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Service Care Legal are currently working with a London Borough Council who are looking for a Childcare Lawyer to join their team. Due to increased workload, this would suit someone who can hit the ground running. ROLE:Childcare Lawyer LOCATION:South London RATE:£30 to £38 per hour CONTRACT: July start, 35 hours per week, 3 months ongoing assignment The Role *To manage a workload of Childcare Law matters from inception to completion *Providing high quality advice for internal clients *To provide legislative advice to other council members *To be working from home for the foreseeable future The Person *A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with at least 2 years' PQE *Previous working experience within a local authority is highly desirable *To have strong time management skills to carry out tasks on time *To be willing and able to work outside of normal working hours when required If this is a position of interest, please feel free to give me a call on (phone number...

Legal Cashier - 12 month FTC £20,000-£25,000 DOE Our client is one of Cheltenham's leading law firms and they are experience a period of real growth. They are looking for an experienced Legal Cashier to join them for a 12 month maternity contract to help them in this busy and exciting period. The business is both professional and passionate about customer service and they are looking for candidates who share their values. Key Responsibilities: * posting debits, credits and bills using a solicitors accounting software package * cheque printing * checking client ID details for money laundering purposes * checking bills and completion statements * banking * inputting same day and three-day electronic payments * interest calculations * taking payments by debit/credit card * filing and general clerical duties. Key Skills * Experience of working in an accounts department. * Excellent attention to detail * High level of numeracy * Tidy and efficient record...

Badenoch + Clark are recruiting on behalf of a local housing association which offers social housing and affordable rented property, plus Shared Ownership sales across the Leeds City Region and North Yorkshire. This is a new position - we are seeking a Legal Officer to provide specialist legal support with the aim of ensuring that individual tenancies are successful and neighbourhoods are safe places to live in. The post is responsible for providing a legal advice and support service on anti-social behaviour, breach of tenancy issues including access for statutory services, rent recovery and Housing Condition (disrepair) ensuring that the most cost effective options are utilised to resolve cases satisfactorily. The role will sit as an extension of the customer service team, and will be responsible for ensuring the team can support customers appropriately. You will be responsible for pursuing civil litigation housing matters. Where legal action is required, the role...

My client is a multi-disciplined progressive law firm based in Teesside. They are looking to expand their Property division with an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor with 2 years plus experience. As a Commercial Property Solicitor, you will handle a varied caseload whilst providing clients with high quality commercial advice. You will be responsible for but not limited to the following files; Acquisitions, Disposals and leases of all Commercial Property Residential & Commercial Development Converts and title matters Sales and Purchases of Businesses Leasehold Enfranchisement All Ancillary head of property work such as planning and forfeitureYou will be a Commercial Property Solicitor / Lawyer at least 2 years PQE and will have experience managing a caseload of you own. You will have excellent attention to detail as well as excellent communication skills. You will be expected to take an active role in Networking and business development to generate new clients and...

Multi-accredited firm in London seeks a skilful Family Lawyer on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an opportune time for a technically brilliant solicitor or legal executive to join our client's thriving, Lexcel accredited practice located in North West London. The successful applicant will become an integral part of the team, managing a varied caseload of family and childcare matters whilst maintaining the departments high levels of client care and service. Responsibilities Privately and publicly funded childcare matters Divorce Financial matters Domestic abuse Injunctions Cohabitation agreements Separation Pre and post-nuptial agreements Disputes involving children Taking client instructions The Candidate Solicitors and legal executives with a minimum of 2 years' PQE Technical proficiency in family and childcare matters is essential Demonstrate first class communication skills both verbally and written Is personable, passionate and pro-active A team player who is equally...

Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive REF: RM383 Salary: Up to £35,000 dependent on experience Location: Central London Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Job Section: Private Practice Experience: Minimum of 3 years' experience as a solicitor or CILEX legal executive About our Client: We are working with a specialist, claimant focused litigation firm who undertake a variety of work including financial mis-selling claims, property damage claims and competition claims. They have an established practice with regard to Japanese knotweed and the various legal issues which arise from it, having recent success in the case of Waistell v Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd in the Court of Appeal. Our client is expanding into a variety of financial mis-selling claims - in particular with regards mis-sold pensions and financial investments. Role Description: The Firm are looking for someone to run Japanese knotweed and financial mis-selling cases from beginning to end with minimal supervision....

Crime Duty Solicitor sought for a Lexcel accredited firm in London on a full-time, permanent basis. Our client is currently recruiting for a skilful duty solicitor with expertise in criminal law. The successful applicant will join the firm's North West London office and handle a complex caseload of criminal matters, whilst providing high-quality representation to clients at police stations. Responsibilities Representing clients detained at police stations Attending police stations Murder Manslaughter GBH Interviewing witnesses Drafting witness statements The Candidate Duty solicitors with a minimum of 1 year's PQE Experience in criminal law is essential Crime duty accreditation will be a pre-requisite Able to manage a diverse and complex caseload under minimal supervision Strong advocacy skills Demonstrate exceptional levels of client care and communication The Firm With expertise spanning a range of private client and family matters, this niche firm is Lexcel accredited...

