Private Client Legal Secretary This well established, and highly reputable law firm are seeking a Legal Secretary to join their Private Client department. The firm are law society accredited for their great legal services and are one of the leading firms in the area. The Private Client team deals with a range of areas including: Will drafting Probate/Estate administration Tax Advice Set up and administration of Trusts Powers of Attorney Court of Protection/Deputyship The chosen candidate needs to be someone who is familiar with all the processes and procedures associated with the Private Client department and can start assisting from day one. This role will be to assist fee earners in their day to day work by providing support and an efficient secretarial and administrative service within the Private client department: Providing full secretarial support including using a digital dictation system to produce correspondence and other documentation related to Private Client matters. Maintenance of comprehensive and accurate client admin files. Drafting of basic Wills, LPAs and Court of Protection applications. Completion of forms relating to tax i.e. Inheritance Tax. Production of attendance notes. Support fee earners in marketing activities. General team administration including photocopying, faxing, filing and scanning. Meeting and greeting clients. Handling telephone enquiries and directing accordingly. Arranging meeting room bookings/travel arrangements. Desired skills and experience: Legal Secretary experience essential within Private Client - at least 6 months. Fast, accurate typing ability, ideally using digital audio systems. Experience of using case management system. IT literate - Microsoft Word / Excel / Outlook / Digital Audio software / Case Management.
21 Mar, 2019
Private Client Legal Secretary This well established, and highly reputable law firm are seeking a Legal Secretary to join their Private Client department. The firm are law society accredited for their great legal services and are one of the leading firms in the area. The Private Client team deals with a range of areas including: Will drafting Probate/Estate administration Tax Advice Set up and administration of Trusts Powers of Attorney Court of Protection/Deputyship The chosen candidate needs to be someone who is familiar with all the processes and procedures associated with the Private Client department and can start assisting from day one. This role will be to assist fee earners in their day to day work by providing support and an efficient secretarial and administrative service within the Private client department: Providing full secretarial support including using a digital dictation system to produce correspondence and other documentation related to Private Client matters. Maintenance of comprehensive and accurate client admin files. Drafting of basic Wills, LPAs and Court of Protection applications. Completion of forms relating to tax i.e. Inheritance Tax. Production of attendance notes. Support fee earners in marketing activities. General team administration including photocopying, faxing, filing and scanning. Meeting and greeting clients. Handling telephone enquiries and directing accordingly. Arranging meeting room bookings/travel arrangements. Desired skills and experience: Legal Secretary experience essential within Private Client - at least 6 months. Fast, accurate typing ability, ideally using digital audio systems. Experience of using case management system. IT literate - Microsoft Word / Excel / Outlook / Digital Audio software / Case Management.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary for one of our clients based in Southampton. We are looking for someone that is able to hit the ground running, you will provide high level administrative support to fee earners and take an active interest in obtaining a thorough understanding of all aspects of client requirements to provide exceptional service levels. Experience as a Legal Secretary is essential AND you must have experience in Family Law. Duties for the Legal Secretary will include: Typing and document production. Manage diaries, ensuring they are up to date and remind Fee Earners of meetings, etc., on a daily basis. Arrange meetings, book conference rooms, refreshments, check rooms prior to meetings, etc., and liaise with other attendees, both internal and external. Organise travel arrangements, book and confirm reservations and deal with related details. Support Fee Earners in marketing activities, including involvement in preparation of tenders and presentations. Take internal and external telephone queries, responding as appropriate, and/or ensuring that all messages are passed on in a timely manner. Enter, maintain and update client details and relevant information on the firm's contacts system. Deal with basic client queries and general administration. The successful Legal Secretary will have: Experience as a Legal Secretary is essential Experience in Family Law is essential Excellent telephone manner and competent knowledge of telephone system. Excellent communication , organisational and team skills. Excellent attention to detail Flexible and dependable, able to take the initiative. Able to remain calm under pressure and work to tight deadlines. Conscientious, approachable and enthusiastic. Able to quickly build confidence, respect and trust with others Have a positive approach to daily tasks and have a solutions focused working method Accurate typing speed of at least 60 words per minute. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Package. If you are interested in the Legal Secretary position, then either call us on or e-mail your CV to us
21 Mar, 2019
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary for one of our clients based in Southampton. We are looking for someone that is able to hit the ground running, you will provide high level administrative support to fee earners and take an active interest in obtaining a thorough understanding of all aspects of client requirements to provide exceptional service levels. Experience as a Legal Secretary is essential AND you must have experience in Family Law. Duties for the Legal Secretary will include: Typing and document production. Manage diaries, ensuring they are up to date and remind Fee Earners of meetings, etc., on a daily basis. Arrange meetings, book conference rooms, refreshments, check rooms prior to meetings, etc., and liaise with other attendees, both internal and external. Organise travel arrangements, book and confirm reservations and deal with related details. Support Fee Earners in marketing activities, including involvement in preparation of tenders and presentations. Take internal and external telephone queries, responding as appropriate, and/or ensuring that all messages are passed on in a timely manner. Enter, maintain and update client details and relevant information on the firm's contacts system. Deal with basic client queries and general administration. The successful Legal Secretary will have: Experience as a Legal Secretary is essential Experience in Family Law is essential Excellent telephone manner and competent knowledge of telephone system. Excellent communication , organisational and team skills. Excellent attention to detail Flexible and dependable, able to take the initiative. Able to remain calm under pressure and work to tight deadlines. Conscientious, approachable and enthusiastic. Able to quickly build confidence, respect and trust with others Have a positive approach to daily tasks and have a solutions focused working method Accurate typing speed of at least 60 words per minute. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Package. If you are interested in the Legal Secretary position, then either call us on or e-mail your CV to us
Conveyancing Assistant. An opportunity has arisen within one of the UK's leading conveyancing firms for an experienced Conveyancing Assistant based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. If you are a Conveyancing Assistant frustrated at the lack of progression with your current firm, this could be the perfect role for you. The firm is looking for a Conveyancing Assistant to assist with a caseload of Residential Conveyancing Sale and Purchase transactions. You will be supporting a senior conveyancer to achieve conversion and customer service targets. You will have exposure to a wealth of experience to enable your own development and progression within the role. Duties will include chasing third parties, chasing monies from lenders, dealing with completions, inputting and interpreting data, preparing to send and checking legal documents, drafting contracts on sale transactions, and interpreting and inputting mortgage offers on purchase transactions. This multi-site firm offers a clear and achievable progression route for those wanting to achieve more. In addition to this, the firm is known for its working environment and benefits package. An outstanding benefits package is on offer, to include a bonus scheme, 25 days holiday, paid birthday leave, casual dress code, life assurance, pension scheme, car parking, free social events, and free legal services. As well as flexible working hours, the office also has a brilliant work-life balance, so working late will be a thing of the past! If you are a Conveyancing Assistant based in Leeds and feel you would be able to hit the ground running in the above role, please get in touch with me asap. Rachael Atherton. .
