A leading firm with offices in the North Lancashire & South Lakes area are recruiting for a Private Client Solicitor to join their team at one of their offices. This firm believes in fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment and you would be working within a team that boasts a great family feel culture, who work together to achieve great results for their clients.
As an experienced Private Client Solicitor, youll be joining a dynamic team and have the opportunity to help shape the future of the Private Client department. You will be managing a diverse caseload to include the following files:
- Drafting wills
- Probate and estate administrations
- Inheritance Tax planning and trusts
- Powers of Attorney
- Court of Protection work
This is a full-time position that offers hybrid working alongside the flexibility to be based at either of their offices or both, which will offer you an opportunity to work in a great location in a lovely part of the UK. You will have Paralegal / Secretarial support who are experienced members of the team.
If you are looking for more autonomy within a firm that offers a forward-thinking approach and enhancing career progression opportunities then please apply now by calling Justine on 0161 914 7357 or email your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk
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Conveyancing Solicitor
Location: Linlithgow / Grangemouth / Stirling
Salary: Minimum £50k + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Monday - Friday
The Client:
Our client is a prominent Solicitor / Estate Agent, offering tailored property buying & selling services and outstanding legal support.
The Role:
As a Solicitor / Paralegal in a conveyancing department, you will manage residential conveyancing files from start to finish.
They will consider both Newly Qualified / Experienced Solicitors.
Responsibilities:
Manage email communications and client queries.
Conduct searches, verify titles, prepare financial statements, and draft deeds.
Liaise with Factors, address concerns, and manage lender interactions.
Process and submit registration applications.
Offer accurate legal advice and support.
Communicate effectively with clients and solicitors.
Requirements:
Previously worked as a Solicitor or in a similar role.
Previous experience in Residential Conveyancing.
Excellent IT and customer service skills.
Ability to manage a caseload independently.
This is a brilliant opportunity to thrive in a respected legal firm. Join now and make a difference!
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Specialist, boutique law firm looking for an experienced Family Solicitor to join their Crewe office.
Sacco Mann has been instructed on a Family role within a very reputable legal practice that is well known within the local Cheshire area. They are looking for a dedicated Family Solicitor to join a small, close-knit team to give sensitive, compassionate support to all clients.
Within this Family Solicitor role, you will be working across Private and Legal Aid Family matters on matters such as:
Divorce
Finances
Childcare Proceedings
Children arrangements
Pre and post nuptial agreements
Co-habitation disputes
Civil Partnership breakdowns
The successful candidate will ideally have 0-3 PQE within Family law and is a fantastic team player. Previous advocacy is desirable but not essential. If you are at NQ level, you will have ideally completed at least a 6 month seat within Family Law or have prior paralegal experience.
If you are interested in this Crewee based Family Solicitor position, please contact Leona Taylor at Sacco Mann on 0161 831 6890 or email your CV to leona.taylor@saccomann.com
To hear about other legal opportunities that we have available, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you know anybody who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referral. For full terms, please visit our website.
*Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
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Provide support to the legal team to ensure the efficient running of the team, offering support to client departments
Assist with day-to-day tasks, responding to queries from members of the public and assisting council officers and councillors as required
Prepare, process, and respond to legal correspondence
Carry out routine legal research as required, presenting this information under supervision
Review casework to ensure progression is maintained and problems identified and escalated
Training:Paralegal Level 3.
We understand the importance of immersive learning, collaboration, and receiving immediate feedback from our team. Apprentices are therefore required to work from our office, based in the heart of Exeter City Centre, 4 days per week. 1 day per week will be a dedicated study day and can be spent in the office or at home to suit the needs of the individual.Training Outcome:The organisation is committed to succession planning and ongoing learning and development. The apprentice scheme has been used effectively with previous apprentices going on to secure full-time roles as Apprentice Solicitors and upon qualification taken up roles as qualified lawyers within the team. Employer Description:Legal Services provides legal advice and assistance to officers and members on Council business. We are here to assist the Council in achieving its aims and objectives in a legal and compliant manner.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
A forward-thinking law firm located in Bexleyheath is currently seeking an experienced Private Client Paralegal to join their esteemed team. Renowned for their dedication to excellence and client satisfaction, this firm serves clients across Dartford, Bexleyheath, and Orpington. With a focus on providing top-tier legal services, particularly in the realm of Private Client matters, this firm offers an unparalleled opportunity for career growth and development.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work within the firm's experienced Private Client department, contributing to various aspects of client service including drafting Wills, advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney, and providing invaluable support to clients throughout their legal journey.