Employment Solicitor REF: NG103 Salary: £30,000 to £45,000 dependent on experience Location: Altrincham Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Job Section: Private Practice Experience: 1-4 years of PQE Contact: Nathan Green Company Benefits: Onsite parking, Bonus Structure Top tier legal 500 law firm are now seeking an Employment law solicitor on a permanent full-time basis. SKILLS/ABILITIES Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to work independently on own initiative but also with supervision Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to find sound solutions to complex legal and employment issues Ability to adapt quickly to new areas of law Excellent client management and matter management skills A team player QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING AND EDUCATION Education to degree-level or equivalent Qualified Solicitor EXPERIENCE Around 1-4 years' PQE employment experience with a leading...

My client is now recruiting for a Dispute Resolution Solicitor to join their team in their Ashby de la Zouch office. The successful candidate will be responsible for dealing with a broad and varied commercial litigation caseload. Requirements: • 2-6+ years PQE with sound experience in dealing with commercial litigation matters • Good working knowledge of CPR • Confident in handling own case load • Exceptional client care skills Knowledge and experience of dealing with the following litigation matters: • Partnership disputes • Landlord and Tenant disputes • Commercial disputes • Inheritance (Provision for Family Dependents) Act • TOLATA Claims • Neighbour disputes • Boundary disputes • Company disputes • Misappropriation of monies • Contract disputes • Nuisance disputes • 1954 Tenancy Act claims • Possession claims • Professional Negligence claims Desirable: • Judicial review procedures and petitions to the government • Experience of dealing with banking...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Civil/Commercial Litigation Lawyer to join my clients Litigation Team. The firm is currently looking to expand its Litigation Department which currently consists of a Partner and a Consultant. This would be a full-time permanent position however, the firm are also open to receiving applicants from part-time or consultancy candidates. Salary is negotiable dependent on prior experience with a bonus scheme on top of this. You will be an ambitious person who is enthusiastic about their area of law, effective at business development, and has excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation and team skills. You must be able to manage your own caseload with minimum supervision and be prepared to develop further through networking and links with local sources of referral work. You will be able to demonstrate detailed knowledge and technical expertise in dealing with complex civil litigation and commercial litigation caseloads....

Head of Commercial Conveyancing Chesterfield Amazing opportunity for a highly respected firm that covers the East Midlands / South Yorkshire area. The firm covers most legal specialist areas. They are very interested to bring on board a highly experienced Commercial Conveyancing Solicitor to set up this new area for the firm. This ties in well with all the other business focused services already on offer. The firm is of a decent size, reflects flexible working, has an incredible paid leave package starting at 28 days plus bank holidays from day one. parking on-site, Package is flexible dependant on what level of portable client base can move with this person. Great company that has been established over 40 years with a very friendly flexible team with great ties into the business and community in general Please send CV in the first instance Salary 40-80K dependent on experience and following

Role Title: Senior Court of Protection Solicitor / Partner Location: Tunbridge Wells Salary: Dependent on Experience Our client is a long established, top 200 law firm with offices in Kent. They are ranked in the UK Chambers & Partners Directory and are a Lexcel accredited Law Firm, servicing clients in the local area and across the country for over 400 years. The role They have established a strong record in representing the interests of vulnerable adults, both in the everyday execution of their affairs, and in the protection from and prosecution against abuse, coercion and exploitation. They have an opening for a Senior Solicitor or Partner to join their reputable Court of Protection team, where you will advise and support clients on all Court of Protection matters including managing/making decisions relating to property and financial affairs, preparing LPA's, drafting applications to the Court of Protection, preparation of annual reports and billing and file management....

Badenoch + Clark are currently recruiting on behalf of a progressive and reputable high street practice in Lancashire. This position is expected to be predominantly home-based, and therefore the successful candidate must be self-motivated and have proven contentious employment experience in order to work with minimal supervision. Training and support will be provided, and you will be required to attend the office in Lancashire on occasion, particularly in the first 6 months, and therefore please be willing/local enough to commute to the office. This is a role that demands a strong and motivated Employment Solicitor who is able to display diplomatic skills and sound judgment. Tribunal experience is required. The caseload will cover a number of litigious employment matters including: - tribunal work for employees and businesses - claimant tribunal work - settlement agreements - employee relations issues and document drafting - restrictive covenant and related issues This is an...