21 Mar, 2019
Conveyancing Assistant. An opportunity has arisen within one of the UK's leading conveyancing firms for an experienced Conveyancing Assistant based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. If you are a Conveyancing Assistant frustrated at the lack of progression with your current firm, this could be the perfect role for you. The firm is looking for a Conveyancing Assistant to assist with a caseload of Residential Conveyancing Sale and Purchase transactions. You will be supporting a senior conveyancer to achieve conversion and customer service targets. You will have exposure to a wealth of experience to enable your own development and progression within the role. Duties will include chasing third parties, chasing monies from lenders, dealing with completions, inputting and interpreting data, preparing to send and checking legal documents, drafting contracts on sale transactions, and interpreting and inputting mortgage offers on purchase transactions. This multi-site firm offers a clear and achievable progression route for those wanting to achieve more. In addition to this, the firm is known for its working environment and benefits package. An outstanding benefits package is on offer, to include a bonus scheme, 25 days holiday, paid birthday leave, casual dress code, life assurance, pension scheme, car parking, free social events, and free legal services. As well as flexible working hours, the office also has a brilliant work-life balance, so working late will be a thing of the past! If you are a Conveyancing Assistant based in Leeds and feel you would be able to hit the ground running in the above role, please get in touch with me asap. Rachael Atherton. .
A very rare opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal to join a Top 100 Law Firm and starting a Training Contract next year. The successful Paralegal must have Commercial Litigation experience from a City/National law firm. The partners you can look forward to working with will have trained and practiced at Magic Circle firms, US firms, Top 20 firms and litigation boutiques. The quality of work will be excellent and as the teams are smaller your role in the matters will be vital and you will be given more responsibility than a typical Paralegal role. The successful Paralegal will be trusted with a high level of responsibility from day one and can look forward to producing court documents, bundles and statements with minimal supervision. A strong academic background is essential, for example this would be A's and B's at A-Level, at least a 2.1, and a Distinction in the LPC. Ideally you will have a minimum of 12 months Commercial Litigation experience. The role is ideally to start asap, but applications will still be considered from paralegals with a months notice. Once the Training Contract starts the Paralegal will have a varied seat selection including Commercial Litigation, Corporate, Finance, Insurance, Tax, IP, Employment, Private Client and Real Estate. Apply today for this rare Paralegal - Leading to a Training Contract vacancy. It is EJ Legal's policy, as a matter of courtesy to respond to all applications within three working days. However because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to respond to individual candidates. If we have not contacted you within three working days your application has been unsuccessful and your details have not been retained. Please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. EJ Legal is a Recruitment Agency and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients. Thank you.
21 Mar, 2019
A very rare opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal to join a Top 100 Law Firm and starting a Training Contract next year. The successful Paralegal must have Commercial Litigation experience from a City/National law firm. The partners you can look forward to working with will have trained and practiced at Magic Circle firms, US firms, Top 20 firms and litigation boutiques. The quality of work will be excellent and as the teams are smaller your role in the matters will be vital and you will be given more responsibility than a typical Paralegal role. The successful Paralegal will be trusted with a high level of responsibility from day one and can look forward to producing court documents, bundles and statements with minimal supervision. A strong academic background is essential, for example this would be A's and B's at A-Level, at least a 2.1, and a Distinction in the LPC. Ideally you will have a minimum of 12 months Commercial Litigation experience. The role is ideally to start asap, but applications will still be considered from paralegals with a months notice. Once the Training Contract starts the Paralegal will have a varied seat selection including Commercial Litigation, Corporate, Finance, Insurance, Tax, IP, Employment, Private Client and Real Estate. Apply today for this rare Paralegal - Leading to a Training Contract vacancy. It is EJ Legal's policy, as a matter of courtesy to respond to all applications within three working days. However because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to respond to individual candidates. If we have not contacted you within three working days your application has been unsuccessful and your details have not been retained. Please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. EJ Legal is a Recruitment Agency and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients. Thank you.