The successful candidate will ideally demonstrate:
- A friendly and professional demeanor, with exceptional interpersonal skills.
- A proactive and collaborative approach to teamwork, coupled with the ability to excel independently.
- Diligence, conscientiousness, and a meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong organisational abilities and the capacity to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Proficiency in PC literacy and accurate keyboard skills.
- Prior experience within a Private Client department, with a minimum of 12 months' experience in will drafting and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
In addition to a competitive salary, the successful candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Generous holiday allowance, including a day off for their birthday.
- Pension scheme.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Optional healthcare cashback scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Regular social events fostering a supportive team environment.
- Free eye tests and staff discounts on legal services.
- Family and friends referral scheme.
If you are ready to embark on an exciting career journey with a leading law firm, we encourage you to apply today. Please send your current CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk or please call Justine on 0203 714 9446.
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Sacco Mann are recruiting for a Senior Associate to join the Commercial Litigation team of an exceptional law firm at their office in Newcastle. The role would suit a Commercial Litigation Solicitor with upwards of 5 years’ post qualifying experience, ideally with extensive commercial litigation experience though candidates with civil litigation experience who are looking to expand into commercial are encouraged to apply.
This is an exciting role for someone to take on an existing caseload of commercial and civil litigation matters, working in a small team with the support of an exceptional paralegal. The firm is made up of approximately 90 staff nationally, with exciting expansion plans not just in commercial litigation but across the business.
This is not a pre-defined role, it’s an opportunity for the right candidate to really make this role their own. The role would suit candidates currently waiting to take the next step into Senior Associate, and/ or those who are looking to take the next step into a Head of Department role in the near future.
Requirements:
Upwards of 5 years’ PQE in commercial and civil litigation, ideally experienced in handling contractual and property disputes, shareholder disputes and professional negligence cases. Candidates with civil litigation experience looking to move into more of a commercial caseload are encouraged to apply.
A keen networker, who is eager to go out to market and bring in new business.
A confident litigator, who has previous experience running a litigated caseload.
What’s on offer?:
Salary to £55,000 dependent on experience.
Clear route to Head of Department role.
Genuine career progression opportunities.
Friendly and supportive working environment.
Flexible/ hybrid working.
28 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
If you have a CV readily available, please apply via the link or, contact Chloe Murphy in the Leeds office of Sacco Mann on 0113 467 9783 to discuss this Commercial Litigation Senior Associate role further.....Read more...
On behalf of our client, SaccoMann are seeking a highly experienced Dispute Resolution Chartered Legal Executive to join their esteemed team, based in Sunderland. As a key member of the firm, you will work alongside the existing talented professionals and play a crucial role in upholding our clients reputation for excellence.
With roots dating back to the 1940s, our client’s firm has established a solid reputation for excellence and client satisfaction. The firms forward-thinking leadership team is propelling them to new heights, with exciting plans for growth on the horizon. My client is proud to be the leading authority in dispute resolution law in Sunderland and its neighbouring areas. The rich history and unwavering commitment to exceptional service have solidified their position as the go-to firm for resolving complex legal conflicts.
As a Dispute Resolution Chartered Legal Executive, you will utilise your extensive expertise in dispute resolution to handle a wide range of cases in both the High and County Courts. You will specialise in various areas of law, including but not limited to contract disputes, contentious probate, landlord and tenant disputes (commercial and residential), commercial disputes, and partnership disputes. You will also demonstrate proficiency in alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation and/or ADR, facilitating efficient and effective resolutions.
Be part of the firms exciting future
Continue to develop your career through in-house and external training opportunities
Flexible/Hybrid working opportunities available
Bonus Scheme
Free onsite car parking (subject to availability)
27 days holiday
Office closure between Christmas and New Year
Pension
Regular social events
Employee high street discounts app
Discounted legal services for employees
To be considered for this role, you will be a Charted Legal Executive and possess a minimum of 8 years' hands-on experience in dispute resolution work, particularly in the High and County Courts.