CLAIMANT PERSONAL INJURY SOLICITOR/TEAM MANAGER, 8+ PQE, STAFFORDHSIRE - JOB REF:0973 This is an unrivalled opportunity within a Legal 500 practice to demonstrate your skills within a managerial position. As a Team Manager you will work towards operational and financial performance, driving success and actively mentoring a team. Exemplary client care is crucial, you will effectively communicate and offer sound technical advice on fast-track PI cases. Substantial advocacy and Litigation experience is essential to succeed within this position. You will conduct cases including complex cases from beginning to end. The successful solicitor will have proven tactical litigation skills and significant post qualification experience in contentious fast-track PI cases. Those with an understanding of Union client sources of work would be at an advantage but this is not essential. You will possess strong supervisory skills coupled with the enthusiasm to train and share knowledge. This Legal 500...

Sue Ross Legal are recruiting for a Grade C Clinical Negligence Fee Earner on behalf of our client, an expanding law firm based on the outskirts of Sheffield with access to free car parking. To be considered for this role it is essential that you are either a Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with up to 4 years PQE (however this is just a guide) and have experience of running a caseload of mixed Clinical Negligence files from start to finish including amongst others; * Birth injuries * Surgical errors * Dental negligence * Misdiagnosis * Delay in diagnosis You will be joining an extremely friendly team in a company that offers opportunities for remote and flexible working. Free parking is also available. For more information about the above vacancy or for a confidential chat about our other vacancies throughout Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, the North West and the North East, please send your details to us and one of our...

Our client is a well-established, High Street practice based in Hampshire. Due to an expanding workload they are looking to appoint a Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive to manage an existing private client caseload. Dealing with Wills, Bereavement and Probate, personality and empathy are equally as important for this appointment as experience. Therefore, good communication and empathic skills are essential. The company offer great work/life balance with the rare opportunity of some flexibility with working hours. Based just off the A3. A car and driving license are essential. For more information please apply with your CV

Band:7 Legal Services Officer Key Tasks and Responsibilities * The postholder will assist the management of Research Legal Services and will ensure that the Service provides the following: o competent and effective review and drafting of clinical trial agreements, non-disclosure agreements, material transfer agreements, service level agreements, contracts for service, template documents and other research related documentation including drafting bespoke template and master agreements as appropriate; o management reports to provide assurance that appropriate monitoring and management systems are in place to alert the Legal Services Manager (Research), to any risk/publicity exposed by any matter managed by the Service; and o competent and effective support to the Research and Development department and clinical trial co-ordinators to ensure they are confident in reviewing template legal documents such as hosted commercial and hosted non-commercial clinical trial agreements....

Commercial Property Solicitor - Northamptonshire - 3 years+ PQE - A reputable practice seek a commercially astute Commercial Property Solicitor to join their team. Please call Theresa on (phone number removed) for more information and quote Job Ref: (phone number removed) THE FIRM: • Well established regional law firm • Outstanding reputation within the local market • Great prospect for career progression • Competitive salary and remuneration package THE ROLE: • Handling a varied caseload of Commercial Property matters • Working closely with the Commercial Property Partner REQUIREMENTS: • At least 3 years' experience handling all Commercial Property matters • Must be confident working autonomously • Demonstrate a proactive and organised approach • Comfortable establishing and maintaining client relationships HOW TO APPLY: If you would like further information or would be interested to apply for this vacancy please contact Theresa Lucas at eNL on (phone number removed)...

Residential Property Paralegal, Devon, 12 months' minimum experience - An excellent opportunity to join a well-established legal practice as a Residential Property Paralegal. For more information on the role, call Theresa Lucas on (phone number removed) JOB TITLE: Residential Property Paralegal PQE REQUIRED: 12 months' minimum LOCATION: Devonshire SALARY: c£18,000 THE ROLE: This reputable high street practice are looking to appoint into their residential conveyancing department. Joining the team, you work directly with the head of property and a conveyancing executive This team deals with residential sales and purchases, assured shorthold agreements, re-mortgages, landlord and tenant law, transfer of title. Your will be responsible for issuing sale contract packs, preparing draft completion statements and arrange completions. Undertaking relevant searches and prepare search reports, drafting contracts and deal with clients and third parties. THE CANDIDATE: The ideal...

French Speaking Document Reviewer We are currently recruiting for a French Legal Document Reviewer to start ASAP. Duration: 3 months Pay: £13.67ph Hours: Full-time, 36hrsDue to the active cases at present this role would involve the review of French documents which is why a fluent French speaker would be preferred The Organisation are a unique law enforcement organisation which both investigate and prosecute the most serious economic crime. They focus on tackling the most serious, complex and high profile economic crime (top tier fraud, bribery and corruption). They currently employ around 410 staff including lawyers, investigators and administrators and work closely with colleagues across the sector and the criminal justice system at home and abroad. Key Responsibilities Reading into the case and attending team meetings. Reviewing and describing digital evidential material using the digital review system (Autonomy DRS) and excel software. To demonstrate attention to detail....