Ideal Personnel and Recruitment Solutions
Bletchley, Milton Keynes, UK
Our client has a vacancy for a Paralegal - Commercial Property - to join their busy Milton Keynes Commercial Property team. Some legal experience is required, and work involved will include Stamp Duty Land Tax calculations, Land Registry applications and carrying out research for other team members in the department. Travel between offices may be required. Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application. We will only contact those candidates short-listed for this role. If you have not heard from us within 7 days please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so. We will retain your details on file and contact you should a suitable vacancy become available.
21 Mar, 2019
Our client has a vacancy for a Paralegal - Commercial Property - to join their busy Milton Keynes Commercial Property team. Some legal experience is required, and work involved will include Stamp Duty Land Tax calculations, Land Registry applications and carrying out research for other team members in the department. Travel between offices may be required. Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application. We will only contact those candidates short-listed for this role. If you have not heard from us within 7 days please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so. We will retain your details on file and contact you should a suitable vacancy become available.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
South Burlington, VT, USA
In-House Corporate Lawyer Job in Wiltshire 5+ PQE Your new company Market leaders, this global manufacturing company pride themselves on their vibrant culture, latest devices and a relaxed dress code reflecting their vibrant spirit. Based in the South West and commutable from Bristol, Cheltenham and Thames Valley locations, their legal team are geared towards creativity, innovation and ambition. This is a great opportunity for a senior corporate commercial lawyer to be part of an active and engaged team committed to enabling continued commercial success. Your new role As a lead lawyer within the team, you undertake a role supporting the business's Research and New Product Innovations teams, as well as leading on investments and M&A activity, global company secretarial and corporate governance work and providing support to the Group Treasury, Finance and Tax functions. What you need to succeed You will have a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience in a corporate commercial role, ideally in-house, and an ability to apply that knowledge in a practical and pragmatic way. You will be technically excellent with a pro-active mindset and the confidence and ability to deal with issues outside your expertise as well as being able to learn quickly on the job. You will have extensive corporate and M&A law experience and will be proficient in drafting, reviewing and negotiating on commercial contracts. You must have good awareness of the role of the legal function in a large business and have the ability to contribute actively in the taking of key business decisions. An appetite to learn new skills and the versatility and technical ability to deal with issues outside of your experience and learn quickly on the job is desirable; you will also possess the confidence and gravitas to challenge decisions and actions when required. What you will get in return This is a great opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to join a contemporary business focused on making change happen and handle quality work. You will enjoy a competitive salary, a profit-related bonus, generous leave and life insurance. On top of this you can expect rapid professional growth, leadership development and new opportunities. If you are interested in learning more about this position, please contact Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal for further details. What you need to do now If you are interested in applying for this position click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new role, please contact Harriet Chapman in complete confidence at Hays on . We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
21 Mar, 2019
In-House Corporate Lawyer Job in Wiltshire 5+ PQE Your new company Market leaders, this global manufacturing company pride themselves on their vibrant culture, latest devices and a relaxed dress code reflecting their vibrant spirit. Based in the South West and commutable from Bristol, Cheltenham and Thames Valley locations, their legal team are geared towards creativity, innovation and ambition. This is a great opportunity for a senior corporate commercial lawyer to be part of an active and engaged team committed to enabling continued commercial success. Your new role As a lead lawyer within the team, you undertake a role supporting the business's Research and New Product Innovations teams, as well as leading on investments and M&A activity, global company secretarial and corporate governance work and providing support to the Group Treasury, Finance and Tax functions. What you need to succeed You will have a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience in a corporate commercial role, ideally in-house, and an ability to apply that knowledge in a practical and pragmatic way. You will be technically excellent with a pro-active mindset and the confidence and ability to deal with issues outside your expertise as well as being able to learn quickly on the job. You will have extensive corporate and M&A law experience and will be proficient in drafting, reviewing and negotiating on commercial contracts. You must have good awareness of the role of the legal function in a large business and have the ability to contribute actively in the taking of key business decisions. An appetite to learn new skills and the versatility and technical ability to deal with issues outside of your experience and learn quickly on the job is desirable; you will also possess the confidence and gravitas to challenge decisions and actions when required. What you will get in return This is a great opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to join a contemporary business focused on making change happen and handle quality work. You will enjoy a competitive salary, a profit-related bonus, generous leave and life insurance. On top of this you can expect rapid professional growth, leadership development and new opportunities. If you are interested in learning more about this position, please contact Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal for further details. What you need to do now If you are interested in applying for this position click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new role, please contact Harriet Chapman in complete confidence at Hays on . We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
We are currently recruiting for a Secretarial Manager to work in the London office of our client, an elite tier Global law firm in the heart of the City. This will be on a 12 month fixed-term contract basis and a highly competitive salary of up to £60,000 is on offer. The successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining an effective and efficient support network to all practice areas within the London office. This is a fully involved position, managing full workflow coordination, leading and supporting with the Secretarial Team Leaders and fee-earners, liaising with HR in regards to recruitment and L&D as well as chairing meetings and ensuring a firm-wide service of excellence. Suitable candidates for the role with have circa 5 years' experience in a City/US law firm in a supervisory secretarial capacity; gained from any practice area within a legal environment. Do not delay in applying quoting ref: USLS-SM19. All successful applicants will be contacted directly by US Law Support whereby a full job description will be supervised.
