Duties will include:
• Handling incoming telephone calls and client enquiries
• Greeting clients and visitors with a warm and professional demeanour
• Preparing legal documents and court bundles
• Audio typing and document production
• Managing diaries, appointments and correspondence
• Liaising with courts, clients, counsel, and external organisations
• General administrative duties including scanning, filing, and post handlingTraining Outcome:
An opportunity to progress on the completion of the Apprenticeship
Employer Description:Sinclair Law is a highly regarded family law firm, recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Based in Wilmslow and Bramhall, we provide expert legal advice and representation for family law and divorce matters across Cheshire and South Manchester.
We focus exclusively on family law, providing the best possible support to help you navigate difficult times with understanding and confidence.Working Hours :This role is 5 days a week, 9am-5pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Job Description:
We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join a growing financial services business on a minimum 4-month day-rate contract basis.
The role involves providing commercially focused legal advice across a broad range of matters, work closely with senior stakeholders and take ownership of key strategic and commercial projects.
The role offers remote working within the UK, and full-time or part-time hours can be considered.
Skills/Experience:
Qualified solicitor with strong experience in commercial legal matters.
Strong understanding of general commercial legal principles.
Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
Ability to manage a varied workload independently and prioritise competing demands.
Knowledge of FCA requirements, particularly in relation to outsourcing and operational resilience.
Experience across corporate law, disputes/litigation or data protection.
Experience working closely with Procurement teams.
Core Responsibilities:
Provide strategic and commercially focused legal advice across a broad range of matters, including complex or specialist areas.
Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and high-value agreements.
Work closely with Procurement and other key stakeholders to develop and embed effective contracting processes and internal precedents.
Identify, assess and manage legal and commercial risks, recommending appropriate mitigation where required.
Support corporate governance matters and, where appropriate, corporate transactions.
Manage contractual disputes and contentious matters, depending on experience.
Develop strong relationships with senior stakeholders and act as a trusted legal adviser to the wider business.
Work with external counsel on key projects where required.
Provide guidance and support to junior members of the legal team where appropriate.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
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Franchise AttorneyLocation: Farmers Branch / Dallas, TX Salary: Up to $140,000 Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, 401(k) Match, PTO Schedule: Monday–Friday, In-Office Reports To: Chief General CounselThe OpportunityAn established and rapidly growing multi-brand franchise organization is seeking an experienced Franchise Attorney to join its corporate legal team in the Dallas area.This is a newly created, independent legal position supporting a highly active and expanding business with a diverse portfolio of restaurant and retail franchise operations. The role will have significant exposure to franchise law, contracting, M&A, development and regulatory matters, with the opportunity to play a key role in the company's continued growth.The successful candidate will have strong franchise law experience and be comfortable working directly with business leaders across a fast-paced, multi-brand organization.Key Responsibilities
Draft, review and negotiate franchise agreements, development agreements, renewal agreements, transfer agreements and related franchise documentation.Advise on franchisee and franchisor relationships, contractual obligations and brand compliance.Provide guidance on state franchise relationship, registration and disclosure laws.Advise on requirements under the FTC Franchise Rule and applicable franchise regulations.Support M&A transactions, particularly acquisitions involving franchise units, businesses and new brands.Conduct and support legal due diligence relating to franchise acquisitions and expansion opportunities.Draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements related to franchise operations and development.Partner with real estate, development, finance and operations teams on expansion and site-development matters.Identify and manage legal risks associated with franchise development and multi-unit operations.Work with outside counsel where appropriate and manage legal matters efficiently.Monitor developments in franchise legislation and regulatory requirements across applicable states.Assist with franchise-related disputes, compliance matters and other commercial legal issues.Provide practical, commercially focused legal advice to senior leadership and non-legal stakeholders.
What We're Looking For
Active Texas Bar membership is required.J.D. from an accredited law school.5+ years of legal experience, with significant experience focused on franchise law.Strong knowledge of franchisee/franchisor relationships and franchise contracting.Experience with state franchise relationship, registration and disclosure laws.Experience with M&A transactions, particularly acquisitions involving franchise units or franchise organizations.Strong contract drafting, review and negotiation skills.Ability to manage multiple matters and priorities within a high-volume, fast-moving environment.Strong commercial judgment and ability to communicate complex legal matters clearly to business stakeholders.Ability to work independently while partnering closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
Preferred Experience
Hospitality, restaurant or retail industry experience.Previous in-house legal experience with a franchise operator, franchisor, restaurant group or multi-unit organization.Experience working across multiple brands or concepts.Bilingual skills are a plus.
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Responsibilities:
Advising on a broad range of commercial, regulatory and corporate legal issues.
Identifying, monitoring and escalating legal risks, including in relation to new regulatory developments.
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial agreements, ensuring regulatory compliance and protecting the organisation’s commercial position.
Supporting corporate and governance matters alongside the Company Secretariat team.
Assisting with compliance
Supporting the management of contractual disputes.
Working with external counsel on key projects.
Skills and Expeirence:
Essential
Good understanding of general commercial legal principles and commercial contracts.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently, with support of senior lawyers in the team (depending on experience).
Strong communication skills and stakeholder management.
Beneficial
Experience of financial services sector or another regulated industry.
Experience in corporate law or litigation.
Experience in data protection law.
Private practice experience at a large commercial law firm.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.....Read more...