How to Apply Sound like the role for you? If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, or wish to apply to it, then please contact Chloe Murphy on 0113 467 9783 or ask to speak to another member of the Chartered Legal Executive and Paralegal division.
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Family Fee Earner
My client are looking to grow their Public Family Law team where youll play a pivotal role in providing critical support to families in need. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in family law, particularly with experience in Legal Aid, care proceedings, and court representation.
Role Highlights:
- Attend Court Hearings: Represent clients in court proceedings, including both interim and full hearings, advocating on behalf of families to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and parents.
- Manage Legal Aid Cases: Handle Legal Aid files from start to finish, ensuring compliance and supporting clients who require assistance navigating complex legal processes.
- Oversee Care Proceedings: Work on sensitive care proceedings, representing vulnerable families and children. You will liaise closely with local authorities, social workers, and other professionals to advocate for clients' best interests.
- Client-Focused Approach: Provide compassionate, effective advice, and maintain strong client relationships, supporting families through challenging times with understanding and professionalism.
What Were Looking For:
- Fee Earning Experience whether youre a Paralegal, Trainee Solicitor or with a few/many years PQE, my client is simply looking for the right
- Experience in family law, specifically with Legal Aid, care proceedings, and court advocacy.
- Empathy and Resilience when working with families under emotional stress.
- Strong Communication Skills for clear and effective representation in court and with all stakeholders.
- Team Player who can work effectively within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunities for Growth: Access to training, professional development, and opportunities for advancement.
- Meaningful Impact: Make a genuine difference in families lives while developing your legal expertise.
- Strong Package: Salary and benefits on offer depending on what you may offer the firm.
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If youre looking to springboard your career then please get in touch with Jack on 01133 979 929 or please email your current CV to j.wood@clayton-legal.co.uk
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Service Care Solutions are working with the Scottish Covid-19 Inquiry looking for a number of Legal Assistant to support throughout. This is a unique opportunity to support a large scale and, high-profile statutory Public Inquiry investigating Scotland’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This role requires excellent attention to detail, due to the high volumes of documents which require rigorous legal analysis; strong interpersonal skills as you will be working closely with all members of the Inquiry; and flexibility and adaptability, working as part of a small project team, you will be expected to embrace and adapt to change as the project develops.
Contract to last until 31st March 2025. With a LTD day rate of £163.66 increasing to £165.34 from January.
Key Responsibilities
Working with a team of solicitors and Counsel to engage in a project to consider and analyse voluminous and complex evidence for use by the legal and Counsel team in their investigations.
Carrying out other tasks required by the inquiry, including providing cover for the wider team of paralegals.
Attending and participating in regular project planning meetings to discuss the project, as required.
Essential Criteria
Ability to carry out tasks independently with minimum oversight, remaining calm under pressure.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and in line with legal requirements and the ability to prioritise, organise, manage, store and retrieve information effectively
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Excellent analytical and research skills and experience of using these in a legal context.
Desirable Skills
Good knowledge of Scots Law, the role would suit those with an LLB or in their final year of a Law degree. Alternatively the role may suit those with paralegal experience.
Advert closing 21st November 2025.
If you are a Scottish qualified would like to apply for the Legal Assistant vacacny, please submit your CV to Beth Kirby via email, beth.kirby@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969 . we also offer a referral bonus of up to £250 if you know someone looking for work.. Please pass on this information!
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Are you a Private Client Chartered Legal Executive looking to move your career forward? Do you want to join a law firm that combines a forward-thinking approach with traditional values? If so, this role in Chesterfield could be for you!
Our award-winning client has been going from strength to strength recently and as a result is looking for a motivated and talented individual to join the highly-regarded Private Client team. With a great reputation in the area, the firm genuinely focusses on providing an excellent service to all clients, and as a result, the opportunity would suit someone who is dedicated to client care.