21 Mar, 2019
We are currently recruiting for a Secretarial Manager to work in the London office of our client, an elite tier Global law firm in the heart of the City. This will be on a 12 month fixed-term contract basis and a highly competitive salary of up to £60,000 is on offer. The successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining an effective and efficient support network to all practice areas within the London office. This is a fully involved position, managing full workflow coordination, leading and supporting with the Secretarial Team Leaders and fee-earners, liaising with HR in regards to recruitment and L&D as well as chairing meetings and ensuring a firm-wide service of excellence. Suitable candidates for the role with have circa 5 years' experience in a City/US law firm in a supervisory secretarial capacity; gained from any practice area within a legal environment. Do not delay in applying quoting ref: USLS-SM19. All successful applicants will be contacted directly by US Law Support whereby a full job description will be supervised.
Julie Rose Recruitment
Blackheath, Guildford GU4 8QU, UK
Our client based in Blackheath are looking for a Legal Secretary with Litigation experience to cover a temporary assignment. The right candidate will be available immediately and will have at least a year within Litigation. Dates: 4th to 25th March Location: Blackheath Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 Pro Rata Main Duties for the Litigation Legal Secretary: Diary management Document production: accurate, presentable, digital dictation, filing, manage database, photocopying and postal duties Formatting legal documents Client services - provide refreshments for clients or department if requested, meet and greet Ensure confidentiality at all times Receive telephone messages, direct calls, complete notes and record on file Person Specification for the Litigation Legal Secretary: Experienced Litigation Secretary Excellent ICT skills including Microsoft Office packages Typing speed of 65wpm legal Possess excellent written and verbal skills Professional, well organised, numerate and proactive individual Helpful, presentable and pleasant nature You will be working within a small, friendly team environment and will have a handover period with another member of the team. If you can start slightly earlier than the 4th March, you may get a longer handover period. This company prides itself on offering its clients a very personal service.
21 Mar, 2019
Our client based in Blackheath are looking for a Legal Secretary with Litigation experience to cover a temporary assignment. The right candidate will be available immediately and will have at least a year within Litigation. Dates: 4th to 25th March Location: Blackheath Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 Pro Rata Main Duties for the Litigation Legal Secretary: Diary management Document production: accurate, presentable, digital dictation, filing, manage database, photocopying and postal duties Formatting legal documents Client services - provide refreshments for clients or department if requested, meet and greet Ensure confidentiality at all times Receive telephone messages, direct calls, complete notes and record on file Person Specification for the Litigation Legal Secretary: Experienced Litigation Secretary Excellent ICT skills including Microsoft Office packages Typing speed of 65wpm legal Possess excellent written and verbal skills Professional, well organised, numerate and proactive individual Helpful, presentable and pleasant nature You will be working within a small, friendly team environment and will have a handover period with another member of the team. If you can start slightly earlier than the 4th March, you may get a longer handover period. This company prides itself on offering its clients a very personal service.
A top law firm are looking for a Legal Administrator on a permanent basis to provide support in their Charity department. The successful candidate will be involved across the whole department working with lawyers carrying out their day-to-day work. As a Legal Administrator you will be carrying out a variety of tasks such as helping to ensure that lawyers are compliant with various regulations including anti money laundering regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Administrator who is interested in working in the legal sector and working closely with a busy and dynamic team. It is EJLegal's policy, as a matter of courtesy to respond to all applications within three working days. However because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to respond to individual candidates. If we have not contacted you within three working days your application has been unsuccessful and your details have not been retained. Please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. EJ Legal is a Recruitment Agency and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients. Thank you.
21 Mar, 2019
A top law firm are looking for a Legal Administrator on a permanent basis to provide support in their Charity department. The successful candidate will be involved across the whole department working with lawyers carrying out their day-to-day work. As a Legal Administrator you will be carrying out a variety of tasks such as helping to ensure that lawyers are compliant with various regulations including anti money laundering regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Administrator who is interested in working in the legal sector and working closely with a busy and dynamic team. It is EJLegal's policy, as a matter of courtesy to respond to all applications within three working days. However because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to respond to individual candidates. If we have not contacted you within three working days your application has been unsuccessful and your details have not been retained. Please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. EJ Legal is a Recruitment Agency and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients. Thank you.
Head of Residential Conveyancing A Head of Residential Conveyancing is wanted for a fantastic Worcestershire based opportunity with a ambitious and dynamic High Street law firm which is commutable from Worcester, Redditch, Stourbridge and Halesowen. Applications are invited from technically strong qualified Residential Conveyancers looking for an opportunity to utilise their technical skills and move their careers on in a supportive working environment. Salary is upto £55K and negotiable, depending on experience and comes with excellent benefits. An expanding, specialist property law department within a well established law firm my client delivers a high quality legal service to a client base that includes small to medium sized business, the high street and high net worth individuals. The successful Head of Residential Conveyancing will join a busy, friendly team managing a full and varied caseload of freehold and leasehold sales and purchases from start to finish whilst also managing a small team of Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Secretaries. Managerial experience in Residential Conveyancing is essential for this role Applications are invited from technically strong Residential Conveyancers looking for the salary and responsibility that is the measure of their experience. The successful candidate will possess at least 5 years experience gained in a busy high street, regional or volume conveyancing environment and possess the confidence to hit the ground running managing all types of conveyancing transaction. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Residential Property Solicitor who is looking to join a law firm with an enviable reputation in the area. Benefits include 27 days holiday, Private Healthcare, Mobile Phone and much more!! Apply now for immediate consideration!!! Please contact Chris Hodgson, Legal Recruitment Consultant, to discuss the role in more detail or apply through the vacancy for immediate consideration. Douglas Scott are the Legal Recruitment experts and the UK's leading law firms trust us with their legal vacancies. You can therefore apply for our Midlands based legal jobs with confidence, we are a regulated employment agency and will discuss this role with you and seek your approval before submitting your application directly to the decision maker. Please see our website for more legal jobs in the Birmingham and Midlands areas.
