This Property Litigation team in Leeds City Centre has seen exciting growth over recent years and isn’t stopping now. They are looking for an additional Property Litigation Solicitor to join their dynamic team and are keen to appoint at Partner or Legal Director level.
This role is a key appointment to assist with the strategic growth of a team that is already performing well. The team has seen consistent growth but feel that they have more in them. They feel that the best way to unlock it fully is by recruiting someone to work with the partner on not only the higher quality work but also to assist with the management and development of a growing team, the further development of both existing and new clients, and have strategic input.
The team are recognised in Chambers as well as The Legal 500, they have a collegiate and progressive environment, and would give a fantastic base for someone to further develop their career from. They are keen to speak to people who are looking to continue push their career forward within a vibrant and connected environment, but who will have ideas and contacts that can help them further grow and develop the team.
The Property Litigation team predominantly focus on commercial work, however they also take on a small amount of residential work too. The work includes a mix of lease renewals, rent review, mortgage repossessions, option agreements, easements and restrictive covenants and assisting residential developer clients with land purchase and vacancy strategies. It is sourced both locally and nationally and there is a blend of work that is generated directly by the team themselves, as well as from their highly regarded commercial property team. The team has a strong base of existing Property Litigation Solicitors within the team, many of whom have been within national teams before but have sought out something a little different and are thriving.
The firm pride themselves on their modern, collegiate approach to work and with the support of a second-to-none back-office staff. They provide the opportunity to flourish, whilst having fun!. They are committed to continual development, both of the firm and its people and as such there is genuine development for their employees and allow clear progression paths for all their solicitors and Partners.
This is an opportunity to embed yourself in a unique and forward-thinking law firm who pride themselves on both the treatment of their clients and colleagues, creating a fun and welcoming atmosphere for everyone to reap the benefits of. They also offer highly competitive salaries and packages and hybrid and flexible working.
If you would like to be considered for this senior Property Litigation Partner role based in Leeds, please contact Rachel Mann at Sacco Mann on 0113 467 7111 or another member of the private practice team
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Job Purpose: To develop the digital documentation and cataloguing process of Escape Arts heritage both past and present (including exhibitions, artefacts, oral histories and films) and support the development of a digital platform, the People’s Archive, an accessible, permanent home for local stories that can continue to be developed after the project has ended. Apprenticeships with Escape offer a unique opportunity to gain a wide range of transferable skills and a strong foundation of experience working within the cultural, heritage and media sectors. Apprenticeships are delivered with Creative Alliance, a Birmingham based training provider, who provide 36 training workshops to gain the Level 3 Content Creator standard. Workshops are delivered either online or at their training centre in Birmingham. One day a week of the role will be dedicated to working on coursework for the apprenticeship standard. Creative Alliance provides a Learning & Development Coach who will work with the apprentice and Escape Arts to tailor on the job work to coursework for the apprenticeship standard.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
To work with the Heritage Programme Coordinator to support volunteers at the weekly Heritage Hub, including capturing oral histories and arranging digital training on oral history recording where needed
Work with Web Developer to create a platform for the People’s Archive and its content, ensuring that content is accessible and can be added to for years to come
Work with Heritage Champion Volunteers to create a digital record/catalogue of Escape Arts heritage
Develop a campaign to engage the local community with the People’s Archive and work with the Digital Media Coordinator to promote this locally
Digitally capture social history, local stories and heritage using different forms of media, such as through film, oral history and podcast recording
Work with Escape’s Digital Media Coordinator to curate digital promotional material for the People’s Archive project
Assist the Digital Media Coordinator with social media promotion for the People’s Archive, including creating social media posts and promotional posters
Prepare content and copy about the People’s Archive for the Escape website, including a People’s Archive page and monthly blog posts and newsletter features capturing the project as it progresses.
Support Graphic Designer with the preparation of digital content for exhibitions showcasing local people and local stories
Support and host Escape Arts heritage exhibitions and events when open to the public, promoting the local heritage and culture of Stratford-upon-Avon and the richness of local stories to visitors
Work with the Heritage Programme Coordinator to develop effective procedures for digital data back-up and recovery
Any other tasks as required by apprenticeship provider Creative Alliance as evidence for the qualification
Other Duties:
To work in a flexible manner to meet the needs of the Charity
To undertake Escape Arts training as required, including First Aid, Mental Health First Aid and Safeguarding training as required and complete a DBS check
To attend regular meetings and supervisions with your Line Manager as required
Be aware of and adhere to the Escape Arts policies and procedures (training to be delivered as part of the induction)
Observe procedures and codes of conduct as defined
Such other duties and responsibilities as may be required within the context of a post of this nature
Training:Training to be provided:Content CreatorLevel 3 Standard
Apprentices learn the skills they need on the job with the guidance of a development coach who is an expert from industry. You will finish your apprenticeship with a recognised qualification, valuable industry experience and the opportunity for continued career progression.
Training is a blended learning delivery model: online learning, classroom sessions, work-based training, independent research, workplace projects, one-to-one support and training. Your training will include:
• Brand & Brand Awareness
• Content Planning & Pitching
• Content Development
• Principles of Graphic Design
• Image Editing & Manipulation
• Illustration & Vectors
• Video Capture & Editing
• Desktop Publishing
• Web Design & User Experience
• Coding
• SEO & Blog Writing
• Budgeting
• Content Distribution & social media
• Analytics & Feedback
For a full overview of the Content Creator Apprenticeship standard please see: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/content-creator-v1-1Training Outcome:Following the successful completion of the apprenticeship, there will be an opportunity for this role to continue and progress to Digital Heritage Officer for 21 hours per week.Employer Description:Stratford-upon-Avon has an expansive cultural history centred around Shakespeare but no formal archive celebrating the richness of local people’s stories. Escape Arts will address this by creating a People’s Archive: a social history of Stratford-upon-Avon embedded in community celebration and civic pride. For 27 years, Escape has developed grassroots creative heritage work celebrating people and place. We want to create a People’s Archive to tell the stories of our community, to ensure our participant's work has a legacy and demonstrates the transformative power creative heritage has on individuals, supporting wellbeing and creating a sense of belonging. The People’s Archive will research, archive, digitally capture and exhibit the social and local history of Stratford-upon-Avon over three years, creating a digital platform of local stories that can continue to be developed by Escape, local individuals and community groups after the project has ended to ensure legacy. The project and this post are supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, thanks to National Lottery players.Working Hours :Exact working days to be confirmed alongside job offer
however, from April Saturday will be a confirmed working daySkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