The team is quite hands-on, meaning you will be running your own broad-ranging caseload, will be involved in business development, and will have plenty of client contact. You will be acting for a range of clients and work will include matters such as Probate, Court of Protection, Inheritance Tax, Wills, LPAs and more. Since the firm is looking to grow further, you will also be involved in the marketing of the department and will be given the chance to attend networking events and bring in new work.
What makes this opportunity a little bit different is the management and supervisory possibilities on offer. The firm is looking for someone who can also help supervise a small team within the department, making this a great chance for anyone looking to build up their experience in a supervisory role.
As well as being dedicated to clients, the firm is also genuinely focussed on its staff and is dedicated to creating a great environment for its employees. It is modern and forward-thinking, yet has retained its traditional beliefs and values, placing emphasis on quality over quantity.
Our client is ideally looking for someone who is able to hit the ground running with a full private client caseload under minimal supervision.. It would also suit a Chartered Legal Executive or Fee Earner who is commercially aware, with excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for client care.
For anyone looking to build a long-term career in a firm with a personality, this is a fantastic opportunity. So if this sounds like you, why not apply?
If you wish to discuss this Private Client Chartered Legal Executive role further or to apply, please contact Jack Scarlott at Sacco Mann directly on 0113 467 9782 or ask to speak to another member of the Chartered Legal Executive and Paralegal division.....Read more...
Provide a varied array of administrative support to the Residential conveyacing Team, you will:
Provide administrative support to Sutherland & Co Law including all general clerical duties, photocopying , taking messages, sending faxes, binding, and shredding
Management and distribution of incoming and outgoing post
Answering incoming calls, taking messages, communicating to the relevant person the details of the call, logging information, data entry, ensure there is a record of client information
Maintain office Filing /archive system in both hard and electronic format.(Full training will be provided)
Operate internal Case Management system Filepro.(Full training will be provided)
Manage diary, organise meetings and events communicate details effectively
Open and close files sending supporting documents to clients
Support Senior Conveyancers in all appropriate matters
Assist with marketing, to include events, campaigns, social media accounts, and website.
Proactively contribute to the smooth running of the office
Greet any clients to the office in a professional manner, provide refreshments when appropriate
Training:
Your Apprenticeship training will be deliverd by DAMAR Training through an online portall one to one tuition from a designated coach who will support you through the duration of your learning modules
The training will be done via Teams and online
You will spend an hour and fifteen minutes out of your work day on course work, additionally there will be group coaching sessions and webinars to watch
Training Outcome:
Conveyancing Assistant
Paralegal Apprenticeship
SQE Level 7
Employer Description:Caroline Sutherland the Managing Director and sole owner, together with her team have over 50 years experience, providing unique legal services to the public and businesses.
We are a friendly modern and approachable law firm specialising in various areas of law , giving jargon free legal advice, a personal service and an understanding approach.
Our commitment to Equality Inclusion and Diversity is entrenched in our culture and fundamental to our continued success.
Caroline Sutherland has made her reputation as an employer on excellence in people development, she fosters an environment for learning and development and delivers robust career paths for recruits, she has created a talent pool that has been grown from first entry level Business Administration Apprentices.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Good listening skills....Read more...
This high quality, and forward thinking, commercial property team, is looking to grow and are keen to recruit an additional Commercial Property Solicitor or Partner. They are open to considering a range of qualifications, from mid-level right through to partner and even a team.
They are looking for someone with high quality experience who is keen to join an environment where they can have a voice and influence not only their own future but the future of the team and office, who wants to work with people who are known for the quality of their work and are respectful of the people that they work with.
They are busy, and if they recruit at sub partner level are looking for someone who is happy to pick up some transactions and lead them but is also keen to build their personal brand, getting involved in business development. They would actively support with this and have a fabulous, and innovative marketing team who would be there to help too. If you are a partner, they would be looking for a clear indication of immersion with your clients already. It wouldn’t all be about work ported on day one, but as with most partnership appointments they would be looking for someone who is able to add value by either bringing work or developing work once they are there. They are open to appointing straight into the Equity for the right person.
The work that the practice handle is broad ranging. It includes, high end development (both commercial and residential) , acquisitions and disposals, property management and property finance. Whatever your leaning they will be able to play to it and support you. Their clients range from household names thought to some smaller local enterprises and they are able to structure the work and charging so that they can deliver well to both.