21 Mar, 2019
Head of Residential Conveyancing A Head of Residential Conveyancing is wanted for a fantastic Worcestershire based opportunity with a ambitious and dynamic High Street law firm which is commutable from Worcester, Redditch, Stourbridge and Halesowen. Applications are invited from technically strong qualified Residential Conveyancers looking for an opportunity to utilise their technical skills and move their careers on in a supportive working environment. Salary is upto £55K and negotiable, depending on experience and comes with excellent benefits. An expanding, specialist property law department within a well established law firm my client delivers a high quality legal service to a client base that includes small to medium sized business, the high street and high net worth individuals. The successful Head of Residential Conveyancing will join a busy, friendly team managing a full and varied caseload of freehold and leasehold sales and purchases from start to finish whilst also managing a small team of Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Secretaries. Managerial experience in Residential Conveyancing is essential for this role Applications are invited from technically strong Residential Conveyancers looking for the salary and responsibility that is the measure of their experience. The successful candidate will possess at least 5 years experience gained in a busy high street, regional or volume conveyancing environment and possess the confidence to hit the ground running managing all types of conveyancing transaction. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Residential Property Solicitor who is looking to join a law firm with an enviable reputation in the area. Benefits include 27 days holiday, Private Healthcare, Mobile Phone and much more!! Apply now for immediate consideration!!! Please contact Chris Hodgson, Legal Recruitment Consultant, to discuss the role in more detail or apply through the vacancy for immediate consideration. Douglas Scott are the Legal Recruitment experts and the UK's leading law firms trust us with their legal vacancies. You can therefore apply for our Midlands based legal jobs with confidence, we are a regulated employment agency and will discuss this role with you and seek your approval before submitting your application directly to the decision maker. Please see our website for more legal jobs in the Birmingham and Midlands areas.
Residential Property Solicitor. My client is a well established leading law firm in Surrey and has a fantastic opportunity an experienced Residential Conveyancing Solicitor to join their established and friendly team based in Woking. The successful candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of PQE with an in-depth technical experience of a full range of cases such as sales, purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity but also it would be an advantage to have experience in light commercial conveyancing. As this is a senior hire within the department there will be an expectation to help the department continue to grow through networking and business development. In return, my client is offering a good salary and benefits package plus a really supportive and friendly environment to work in and a great work/life balance. This client has a tried and tested career progression structure for their employees and like to promote from within where possible. If you would like to discuss this Surrey-based opportunity further, please contact Loraine Silvester at G2 Legal, or please click the "apply" button to submit your CV.
21 Mar, 2019
Residential Property Solicitor. My client is a well established leading law firm in Surrey and has a fantastic opportunity an experienced Residential Conveyancing Solicitor to join their established and friendly team based in Woking. The successful candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of PQE with an in-depth technical experience of a full range of cases such as sales, purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity but also it would be an advantage to have experience in light commercial conveyancing. As this is a senior hire within the department there will be an expectation to help the department continue to grow through networking and business development. In return, my client is offering a good salary and benefits package plus a really supportive and friendly environment to work in and a great work/life balance. This client has a tried and tested career progression structure for their employees and like to promote from within where possible. If you would like to discuss this Surrey-based opportunity further, please contact Loraine Silvester at G2 Legal, or please click the "apply" button to submit your CV.
Room At The Top Recruitment
Takeley, Bishop's Stortford CM22, UK
Legal Assistant/Paralegal An opportunity has become available for a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to work for our professional client based in Bishop's Stortford. The position will be working within the Conveyancing Department and candidates should ideally have some Paralegal/Legal Support experience, although our client would also consider a Trainee Paralegal for this role. The successful candidate will be required to assist conveyancing fee earners with all elements of work required on conveyancing matters, including client contact. Process conveyancing work under supervision of and as directed by a conveyancing manager, developing own skills and knowledge of conveyancing requirements. Depending on qualifications and experience, our client would offer a salary of £17,500 for a trainee, £19,000 for a Paralegal and between £22,500 - £26,000 for a highly experienced Senior Paralegal. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Directly assisting a fee earner with all legal work required on conveyancing transactions, both sale and purchases. Liaising closely with clients and other relevant parties to ensure that files are progressed smoothly. Drafting of legal documentation, e.g. sale contracts, transfers and completion statements. Assisting with incoming post, e.g. checking forms and dealing with enquiries. Exchange checks and preparing files for completion. Sending and receiving funds on completion; invoicing, payment of stamp duty etc. Complete work to a high standard within deadlines required. To ensure the confidentiality and security of the firm's and client documentation and information. To become progressively aware of all aspects of the business and the firm's products in order to act constructively when dealing with legal work. To have conduct of such matters as are allocated to you within your own skills and experience. To undertake any specific training when required to do so and overall to have a responsibility towards self-development. To co-operate with your manager and Directors/fee earners and carry out work as directed by them. To be in attendance as required, catering for the needs of clients and the practice as a whole. Other tasks as required by the fee earner OTHER DUTIES To have conduct of such matters as are allocated to you within your own skills and experience. To undertake any specific training when required to do so and overall to have a responsibility towards self-development.
