhanson Do you want to benefit from an individual ‘Profit Related Pay Bonus Scheme? Are you looking to fast track your career progression? Then read on......... The Candidate We require a minimum of 4 years PQE Family Solicitor to join our busy and impressive Family team. The successful candidate will have experience in handling a varied workload across all areas of private Family Law. These include: Divorce and separation Children matters Separation/Cohabitation agreements Finances Domestic violence injunctions Pre/Post Nuptial agreements Who are we looking for 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...

A new opportunity is open for a newly qualified solicitor in Family Law to join our MD & Head of Family, Tiina Juhanson Do you want to benefit from an individual ‘Profit Related Pay Bonus Scheme? Are you looking to fast track your career progression? Then read on......... The Candidate We require a NQ Family Solicitor with at least 3 years experience in Family Law to join our busy and impressive Family team. The successful candidate will have experience in assisting a varied workload across all areas of private Family Law. These include: Divorce and separation Children matters Separation/Cohabitation agreements Finances Domestic violence injunctions Pre/Post Nuptial agreements Who are we looking for Good communication skills Track of record of achieving career and business development goals; Enthusiasm to engage in networking and practice development activities; Client focused and practical; Demonstrable ability and keen...

Property Solicitor Needed to Join a Friendly Team in Romford, Essex Worried about the future at your current firm? Are you fed up trying to reach 'Impossible Daily Targets? Want to benefit from an individual 'Profit Related Pay Bonus Scheme' If the answer to any of the above is 'Yes' this vacancy will interest you. We are looking for someone who has experience in residential property who would like to join a friendly team. We are extremely busy and have been continuously throughout COVID. We remain totally confident in the growth of our property department in the coming months ahead and this is a permanent role with excellent long term prospects. Who are we? 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 65 years. Our fee earners are all specialists in their respective fields and act for a wide range of commercial and private sector...

We are looking to recruit an experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our Litigation Department. You must have a strong background in landlord and tenant, employment, property related and general civil litigation.  The post would suit a candidate with 3-5 years PQE or equivalent, but all applicants with appropriate experience will be considered. Candidates should be energetic, organised, commercially minded and able to foster and maintain good relationships with clients and agents. You need to be a team player but also a self starter and able to work on your own under pressure.  You must have the ability to get the job done whilst keeping client relationships to a high standard and being a good ambassador for the Firm.  An interest in marketing Litigation to clients and referrers is essential. This position is full time.

We are looking to recruit an experienced Private Client Legal Secretary with good written and spoken communication skills and a high level of computer literacy. This is a full time position at our Canterbury office. Suitable candidates will have experience in: Providing a high level of administrative support in a busy office Carrying out duties in a professional and timely manner Developing and maintaining good client relationships Building strong working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders Answering telephone calls Audio transcription and copy typing Dealing with enquiries from clients and other third parties via email, letter or fax Preparing letters and legal documents Drafting straight forward documents under supervision Filing and general administrative work Managing Outlook diaries Adhering to and promoting the firm’s equality and diversity policy. The position will include client contact. The successful candidate will have...

We are looking to recruit an experienced Solicitor to join our Private Client Department to manage a busy caseload. You must have at least 2 years PQE Private Client with a strong background in extensive Will writing and Probate, preparing wills and powers of attorney, Inheritance tax, Court of protection, Trusts, Estate planning, estate administration. Candidates should be energetic, organised and able to foster and maintain good relationships with clients and agents. You need to be a team player but also able to work on your own under pressure.  You must have the ability to get the job done whilst keeping client relationships to a high standard and a good ambassador for the Firm.

We are looking to recruit an experienced Solicitor to join our Conveyancing Department. This is a full time position at our Canterbury office dealing predominantly with residential conveyancing matters (although experience of commercial conveyancing would be beneficial). Candidates should be energetic, organised, commercially minded and able to foster and maintain good relationships with clients and agents. You need to be a team player but also a self starter and able to work on your own under pressure.  You must have the ability to get the job done whilst keeping client relationships to a high standard and being a good ambassador for the Firm.

Due to an internal promotion, we are looking for a Legal Cashier. The role is full-time – Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm. Salary £25,000 to £28,000 depending on how much further training will be required. Based in our office in central Welwyn Garden City. This role does not include remote working. 25 days holiday. Company Worksave pension scheme. Job Description: As the Legal Cashier your responsibilities will include: Assisting our Accounts Manager to run the accounts in a secure manner according to standard Accounting Principles and always adhering to the Solicitors’ Accounts Rules and practices. For example: Daily Bank Reconciliations. Processing payments and receipts using online banking, but also cheques and credit/debit cards, direct debits and standing orders. Checking and issuing bills to our clients that have been raised by our lawyers. Chasing outstanding bills. The use and control of the different office and client bank accounts. Assisting...

Our excellent, Legal 500 and Chambers ranked Property Team invites applications from Residential Conveyancers of 3+ years PQE.   Your Character Our ideal candidate should: Uphold our firm’s core values of excellence, empathy, and integrity. Have a minimum of 3 years’ post qualification experience as a Residential Conveyancer. Display a sound technical knowledge of property law. Handle their own cases from set-up to post-completion. Take a client-focused approach to every case, with excellent communication skills. Demonstrate the enthusiasm and ambition to develop their career. Support other colleagues and work as part of a fun and friendly team. Your Career We want all our members of staff to have fulfilling, sustainable and long-term careers in law. We will outline a clear path for progression within the firm and support you in pursuing this. You will have the opportunity to attend relevant courses and may work towards specialist qualifications and...

Role Residential Property Paralegal Location  London / Home working Start Date      ASAP Salary Market Rate We are seeking to recruit a Residential Paralegal who is hard working , diligent, self-motivated and a fast learner. Although some experience is desirable it is important that they have the ability to hit the ground running with variety of residential matters. They must have technical knowledge commensurate to their level of experience as well as a pro-active approach to risk management, a willingness to learn. Client care is paramount at DKLM, and the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate when they have gone over and above to provide a top-quality service to the client. They will be keen to progress and grow within the department. Relevant professional training will be provided and career development opportunities available to the right candidate. Essential skills...