The working environment is very collaborative and supportive. Testament to the environment is the fact that many of their solicitors actively choose to spend time in the office working together, however there is flexibility, and they appreciate that people enjoy, and benefit from, hybrid working. Another plus with this role is the support that the firm offers from an administrative and paralegal bases, allowing their lawyers to focus on the work that they want to do rather than getting bogged down in administration.
To find out more about this exciting Commercial Property Solicitor, Partner or Team role in Leeds City Centre role contact Rachael Mann on 0113 467 7111....Read more...
Overview
Sacco Mann have been instructed on an excellent opportunity for a Private Client Fee Earner to join our client’s Private Client department based in their Wakefield City Centre offices. Ideally, you will have upwards of 4 years’ worth of experience gained from a Private Client background.
The client
My client are a lovely high street practice with an excellent local reputation and have gone from strength to strength in their 25+ years of establishment. With 12 offices spanning across Yorkshire and over 250 staff members, they pride themselves on their outstanding client care standards and excellent work/life balance they have achieved for all individuals.
Joining a team of 7 people including fee earners and support staff such as secretaries, the Private Client department is a well established team of experts and offer advice on a variety of matters including wills, trusts and inheritance tax, to name a few.
Benefits
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid working
- Bupa Wellbeing Plan
- 5 weeks’ annual leave PLUS bank holidays
- Additional half days off for Christmas Eve and New Years’ Eve
- Recruitment bonus payments
- Group Life Assurance
- Perkbox membership
The role
- Managing a caseload of a broad range of Private Client matters unsupervised, although you will be provided with support on areas in which you wish to progress
- Your caseload will include Administration of Estates, Grant application, Trusts and Administration of Trusts
- This may also include some Wills and LPA matters
- From time to time, you can expect to be travelling across the firm’s Yorkshire offices
- Confidently dealing with clients and third parties involved on your files
- Liaising with clients regularly and keeping them up to date on the process of their cases
- This environment is quite demanding and therefore you will be working quickly and efficiently to deadlines
The ideal candidate
- You must have demonstrable experience upwards of 4 years’ worth from a Private Client background
- Ideally, you will be STEP or SFE qualified, although this is not essential to be considered for the role
- You will be a team player with the ability to work independently on your caseload, as well as a desire to truly excel and progress your career in Private Client with a progressive and supportive firm
How to apply
If you are interested in hearing more about this Private Client Fee Earner opportunity, or wish to apply to it, then please contact Helen Mauborgne on 0113 467 9786 or ask to speak to another member of the Chartered Legal Executive and Paralegal division.....Read more...
We are working to recruit a remote Insolvency Solicitor for a specialist, award winning commercial law firm. The firm's head office is midlands based but the team is fully supportive of remote working and currently has a number of lawyers working for them on an entirely remote basis - a model which works really well for them and which they are very happy to implement for this role.
You will be working with a small but growing team, including an experienced Partner and with great support at Paralegal level. The role will involve handling a wide range of insolvency matters - both corporate and personal, offering advice to clients on rights, obligations and resolution of contentious and non-contentious insolvency matters. It is a really exciting time to join this growing firm and there is plenty of work to get stuck into. You will have lots of client contact and will play a key role in building and maintaining strong client relationships. As the firm grows, there is significant scope for career progression and development in line with your professional goals and you will be fully supported in this.
The firm is quite open as to experience levels and will consider candidates who have upwards of around 3 years PQE in Insolvency, right through to far more experienced applicants who are looking for a different way of working. Ideally you will have strong litigation experience and will be comfortable managing your own caseload of insolvency matters.
How to Apply
If you would like to apply for this Remote Insolvency Solicitor role or receive further information, please contact Sophie Linley at Sacco Mann on 0113 236 6711 or ask to speak to another member of the Private Practice team. Alternatively, if you know of anyone who would be suitable for this legal role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referrals. For full terms please see our website. All references to PQE are simply given as a guide and we are of course happy to consider applications from candidates who fall outside of the specified bracket but possess the relevant skills. ....Read more...