21 Mar, 2019
Legal Assistant/Paralegal An opportunity has become available for a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to work for our professional client based in Bishop's Stortford. The position will be working within the Conveyancing Department and candidates should ideally have some Paralegal/Legal Support experience, although our client would also consider a Trainee Paralegal for this role. The successful candidate will be required to assist conveyancing fee earners with all elements of work required on conveyancing matters, including client contact. Process conveyancing work under supervision of and as directed by a conveyancing manager, developing own skills and knowledge of conveyancing requirements. Depending on qualifications and experience, our client would offer a salary of £17,500 for a trainee, £19,000 for a Paralegal and between £22,500 - £26,000 for a highly experienced Senior Paralegal. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Directly assisting a fee earner with all legal work required on conveyancing transactions, both sale and purchases. Liaising closely with clients and other relevant parties to ensure that files are progressed smoothly. Drafting of legal documentation, e.g. sale contracts, transfers and completion statements. Assisting with incoming post, e.g. checking forms and dealing with enquiries. Exchange checks and preparing files for completion. Sending and receiving funds on completion; invoicing, payment of stamp duty etc. Complete work to a high standard within deadlines required. To ensure the confidentiality and security of the firm's and client documentation and information. To become progressively aware of all aspects of the business and the firm's products in order to act constructively when dealing with legal work. To have conduct of such matters as are allocated to you within your own skills and experience. To undertake any specific training when required to do so and overall to have a responsibility towards self-development. To co-operate with your manager and Directors/fee earners and carry out work as directed by them. To be in attendance as required, catering for the needs of clients and the practice as a whole. Other tasks as required by the fee earner OTHER DUTIES To have conduct of such matters as are allocated to you within your own skills and experience. To undertake any specific training when required to do so and overall to have a responsibility towards self-development.
We are now only seeking Paralegals with PI experience JK Law is a Law Firm based in Derby, soon to relocate from city centre to Pride Park . We have a reputation for excellence and professionalism. We specialise in Personal Injury. We are committed to our four core principles - Dedication, Integrity and Professionalism and we are looking for a personal injury claimant solicitor with at least three years post qualification experience to join our growing team. Benefits: Free coffee Facilities 28 paid days holidays Free Parking (once relocated to Pride Park) Negotiable Salary - based on experience Day-to-Day:This is an overview of what the job entails, it is not an exhaustive list Prepare files for litigation Settle on going cases with third party insurers Prepare cases for stage 3 hearings
21 Mar, 2019
We are now only seeking Paralegals with PI experience JK Law is a Law Firm based in Derby, soon to relocate from city centre to Pride Park . We have a reputation for excellence and professionalism. We specialise in Personal Injury. We are committed to our four core principles - Dedication, Integrity and Professionalism and we are looking for a personal injury claimant solicitor with at least three years post qualification experience to join our growing team. Benefits: Free coffee Facilities 28 paid days holidays Free Parking (once relocated to Pride Park) Negotiable Salary - based on experience Day-to-Day:This is an overview of what the job entails, it is not an exhaustive list Prepare files for litigation Settle on going cases with third party insurers Prepare cases for stage 3 hearings
Job title: Wills & Probate Solicitor / Legal Executive / Fee earner Are You? dreaming of presenting to work in under 30 minutes door to door? What if you were able to choose your hours and days to suit your current circumstances. If you are a Private Client Lawyer. With current knowledge in Wills, Probate, trusts, Lasting Powers of Attorney, look no further What's in it for you? The salary is up to £52,000 pa pro rate, plus pension, 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, with Christmas off without using our holiday entitlement. A performance-based bonus is also available. A bit about the company A business that has organically grown over the last 8 years since inception, now boasting 2 offices, covering all aspects of family law. Located in a beautiful part of Essex, on the outskirts of Chelmsford City. This is a near paperless environment, allowing for home working if required. The role To forge relationships with both existing clientele and new alike, manage your own case load of private clients in co9nnection with Wills, Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Trusts. Development of new business between existing links and other local businesses for referrals. You will be fully supported by the business with any marketing needs, personal development and training. Is this you? Private client lawyer with current knowledge / experience of Wills, Probate, trusts and Lasting Powers of Attorney, preferably with 5 years post qualified experience PQE and STEP Qualified. Get in touch Call today to speak with Sue Rushbrook at One to One Personnel on 0144 or email
21 Mar, 2019
Job title: Wills & Probate Solicitor / Legal Executive / Fee earner Are You? dreaming of presenting to work in under 30 minutes door to door? What if you were able to choose your hours and days to suit your current circumstances. If you are a Private Client Lawyer. With current knowledge in Wills, Probate, trusts, Lasting Powers of Attorney, look no further What's in it for you? The salary is up to £52,000 pa pro rate, plus pension, 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, with Christmas off without using our holiday entitlement. A performance-based bonus is also available. A bit about the company A business that has organically grown over the last 8 years since inception, now boasting 2 offices, covering all aspects of family law. Located in a beautiful part of Essex, on the outskirts of Chelmsford City. This is a near paperless environment, allowing for home working if required. The role To forge relationships with both existing clientele and new alike, manage your own case load of private clients in co9nnection with Wills, Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Trusts. Development of new business between existing links and other local businesses for referrals. You will be fully supported by the business with any marketing needs, personal development and training. Is this you? Private client lawyer with current knowledge / experience of Wills, Probate, trusts and Lasting Powers of Attorney, preferably with 5 years post qualified experience PQE and STEP Qualified. Get in touch Call today to speak with Sue Rushbrook at One to One Personnel on 0144 or email
RTA Litigator My client is a national firm who are looking to recruit an RTA Litigator for their growing team in Leeds. The successful candidate will be handling complex Litigated RTA cases from inception through to conclusion. My client is a specialist law firm and they are looking to add to their current Personal Injury team. The role will mostly be fast track files with some multi-track, with complex and more technical files. Candidates will be expected to handle files from start through to conclusion, with a very high percentage being Litigated files. Candidates are expected to have a minimum of 1 years experience and have Part 7 experience. The firm offers all support, training and development opportunities for a career driven individual - as well as industry leading benefits and bonus. Home working is available. If you are an experienced RTA Litigator who is looking to join an exceptional national firm in West Yorkshire, offering an exceptional work life balance, quality work, and a great remuneration package - then please apply now! Please contact Alex Groom, Legal Recruitment Consultant, to discuss the role in more detail or apply through the vacancy for immediate consideration. Douglas Scott are a legal recruitment expert and the UK's leading law firms trust us with their legal vacancies. You can therefore apply for our Leeds and Yorkshire legal jobs with confidence. We are a regulated recruitment consultancy and will discuss this role and seek your approval before submitting an application directly to the decision maker. Please see our website for more legal positions.
21 Mar, 2019
RTA Litigator My client is a national firm who are looking to recruit an RTA Litigator for their growing team in Leeds. The successful candidate will be handling complex Litigated RTA cases from inception through to conclusion. My client is a specialist law firm and they are looking to add to their current Personal Injury team. The role will mostly be fast track files with some multi-track, with complex and more technical files. Candidates will be expected to handle files from start through to conclusion, with a very high percentage being Litigated files. Candidates are expected to have a minimum of 1 years experience and have Part 7 experience. The firm offers all support, training and development opportunities for a career driven individual - as well as industry leading benefits and bonus. Home working is available. If you are an experienced RTA Litigator who is looking to join an exceptional national firm in West Yorkshire, offering an exceptional work life balance, quality work, and a great remuneration package - then please apply now! Please contact Alex Groom, Legal Recruitment Consultant, to discuss the role in more detail or apply through the vacancy for immediate consideration. Douglas Scott are a legal recruitment expert and the UK's leading law firms trust us with their legal vacancies. You can therefore apply for our Leeds and Yorkshire legal jobs with confidence. We are a regulated recruitment consultancy and will discuss this role and seek your approval before submitting an application directly to the decision maker. Please see our website for more legal positions.
We are currently working with a specialist law firm in their search for a Trade Mark Formalities Paralegal for a 12 Month FTC. You will be responsible for providing a full, high-quality Formalities service to the Trade Mark Attorneys of the firm. Key responsibilities include: Providing administrative support for the legal formalities' of clients trade marks and designs Ensuring trade mark filing, action and renewals deadlines are met Progressing actions of Partners and Attorneys Preparing all legal documentation needed to support renewal of trade marks and designs Maintaining records system Tracking status of cases and maintaining due date diary system Liaising with Partners and Associates, ensuring actions are progressed Producing correspondence for clients and trade mark authorities Obtaining cost estimates for new registrations and due renewals from foreign attorneys and official offices Candidates should have a strong trade mark formalities background and have an excellent attention to detail.
21 Mar, 2019
We are currently working with a specialist law firm in their search for a Trade Mark Formalities Paralegal for a 12 Month FTC. You will be responsible for providing a full, high-quality Formalities service to the Trade Mark Attorneys of the firm. Key responsibilities include: Providing administrative support for the legal formalities' of clients trade marks and designs Ensuring trade mark filing, action and renewals deadlines are met Progressing actions of Partners and Attorneys Preparing all legal documentation needed to support renewal of trade marks and designs Maintaining records system Tracking status of cases and maintaining due date diary system Liaising with Partners and Associates, ensuring actions are progressed Producing correspondence for clients and trade mark authorities Obtaining cost estimates for new registrations and due renewals from foreign attorneys and official offices Candidates should have a strong trade mark formalities background and have an excellent attention to detail.
This specialist Costs firm are looking to appoint a Graduate/Trainee Law Costs Draftsman to join their York office. You would be dealing with a range of areas of law, i.e. Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, Family, Court of Protection Costs and more; You may have recently graduated and want a career in Costs or you may previously have a paralegal/finance and fancy the transition across into the Law Costs field to kick start your career. Also, if you have previous caseload, drafting, negotiations, litigation experience and have necessary transferable skills then this position may suit you. You don't necessarily have to have Costs experience. The salary is dependent on experience, but they will consider all Levels of Candidates. My client offers excellent training and career progression. If you think this opportunity is exactly what you are looking for, please follow the link provided to express your interest in this vacancy
21 Mar, 2019
This specialist Costs firm are looking to appoint a Graduate/Trainee Law Costs Draftsman to join their York office. You would be dealing with a range of areas of law, i.e. Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, Family, Court of Protection Costs and more; You may have recently graduated and want a career in Costs or you may previously have a paralegal/finance and fancy the transition across into the Law Costs field to kick start your career. Also, if you have previous caseload, drafting, negotiations, litigation experience and have necessary transferable skills then this position may suit you. You don't necessarily have to have Costs experience. The salary is dependent on experience, but they will consider all Levels of Candidates. My client offers excellent training and career progression. If you think this opportunity is exactly what you are looking for, please follow the link provided to express your interest in this vacancy
A legal secretary is being sought by a commercial property team in Norwich. You will be expected to provide full secretarial support to fee earners in the department performing such tasks as diary management, audio and copy typing, file management and other administration tasks to assist with the smooth and efficient running of the department. It is envisaged you will have a minimum typing speed of 60WPM. A minimum of 6 months experience of working in a legal secretarial position is required in order to be considered for this role. Experience of commercial property would be beneficial but not essential. Joining one of the strongest and most well respected commercial firms in the East Anglia area the workload will be varied and interesting and of excellent commercial quality. You will be working on some of the most exciting and high value commercial property projects in the area and will be a key member of the team in ensuring that the high levels of service to the firms clients is maintained. The salary for this role will be based on experience but it will be highly competitive and as part of a fantastic overall package within a firm with a top rate reputation for how they look after their staff. Please apply ASAP to be considered for this position that will offer a competitive salary and other great benefits at one of the best law firms in the Norfolk area.
21 Mar, 2019
A legal secretary is being sought by a commercial property team in Norwich. You will be expected to provide full secretarial support to fee earners in the department performing such tasks as diary management, audio and copy typing, file management and other administration tasks to assist with the smooth and efficient running of the department. It is envisaged you will have a minimum typing speed of 60WPM. A minimum of 6 months experience of working in a legal secretarial position is required in order to be considered for this role. Experience of commercial property would be beneficial but not essential. Joining one of the strongest and most well respected commercial firms in the East Anglia area the workload will be varied and interesting and of excellent commercial quality. You will be working on some of the most exciting and high value commercial property projects in the area and will be a key member of the team in ensuring that the high levels of service to the firms clients is maintained. The salary for this role will be based on experience but it will be highly competitive and as part of a fantastic overall package within a firm with a top rate reputation for how they look after their staff. Please apply ASAP to be considered for this position that will offer a competitive salary and other great benefits at one of the best law firms in the Norfolk area.
We are currently working with a leading, specialist law firm in their search for a Patent Secretary within their Cambridge office. You will be responsible for providing a high quality support service to the Patent Attorneys of the firm. Key Responsibilities Include: Creating/forwarding invoices requests, fees paid e-mails and invoice narratives Using DMS on a daily basis Checking the Partner's reminder system daily Generating reminder letters and take action if required Drafting letters in response to routine enquiries from clients Perform electronic filing Interaction Organising meetings Use of EPO software Candidates should have previous patent experience, be fully flexible and have excellent communication skills.
21 Mar, 2019
We are currently working with a leading, specialist law firm in their search for a Patent Secretary within their Cambridge office. You will be responsible for providing a high quality support service to the Patent Attorneys of the firm. Key Responsibilities Include: Creating/forwarding invoices requests, fees paid e-mails and invoice narratives Using DMS on a daily basis Checking the Partner's reminder system daily Generating reminder letters and take action if required Drafting letters in response to routine enquiries from clients Perform electronic filing Interaction Organising meetings Use of EPO software Candidates should have previous patent experience, be fully flexible and have excellent communication skills.
An intellectual property law firm that has been helping businesses for over 50 years are making hires into their growing business. If you are an experienced administrator within IP, then this role may offer the change you are looking for. The purpose of the role is to deliver a service in Formalities Administration for the Firm. You should have experience in trademarks, or patents, or both. They are looking for candidates to come in and hit the ground running with their knowledge and experience. The team is currently 8 paralegals and due to growth they urgently need to recruit extra candidates. This is a firm which is growing and is going through an exciting time of development and change. The staff are key to its success and need to be proactive and flexible. The salary will be determined on experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Operation of the central diary under supervision, involving the identification and input of deadlines and due dates. Thereafter, issuing reminders to the Attorneys to enable appropriate action to be taken. - To assist as required in the filing and prosecution of Design, Patent and Trade Mark applications - Checking and Reporting out of Registration Certificates - Preparing reports for clients as appropriate - Assisting with delivery of in-house training to other staff members as appropriate - Assisting in the compilation of the Technical Process Manual as appropriate PERSON SPECIFICATION: - CIPA and or ITMA Administration qualification (desired) - Experience or knowledge of Patent or Trademark formalities would be preferable or experience of working in an office environment in an administrative role - Able to use the main features of Word, Excel and PowerPoint - Ability to effectively manage own workload - Ability to produce quality work on time If you are interested then please apply or get in touch to discuss further!
21 Mar, 2019
An intellectual property law firm that has been helping businesses for over 50 years are making hires into their growing business. If you are an experienced administrator within IP, then this role may offer the change you are looking for. The purpose of the role is to deliver a service in Formalities Administration for the Firm. You should have experience in trademarks, or patents, or both. They are looking for candidates to come in and hit the ground running with their knowledge and experience. The team is currently 8 paralegals and due to growth they urgently need to recruit extra candidates. This is a firm which is growing and is going through an exciting time of development and change. The staff are key to its success and need to be proactive and flexible. The salary will be determined on experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Operation of the central diary under supervision, involving the identification and input of deadlines and due dates. Thereafter, issuing reminders to the Attorneys to enable appropriate action to be taken. - To assist as required in the filing and prosecution of Design, Patent and Trade Mark applications - Checking and Reporting out of Registration Certificates - Preparing reports for clients as appropriate - Assisting with delivery of in-house training to other staff members as appropriate - Assisting in the compilation of the Technical Process Manual as appropriate PERSON SPECIFICATION: - CIPA and or ITMA Administration qualification (desired) - Experience or knowledge of Patent or Trademark formalities would be preferable or experience of working in an office environment in an administrative role - Able to use the main features of Word, Excel and PowerPoint - Ability to effectively manage own workload - Ability to produce quality work on time If you are interested then please apply or get in touch to discuss further!
